BUILDING OUR FUTURE
$1.3m incentive agreement approved for DuPlooy Trucking
Claire Kowalick, Wichita Falls Times Record News An incentive agreement to assist DuPlooy Trucking in their expansion and relocation to the Wichita Falls area is exactly what the area needs right now, said Mayor Stephen Santellana. DuPlooy, which currently has...
Vintage gas station in downtown Wichita Falls gets a new life
Christopher Walker, Wichita Falls Times Record News A landmark building in downtown Wichita Falls, a vintage gas station that has remained vacant for several years, appears to be taking on a new purpose. A construction crew could be seen working on the small gas...
Wichita Falls economy ending 2019 with robust indicators
Dr. James Owen, Midwestern State University Economic performance in the Wichita Falls area during November continue to support the robust activity that has been evident throughout most of 2019. Overall, our local economy reflects reasonably well the reports that...
DuPlooy Trucking hopes to hit the gas on incentive proposal
Lauren Linville | Texomashomepage.com WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A trucking company based in Byers is expanding to Wichita Falls, and with a vote from the 4A Board, there could be an incentive for employees willing to relocate. The Wichita Falls 4A Board voted to...
David Leezer joins Chamber as Vice President of Business Attraction
Chamber welcomes new V.P. of Business Attraction The Wichita Falls Chamber has a new Vice President of Business Attraction. David Leezer, CEcD, FM joins the team from St. Charles, MO. He brings over 35 years of economic development experience to the dynamic efforts of...
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Talent Partnership
Develop programs to encourage students to stay in Wichita Falls after graduating to stimulate population growth.
Modern Schools
Upgrade schools through renovation and rebuilds to encourage more families to relocate to Wichita Falls.
MakerHub
Spaces created to develop and create new products, skills or creative thinking. Become a central hub for current spaces.
Bike-Friendly
Achieve Bronze level designation as a bike-friendly city through public education and activities that encourage bike-riding.
Downtown Life
Continue support for Downtown growth through economic development, advocacy and marketing efforts.
SAFB Integration
Continue advocacy efforts, increase community awareness and ties with SAFB through liaison program & education.
Economic Development
Improve & expand communications of available services to businesses & entrepreneurs.