Midlothian Economic Development Competitors

Conveniently located between Dallas and Fort Worth, Grand Prairie offers relaxation, family fun, friendly neighbors and a smart place to live and do business. As of 2020, more than 200,640 people call Grand Prairie home. In Grand Prairie, families who have lived here for generations welcome newcomers who come to Grand Prairie for the same reasons the natives don't leave—location and hometown atmosphere.

Mission Deliver exceptional services and promote a high quality of life for residents, visitors and businesses. Vision Irving will be the model for safe and beautiful neighborhoods, a vibrant economy, and exceptional recreational, cultural and educational opportunities. Value Statements •We exhibit personal integrity with every decision. •We serve by leading and lead by serving. •We show a high level of respect and concern for our coworkers and customers. •We encourage creativity and innovation to improve our effectiveness. •We learn and grow in a progressive work environment. •We excel through desire, determination and dedication.

Waxahachie is home to over 35,000 residents, has a healthy average growth rate of 3.7% and continues to be an attractive area for potential employees. Just a short drive from the Metroplex, Waxahachie is conveniently located at the intersection of I-35 and US 287 with City Hall less than five minutes away. Waxahachie’s year-round attractions and festivals include the Crossroads of Texas Film Festival in May, Gingerbread Trail in June, Rotary Cow Creek Country Classic Bike Ride in June, Crape Myrtle Festival in July, and Texas Country Reporter Festival. December offers an array of activities with the Parade of Lights, Candlelight Tour of Homes and Bethlehem Revisited. In 1997, the Texas State Legislature designated Waxahachie as the “Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas.” Each summer, the city’s historic streets are lined with hundreds of beautiful pink crape myrtles in full bloom. This social media site serves as a limited public forum and all content published is subject to monitoring. Comments or posts may be hidden from public view if they violate the terms of service. For information about the municipal government Social Media Terms of Service for the City of Waxahachie, Texas, go to: https://www.waxahachie.com/departments/communications_and_marketing/social_media_terms_of_service.php All content and comments posted to this official City of Waxahachie, Texas, LinkedIn page are subject to public disclosure laws. This includes private messages sent to this page. Posted comments do not necessarily reflect the views or position of the City. Follows from a City Social Media Account do not reflect endorsements. This social media site shall not be used to submit open records requests to the City of Waxahachie. Please direct open records requests to the City Secretary’s Office.