ORTUNITY AINS Rising from the wide-open high plains of Texas and known for its blue skies and stunning sunsets, the city of Plainview is anchored in history and guided by a clear vision that continues to move the community forward. This identity is captured in its motto,“Explore the Opportunities,” reflecting Plainview’s optimism and progress, even in the face of adversity. A DIVERSIFIED ECONOMY Farming remains both a legacy and a livelihood in Plainview, even as the city welcomes new opportunities. Mayor Charles Starnes shares, “We’re in an agricultural area. If you go on to Google Maps and look down on us, you’ll see circles of the pivot irrigation systems just literally covering everywhere. We have some folks that grow cucumbers around here, but primarily cotton, corn, sorghum, and wheat.” 22 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 02
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