REVITALIZING THE HEART OF THE CITY Olive Branch is actively revitalizing its downtown corridor and overall residential appeal, having taken critical steps to both preserve and enhance the historic charm of the city’s core. “We’ve recently been designated as a Mississippi Main Street Association member, and we’ve also become a Welcome Home Mississippi Retirement city,” Mayor Adams explains, noting that Olive Branch is one of only 12 in the state, positioning it as an attractive destination for retirees seeking a fulfilling lifestyle. Another notable example of this revitalization is the refurbishment of an old cotton gin into a vibrant complex housing three existing restaurants and a fourth, which is set to open soon. A key aspect of Olive Branch’s governance, and crucial to its ongoing success, is its deep commitment to citizen feedback. “My focus has been to let the citizens tell us what they want instead of us telling them what they need, so I’m big on committees,” Mayor Adams says. Olive Branch’s robust system of advisory committees 7 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07 OLIVE BRANCH, MS VOLUME 4, ISSUE 01
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