EMCID is pleased to announce the promotion of Kelley Barr Mattlage to the position of COO effective Jan. 1, 2026. In her new role, Mattlage will oversee administrative & operational functions, lead marketing and public relations strategies and include HR, event/office management.

“Deck the Halls” with EMCID at the annual Christmas Open House 2025 on Tues., Dec. 16. Food and festivities await you at The Atrium Center, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. at 21575 Hwy. 59 in New Caney. Enjoy decorations, photo opps, and even a touch of “snow." #OpenHouse

EMCID, @SpawGlass1953, and project partners celebrated the Topping Out of the new 210,070-sq-ft convention center in Valley Ranch Town Center. Teams signed the final steel beam before it was lifted into place—completing the building’s structural frame. #ConventionCenter

Our #SGHouston team celebrated significant progress with a topping out celebration at the @EMCIDTX Convention Center project! #StayTuned and make sure to follow along as this project continues to gain momentum! #SGBuildsFlourishingCommunities #LiveTeamwork #TexasBuilder

EMCID staff visited the owners of Casa Julia Tex Mex, New Caney, to check on progress and learn more about their vision! Also, stop by and apply in person — no interviews, just applications! * Nov. 11 | 1–5 p.m. * Nov. 15 | 10–4 p.m. ** 23706 Speed St., New Caney, TX 77356 #Jobs

Known to many as Patty Cakes, local New Caney baker Patricia Van Ostrand’s freshly baked cookie cakes have been a staple at many celebrations in our community! She has been a cottage bakery for the past eight years and bakes cookie cakes in all sizes and designs! #CookieCakes

Featuring classic diner food, family-owned Nate's Diner opened at 22336 Farris Green Rd. in Porter – next to Porter Fire Department Station 121. This is the second location serving breakfast, brunch and diner food. Welcome to EMC! #Diner #Breakfast #restaurants

There’s a NEW gelato in town! Stop by Russo’s New York Pizzeria at 21572 Market Place Dr., Ste. 100, New Caney, to grab a slice and a scoop or cone. #gelato #pizza

Think you’ve got what it takes to scare? Audition for the 2025-2026 haunt season at the Purgatory Scream Park on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 12 p.m. at 1965 Northpark Dr., and be prepared to scare! #HauntedHouse #HauntSeason

The EMCID Board of Directors presented its annual $100,000 contribution to the Greater EMC Chamber during the August luncheon. These funds assist the chamber in helping local businesses succeed, network with other companies, and access various business resources. #Chamber #EMCID

Grab lunch or dinner at the NEW @LennysSubs at 22510 Hwy. 59 in Porter – inside Ashley’s Gas Station, next to Discount Tire. Lenny’s officially celebrated its grand opening on Aug. 4, featuring sandwiches, wraps, soups, cheesesteaks, and salads. #NowOpen #Sandwiches

Manufacturing and processing pipe for the oil and gas industry, this project marks Tension Steel’s expansion into the United States from Taiwan and will bring 120 jobs to the area. Construction is set to begin in January 2026. #EMCIndustrialPark

TThe EMCID Board of Directors approved a purchase agreement with Tension Steel Corporation USA for 35.46 acres in the East Montgomery County Industrial Park.

🚧 PROGRESS UPDATE 🚧 Our #SGHouston team at the @EMCIDTX Convention Center is charging right along and preparing to go vertical! To keep safety front and center during the summer heat, the crew took a well-earned break for a heat safety stand down and some refreshing watermelon!

Now Hiring: @LumosSocial is a next-generation entertainment facility opening next month in Valley Ranch! Apply at https://t.co/hXmaAbJijC #NowHiring #Hiring

NOW OPEN! Sakura Bistro is celebrating its grand opening at 21671 FM 1314, Ste. 500, in Porter - near the Grand Parkway/99. They have sushi and Asian cuisine. Welcome to EMC! #Sushi #asiancuisine

Join Studio One Three and EMCID for the FREE Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery Seminar on Tuesday, May 27, at 6 p.m. at The Atrium Center. Hear about preparations and what to do after the storm. Stick around for door prizes! #HurricaneSeason #emergencypreparedness #Hurricane

The Signorelli Company presented a $300,000 check to the East Montgomery County Scholarship Foundation, an EMCID subsidiary. In the 21 years since the foundation began, the board has doled out over $9 million to support the foundation’s $1,600 #scholarship. #Graduation

EMCID worked closely w/ owners and investors to assist in bringing this project to fruition at 22056 W. Ford Road in Porter. The PickleBall Zone provides a place where you can learn how to play #pickleball, compete in a match, or enjoy a drink while you take in the action. #DYK

📢Did you know📢 – The East Montgomery County Improvement District Board of Directors presented a check to The PickleBall Zone as a part of economic development incentives.