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LEADERSHIP TOMORROW CREATES MURAL TO BEAUTIFY CITY

The Leadership Tomorrow program selected the City of Longview as the recipient of this year’s community service project.  This year’s class, comprised of 16 high school students, representing our city’s public and private high schools, chose to create a mural on the Agriculture Building at the Longview Fairgrounds. 

The mural depicts the local spirit of Longview.  The creative idea of classmate Ryan Gillam of Pine Tree High School, depicts the history of Longview.  The overall mural encompasses the piney woods of East Texas, the history of the oil boom, our city’s founding of the Great Texas Balloon Race, our native cowboy and a local landscape of businesses and organizations that contribute to make our city great.

Leadership Longview Ends Year with Community Service Project

                The 27th class of Leadership Longview concluded their year with a dedication of their community service project on April 23.  This year’s recipient was the Longview Interfaith Hospitality Network and the project was a brand new playground for the guest children of LIHN to enjoy.

                The class members solicited local individuals and area businesses to purchase and erect the playground equipment.  The playground serves as a distraction for the children and allows them the pleasure of being children.  Mayor Jay Dean read an official proclamation proclaiming April 23 Leadership Longview Project Day.  A special recognition was also given to Barbara and Don Kiser for their dedication to LIHN.

                The 23 members of this year’s class will be recognized at the Longview Partnership’s Business Expo/Leadership Longview’s Graduation on May 5, 2009 at Maude Cobb.  



Expect to gain insight on the following during Member2Member sessions:

Maximizing Networking Events: The importance of "working the room" in order to begin building solid relationships with fellow members that generate business leads for you.

Maximizing Training Opportunities: Understanding the need for quality training resources and how investing in continuing education profits your business.

Maximizing Member Benefits: Grasping the perks (ribbon cuttings, sponsorship opportunities, and more) that make your Chamber membership an unbeatable value for years to come.

September 2009 Quarterly Membership Luncheon

State of the City

Date: Friday, September 11, 2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost:  $20 per member for early bird registration with payment by September 1/ $30 for regular registration by September 8th.
Location: Pinecrest Country Club 
Register: Pre-Registration Required 

Please plan to join us for our annual State of the City Quarterly Membership Luncheon.  Mayor Jay Dean will be our guest speaker.

For additional information please contact community@longviewtx.com or 903.237.4000.

*Online registration and invitations will be available as the luncheon date nears.

 

  Awards

Monthly Beautification Awards
Keep Longview Beautiful recognizes outstanding commercial beautifiers in Longview and the industrial park areas on a regular basis. To qualify for an award a business, college, church, or political sub-division (city, county, schools) must: 1) be in the city limits of Longview or in one of its industrial districts; 2) must have had landscaping with special emphasis on the use of greenery and seasonal plantings in place for at least one year; and 3) must consistently maintain the exterior grounds.

KLB Annual Award
The KLB Annual Award is only given to those who have received a Monthly Beautification Award from Keep Longview Beautiful in recognition of their beautification efforts. The recipient should be an entity which has over a long period of time maintained their property in a manner deserving of this special recognition. Ten years after the recipient has received the award, the winner becomes eligible again for the KLB Annual Award, provided the establishment has received another Beautification Award and meets the criteria set forth.

Linda Pursley Volunteer of the Year Award
The Linda Pursley Volunteer of the Year Award was so-named in 2007 to honor Linda Pursley, who volunteered as executive secretary for KLB for 28  years. This award is given to recognize an outstanding volunteer for his/her work and time devoted to KLB.

Merit Award
This award is given to honor outstanding individuals or groups in the community who have supported and made significant contributions to the goals of KLB.

Longview Ranks 13th Best U.S. City For Doing Business

INC.com co-released its annual list of the Best U.S. Cities for Doing Business today. This year’s rankings were created and released in conjunction with NewGeography.com. NewGeography.com is published by Delore Zimmerman, president Praxis Strategy Group, a Grand Forks-based community strategy and analysis company.

The Inc.com Best Cities list focuses on short- and long-term job growth. It tells us precisely not just where jobs are being created — a sure sign of economic vitality — but where the momentum is shifting. For entrepreneurs, this suggests what may be the best places to locate or expand your business.

Ranking
City
1
Midland, TX
4
Odessa, TX
13
Longview, TX
19
Austin/Round Rock, TX
20
McAllen/Edinburg/Mission, TX
28
Houston/Sugar Land/Baytown, TX
48
San Antonio, TX
50
Fort Worth/Arlington, TX
57
Dallas/Plano/Irving, TX
59
Laredo, TX
68
Killeen/Temple/Fort Hood, TX
 
*rankings out of 335 cities

A complete listing of all cities is within the story at www.newgeography.com.

Longview Ranks #2 in State Employment Growth

Longview’s economic indicators continue to outpace the country and most of Texas as it relates to the employment growth rate. The Real Estate Center at Texas A & M just released the June 2008 Monthly Review of the Texas Economy. Longview ranked 2nd in the state with a growth rate 3.3% compared to the state average of 2.4% only being out done by Odessa.   Longview’s unemployment rate continues to be below the state average (4.3%) at 3.8% ranking 10th in the state as having the lowest unemployment rate.

 

The nonagricultural employment in the Longview MSA increased by 300 jobs in May. The growth was spread evenly across three industries, each of which grew by 100 jobs. These industries included: Leisure and Hospitality, Local Government, and Other Services. All other industries in the Longview area held steady in May.  The Longview area has experienced 3,100 jobs gained over the past year. Professional and Business Service jobs exhibited the larges increase in employment over the past year, adding 800 jobs at a 10.3 percent annual growth rate.

As of December 2007 the largest private sector employers reported are:

Diagnostic Clinic of Longview Partnership
Good Shepherd Medical Center
Halliburton Energy Services Inc.
Letourneau Technologies Inc.
Letourneau University
Regional Hospital of Longview LLC
Texas Eastman Division
Texas Utilities Mining Co.
Trinity Tank Car
Wal-Mart Associates Inc.

Longview has a lot to be proud of reported Kelly Hall, President of the Longview Partnership. Over the past couple of years we’ve seen 3 school bonds pass, the City’s CIP package pass, continued growth, and a stable economy.  
 
Source: Texas Workforce Commission and Real Estate Center at Texas A & M University

 
Media Release      

Contact: Kelly Hall

president@longviewtx.com

Phone (903) 237-4000

Fax (903) 237-4049

 

Chamber Honors Elected Officials

Congressman Gohmert Presented with Award

 
Longview, TX (May 30, 2008): The Longview Partnership’s Governmental Affairs Committee held its 3rd Annual Elected Official's Reception, sponsored by Texas Bank and Trust and Eastman Chemical Company, on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Summit Club to celebrate the various initiatives that benefit the local business community. The Reception serves to represent businesses’ interests to government, which is one of the Partnership’s core values.
 
At the Reception, United States Chamber of Commerce presented Congressman Louie Gohmert with its prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award for his support of pro-growth legislation during the first session of the 110th Congress. The U.S. Chamber presents the award annually, and eligibility is based on how members of Congress vote on key business issues.
 
The purpose of the appreciation reception was to honor our region's local, county and state elected officials. It was a great night of networking and connecting with elected officials and exchanging ideas. 
 
The Longview Chamber of Commerce represents over 40,000 employees and 1,000 businesses. For additional information please contact Kelly Hall at president@longviewtx.com or (903)237-4000.
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Business Advocacy Luncheon

 

Amtrak and the Economic Value it Brings to Our Community

  

Date: Thursday, May 29, 2008
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Pinecrest Country Club
Cost: $20 Chamber Member Individual Registration
$30 Non-Chamber Member Individual Registration
$250 Chamber Member Table Sponsorship
$350 Non-Chamber Member Table Sponsorship
Register: Pre-Registration Required

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Many communities, regardless of size, have found that investing in their intercity rail stations is an excellent way to attract development, stimulate Amtrak ridership and improve the image of the community and intercity rail.

This year’s business advocacy luncheon will feature guest speaker Joy Smith. Expect to leave with a better understanding of the importance of rail and the economic value it brings to our community.
 
Known as Amtrak's most dedicated supporter, Joy Smith is the Assistant Superintendent of Amtrak's Southwest Division.  She is responsible for passenger service from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.  As a 31 year Amtrak veteran, Ms. Smith remains completely dedicated to providing world-class service for all her passengers.

Join the Longview Partnership and sponsors Allied Waste, Atmost, AEP SWEPCO and Spring Hill State Bank on Thursday, May 29. For more information on the Luncheon, contact Kelly Hall at 903.237.4004, president@longviewtx.com or Jennifer Ware at 903.237.4029, community@longviewtx.com.   

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