Economic Development is a key factor for the success of our county, but so is proper management and the ability to look forward to the future and accurately predict needs. Rogers Anderson, County Mayor, and this year’s budget committee did just that and will continue to look for the best solutions for the county.
With only a 23 cent property change the commission was able to meet the needs of the county schools and all programs and services. At the time of the release of his state of the county address, Mayor Anderson explained that Williamson County had the 6th lowest property tax of 18 middle Tennessee counties with 2011-2012 tax rate information available. The “Triple A” Moody’s bond rating was also maintained.
Williamson County consistently ranks high among school systems in the state and recently the nation. It is no wonder that 64 percent of the county budget is comprised of school funding including the cafeteria and extended school programs. With Williamson County being the fastest growing county in the state during the past 10 years, it is evident that planning for the future and supporting local business is a key factor for success. The county enjoys a low unemployment rate of just 6 percent with more than 2000 new jobs developing in the last year.
The first quarter report from the county confirms the successes of the administration. The ground breaking of an $88 million facility for Mars in Thompson’s Station, Affinion adding 150 to its Franklin office, Med-Tech company, Airstrip Technologies, coming to Mallory Station Business Center, and a solid ACT test score ranking for our High Schools shows the effectiveness of our current leadership.
Grab your shades, because the future is bright for Williamson County. Frequent our local businesses, get involved in your community and continue to enjoy the exceptional quality of life offered in Williamson County.
Photo By: Williamsonbusinessconnection.com
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