Governor Abbott Congratulates Madisonville As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
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~ Madisonville, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Madisonville for being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas. This recognition comes after the city successfully completed a multi-step certification process.

The Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designation is a testament to the City of Madisonville's commitment to developing tourism as an economic growth strategy. It also highlights their efforts to create more job opportunities and attract visitors from all over the nation and the world.

Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of tourism for both local and state economies, stating that travelers to and within Texas generate almost $200 billion in annual economic impact and support 1.3 million jobs across the state. He encouraged all Texas communities to apply for this designation in order to further grow local tourism and create more jobs.

Senator Charles Schwertner expressed his excitement for the many travelers who will now have the opportunity to experience and enjoy all that Madisonville has to offer. He also commended the city for their dedication to hospitality and economic growth.

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Representative Trey Wharton echoed these sentiments, stating that Madisonville's recognition as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community not only strengthens their economy but also shines a spotlight on their unique culture, history, and hospitality.

Mayor William Parten shared his vision for Madisonville as a destination city in Texas, saying that this designation reinforces their efforts towards achieving this goal.

City Manager Fabrice Kabona emphasized that receiving this designation is a testament to Madisonville's dedication towards enhancing the visitor experience and promoting their unique attractions. He also expressed excitement about continuing to foster a welcoming environment that celebrates their community's rich culture and history.

The Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community program is open to local governments or non-profit organizations that serve as the lead entity for tourism promotion and development efforts. The benefits of this designation include strengthening relationships important for tourism development, educating local leaders on the importance of tourism, identifying locally driven strategies, and learning about opportunities provided by Travel Texas and other state government programs.

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For more information on the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community program, interested parties can visit gov.texas.gov/tourism-friendly-texas.

The mission of Travel Texas in the Governor's Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office is to market Texas as a premier travel destination in out-of-state and international markets, generate non-Texan travel to the state, and create revenue and jobs for local communities and the state. This aligns with their goal of enhancing and extending local economic development efforts.

Madisonville's designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community is a well-deserved recognition of their dedication to hospitality, economic growth, and showcasing their unique community. It is a testament to their hard work and commitment towards making Madisonville a top destination in Texas.

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