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<br />I <br /> <br />I <br /> <br />I <br /> <br />Economic Development Incentives Policy <br />February, 2005 <br /> <br />Page B <br /> <br />Capital Grants and Loans. The Federal Government offers a number of loan programs designed to <br />provide companies with various capital access and expenditure assistance. The programs include the <br />Small Business Administration's 7(a) and 504 programs. The Greater San Marcos Chamber of <br />Commerce will work with locating or expanding companies that need assistance applying for and <br />securing this assistance. <br /> <br />Texas Manufacturina Assistance Centers (TMAC) <br /> <br />TMAC exists to enhance the competitive position of the state's manufacturing sector Manufacturing <br />specialists work with small to medium-sized manufacturers, providing technical support and implementing <br />best business practices. Typical areas covered include cost management, productivity improvements, <br />environmental assistance, software systems selection and application, and e-commerce decisions. <br /> <br />Chamber Assistance The San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce provides these additional services <br />to aid with relocations and expansions. <br /> <br />. Relocation assistance for key personnel <br />. Special banking and mortgage assistance <br />. Job fairs to attract employees <br />. Residential real estate assistance <br />. Community orientation, introduction and tours <br />. Spouse employment assistance <br />. Welcome and announcement/press conference coordination <br />. Identification of business support services <br />