The Economic Development Forum hosted by the Marlin, Rosebud, and Lott Chambers of Commerce on April 20 was a pleasure to attend. The venue, the historic Allen House, was a beautiful reminder of the rich history of the Heart of Texas Region. Denny Lessman and others from Marlin and Falls County shared reasons past and present for their pride in their communities.
Bobby Gierisch of Texas Rural Innovators facilitated a discussion among the communities represented, in which each highlighted areas of current community and economic development activity. Golinda, for example, has contracted with a private company to clean up all the city's streets. Fairfield recently added over 100 acres to its industrial park. Community events in Rosebud and Mexia bring visitors and overnight guests to those communities, and Marlin has begin a revitalization effort combining outside expertise with local know-how and commitment to the community.
After the forum and excellent luncheon catered by John and Cynthia Dees, the golfers of the group adjourned to the Marlin Country Club for a round of nine.
Thanks so much to those who hosted and attended this successful event!
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