Business View Civil and Municipal | Volume 3, Issue 3

182 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 3 end up not having that small town character and quality of life that the community loved prior to the growth boom happening. So we spent a lot of time talking about the specific things that make the character real in the community. It has a lot to do with physical infrastructure and how the community is developed and built out, but it also has to do with cultivating relationships and ensuring that mom-and-pop businesses are able to continue to grow and thrive.” Despite some concerns, the residents of Taylor have been supportive of the growth and can see the potential it has to make the city an even greater place to be. “They understand the need for it and they understand that you don’t go anywhere if you don’t progress,” Osborne shares. “The majority of people in Taylor love their town, see its potential, and really, truly understand that big changes can bring big improvements, which ultimately makes Taylor a great place to live, work, and play.” PREFERRED VENDORS/PARTNERS n Temple College www.templejc.edu n SEC Planning, LLC www.secplanning.com | 512.246.7003