Located in Denton County, The Colony is a planned community developed in 1969, and modeled after Dallas, consisting primarily of single family homes, initially within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the city of Frisco, Texas. In 1976, the homeowners association petitioned to break off from Frisco and incorporate as a separate city.
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American Legion Holley-Riddle Post 21
The American Legion is a patriotic, mutual-help, war-time veterans organization. Post 21 meets in The Colony, Texas. Its meeting schedule and calendar of events are posted, its officers and committees are identified, and photographs are presented.
http://www.post21.org/
Sponsored and chartered through Christ Community Church in The Colony, Texas, Troop 1001 is associated with the Boy Scouts of America. General information on scouting is offered, including a district calendar, along with the troop's calendar of events, meeting schedules, and photographs.
http://www.bsa-troop1001.com/
Provides information on the government of The Colony, a city in Texas. Information on the activities of the City Manager, City Secretary, City Council and the rest of the local government is also available.
http://www.ci.the-colony.tx.us/
Provides information on businesses and commercial opportunities in the Colony. There is also information provided regarding marketing opportunities in the city.
http://www.thecolonychamber.com/
Comfort Suites Near Stone Briar Mall The Colony
Offers an overview, including photographs, of this The Colony hotel, guest rooms, common areas, services and amenities. A description of the Choice Hotel reward programs, special offers, and arrangements for travel professionals, groups and meetings is provided.
http://www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-the_colony-texas-TX465
The Colony Community Development Corporation
Also known as the CDC Board, the corporation was formed to be the chief contact for community development in The Colony, Texas. Its site includes the CDC Master Plan, current projects, a review of completed projects, and proposed future projects.
http://www.thecolonycdc.com/
The Colony Convention and Visitors Bureau
The Colony CVB offers a guide to the city, including places to eat, recreational and entertainment venues, convention and meeting sites, and guest accommodations. Available on request is a printed visitors guide.
http://www.visitthecolonytx.org/
The Colony Economic Development Corporation
TCEDC provides completive financial incentives to companies that invest in The Colony, Texas, and encourages a business-friendly environment. Its web site discusses the demographics and infrastructure of the city, including retail, office, and light industrial. Maps and available incentives are included.
http://www.thecolonyedc.org/
