and targeted business attraction demonstrates how municipalities can grow without losing their identity. “You can never go wrong doing the right thing,” Whitehead wisely advises. This philosophy has guided Helotes’ transformation into a thriving community that offers businesses both opportunity and quality of life, a rare combination in today’s competitive landscape. With clear priorities set for mixed-use developments, hospitality expansion, and workforce partnerships, Helotes is writing its next chapter on its own terms. STRATEGIC GROWTH, AUTHENTIC CHARACTER Helotes stands as a compelling model for small towns navigating growth, proving economic progress and community character can coexist. By strategically selecting developments that align with its values, the town has created a blueprint for sustainable expansion. The careful balance of historic preservation, infrastructure investment, PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Helotes Area Chamber of Commerce www.heloteschamber.com The Helotes Area Chamber of Commerce represents more than 240 businesses and promotes economic prosperity through networking, education, business development, and connections among its members and to the greater Helotes area. n Neely EAP www.neelyeap.com Neely EAP is a Texas-based provider of hightouch, culturally responsive Employee Assistance Programs. We specialize in confidential counseling, work-life support, and expert-led wellness and leadership training. Our programs promote proactive mental health care and deliver fast, personalized support for employees and their families. 108 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05
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