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CONTENTS LEADERSHIP

Temple Chamber Board of Directors 08

DEMOGRAPHICS

Temple At A Glance 09

ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT

The City Beat 10

GOVERNMENT & LEADERSHIP

Team Temple 16

EDUCATION

Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders 19

KEEP TEMPLE BEAUTIFUL MILITARY

I Am Keep Temple Beautiful 25

Supporting the Central Texas Economy 26

BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Small Town, Big Business 29

HISTORIC TEMPLE

A Healthy Community 38

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A Look Back at Temple, Texas 36

HEALTH & WELLNESS

More Than a Name 42 Temple is Texas Fun 44

Temple’s Downtown Renaissance 49 Business Is Booming in Temple 54

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

At Home in Temple 59

FAITH & WORSHIP

Houses of Worship 62

INDEX

Index of Advertisers 64

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TEMPLE AT A GLANCE Temple Metrics The City of Temple is situated in one of the most booming economic corridors in the nation. Temple has proved to have a steady growth rate with an increasing rate of racial diversity. Temple’s strategic location, within 180 miles of 80% of Texas’ population, has continued to benefit the city’s development and growth in the last year. • 2015 Population: 77,963 • Estimated Population Increase (over 10 years): 26% • Median Age: 34.6 • People within 180 Miles: 17.6 M • 2015 Average Household Earnings: $54,800 • Median Hourly Wage: $18.02 The Council for Community and Economic Research recognized Temple, Texas as the 6th cheapest place to live in the United States. The cost of living in Temple, Texas is 14.3% lower than the national average. A two-bedroom/two-bath apartment rents for an average of $800, while a typical home sells for $157,000. Temple weather averages • Annual high temperature • Annual low temperature • Average temperature • Average annual precipitation – rainfall

77.1°F 54.6°F 65.85°F 35.84”

Workforce

DRIVE TIMES

As part of the Temple-Killeen-Fort Hood Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Central Texas Region, Temple attracts commuters from a seven county region. Temple-Killeen-Fort Hood MSA • 2015 Jobs Temple-Killeen-Fort Hood MSA: 72,896 • 2025 Projected Increase in Jobs: 4.7% • Average Unemployment: 3.9% City of Temple • 2015 Jobs City of Temple: 53,834 • 2025 Projected Increase in Jobs: 64,000 - a 15% change *Source: Temple Economic Development Corporation. www.choosetemple.com

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ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT

THE CITY BEAT

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Temple is a desirable community for both families and businesses situated in a prime geographic location, with the charm of a small town and big-city conveniences. Offering a strong local economy, the record growth of the area has created a vibrant and culturally rich arts and entertainment experience. Temple’s location along one of the nation’s booming economic corridors has been a driving factor in Temple’s recent unprecedented growth in its business sector. This growth has caused a ripple effect in the quantity and quality of entertainment available in and around Temple. The creation of the Temple Cultural Arts District was a notable change the past year. This is a collaborative effort of various organizations with the purpose of growing the arts and culture of the community. The organizations involved are the Azalee Marshall Cultural Activities Center (CAC), Temple Convention & Visitors Bureau, Temple Symphony Orchestra, Temple Civic Theater, Railroad Heritage Museum, Czech Heritage Museum, Central Texas

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Arts League of the CAC, as well as other umbrella organizations of the CAC. The district partners hope to put Temple on the map as a cultural arts destination. Their mission is to highlight the arts, cultural events, and entertainment taking place regularly in Temple. The CAC offers art, music and culture. With a venue measuring around 40,000 square feet, the CAC provides unique opportunities for all ages to

experience creative arts by offering business team building activities, summer arts camps for children and a variety of classes year round, plus a comfortable auditorium, and customized event or meeting spaces with the ambience of an art gallery. The CAC is also home to numerous member and affiliate groups engaged in visual and performing arts and/or expanding cultural awareness, each welcoming newcomers.

arts & entertainment Premiere Cinema 16 with IMAX at Temple Mall has also made Temple its home. They bring recent releases to viewing audiences on one of the largest indoor movie screens in Texas. Additionally, Temple is home to Cinemark XD Extreme Digital located off I-35, offering a café and bar to elevate your cinematic experience. The area’s central location provides movie entertainment at not just two, but three high quality theaters. Belton’s Grand Avenue Theatre offers six screens along with dining options in its café or during the show. The seats to great cinema are accessible in the Temple area.

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These include the Ebony Cultural Society, a cappella singing groups such as the Texas Country Gentlemen and the Chisholm Trail Chorus of Sweet Adelines International, ballroom dance clubs, Ballet Rene presenting The Nutcracker, Central Texas Pastel Society, duplicate bridge groups, Wildflower Guild, and dedicated Contemporaries volunteers. Visit cacARTS.org for more information.

exceptional productions from dramas to popular musicals to classics. TCT also hosts a Youth Theatre Program every year immersing children in culture and arts. Located at 2413 South 13th Street, near 5th Street south of SW H.K. Dodgen Loop, find complete directions and specific information about upcoming events at artstemple.com.

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The Central Texas Orchestral Society (CTOS) presents classical ensembles on tour at the CAC offering worldclass performances to Central Texas. The CTOS is the parent organization of the Wildflower Belles and Cotillion programs that teach etiquette important in business and social settings, along with music appreciation. The Temple Civic Theatre (TCT) has showcased local and regional talent in live theatre performances for more than five decades. Each season boasts

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arts & entertainment The Temple Symphony Orchestra (TSO) is comprised of professional musicians from all over Central Texas with a passion for music. For more than two decades under the leadership of Conductor Tom Fairlie, TSO has created music of the highest artistic standard performing a broad range of repertoires. The orchestra educates its community about cultural life conveying heritage through beautiful notes. Throughout its season, TSO features local, national and international guest artists performing classical music, pop and jazz. Performing in the acoustically excellent Mary Alice Marshall Auditorium located on the campus of Temple College (TC); TSO makes classical music experiences easily accessible with seating for more than 1,000. For information on guest artists and schedules, visit Templesymphony. org. Temple College (TC) is also home to the TC Orchestra directed by Mary Fairlie. It is an ensemble made up of musicians and students throughout Central Texas and presents concerts in the spring and fall. The TC Symphonic Band is comprised of the finest wind and percussion players from campus

and the Central Texas region. Led by Brent Colwell, the ensemble chooses the best literature from Renaissance to present day. Staffed by traditional college students, the TC Jazz Ensemble is a 20-piece big band playing at least four concerts each year at local/regional high schools and jazz festivals. The TC Vocal Jazz is a 10-16 piece vocal ensemble with a live rhythm section featuring a variety of music, from traditional jazz standards to pop/funk. Finally, the Temple Jazz Orchestra (TJO) is an internationally known ensemble and has been featured on recordings with some of today’s most well known jazz educators and performers. The TJO is comprised of the Central Texas area’s finest musicians and enjoys a reputation of excellence throughout the United States. Additional performance groups and Brown Bag Lunch events present music education and entertainment year- round. Art exhibits also attract visitors to TC Galleries. For complete listings, explore the TC Music page under the Academics link at templejc.edu. The Central Texas Jazz Society also supports TC Fine Arts with various activities. Find events at centraltexasjazz.org.

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The Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center is known as a venue for business meetings, receptions, school or company banquets and special events. The facility can accommodate small and large celebrations with up to 40,000 sq. ft. The City website, www.ci.temple. tx.us, lists events on the Mayborn Center calendar -- such as fashion shows, dances, trade shows, concerts, and special interest symposiums. Other unique attractions run the gamut from bridal shows, to a cooking school

featuring a celebrity chef, and spectator sports like roller derby and billiards tournaments. The Bell County Expo Center located off I-35 in Belton is another wonderful location for conventions and events in the region. Hosting concerts, rodeos, circuses, boat shows and more. With four large convention spaces and an arena for livestock shows, the Expo is booked almost every day of the year.

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Places like Spare Time Fun Center, Kiddo Kingdom, and Wheels Family Skating Center are part of what makes Temple a family friendly city. Spare Time offers bowling, a two-story laser tag arena, and arcade. Kiddo Kingdom boasts 10 bounce houses, entertainers and a trackless train. Wheels Family Skating Center is an indoor roller skating rink and family fun center. Headlines touting new store openings enumerate exciting additions to Temple’s marketplace. More than 150 tenants around town provide residents and visitors with a growing selection of shopping and amenities. Located up and down SW HK Dodgen Loop are Temple Towne Center, South Loop Shopping Center, Bird Creek Crossing, Market Place Shopping Center, the Shops at Tuscan Square and the Temple Mall. Located a short trip out of town are Moffatt Home & Gift Store, Vis-àvis, and Veranda Bloom. Discover less traditional offerings at seasonal community markets set up in Downtown Temple and at Baylor Scott & White Health, featuring fresh produce, jams and jellies, creative works by local artists, gifts, arts & crafts. Find more unique shopping on the Business Directory link at templetx.org. Whitney Allen Temple Chamber of Commerce

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GOVERNMENT & LEADERSHIP

TEAM TEMPLE When a city is growing by leaps and bounds, as Temple is, it means two things: city residents and leadership have made the right moves to create a community with an outstanding quality of life, and city residents and leadership have their work cut out to ensure that growth is sustainable and responsibly carried out, and in Temple, that’s exactly what’s happening.

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The City of Temple has a strategic plan in place to guide future growth and development. Temple Tomorrow has a fourpronged focus: Serving Our Community, Improving Our Infrastructure, Expanding the Tax Base, and Growing the Health and Biosciences Industries. All four goals are taken into account each year as the upcoming annual budget is created.

Serving Our Community

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ditional firefighters, increased firefighter training and replacement of aged fire department vehicles. Additionally, police department vehicles and equipment will be upgraded and/or replaced as needed. Temple residents have also taken their own steps to serve the community and enhance quality of life, voting in May 2015 for a 5 cent tax rate to help fund a $27.7 million Parks bond package that includes 24 projects including neighborhood park improvements, new community parks, new and upgraded athletic facilities, facility upgrades, water recreation projects, and linkage trails. In 2015, the city introduced its new “team up to clean-up!” program, designed to equip volunteer and neighborhood groups with the tools and support they need to host successful neighborhood clean-up events. The program includes the “toolbox,” an enclosed trailer equipped

with a variety of tools and supplies. Resources from “team up to clean-up!” are available at no cost to volunteer and neighborhood groups.

Improving Our Infrastructure

One of Temple’s top strengths is its location on Interstate 35, which has an estimated 100,000 vehicles each day traveling the stretch by Temple. The city’s I-35 Overlay plan is solely dedicated to managing growth and redevelopment around I-35 to maintain optimal functionality, safety and aesthetic appeal as the highway expands. As part of the I-35 Overlay plan, stretches of the highway through Temple have been identified and targeted for various types of development, including industrial; retail/commercial; city entry — travelers to stop, shop and stay in Temple — and the civic district, host to community and social events.

government & leadership Other sections are set aside for floodplain or preserved open space. Careful planning is also in place to ensure the aesthetic appeal of new retail and restaurant sites, including landscaping and building standards, and to ensure compliance in adequate parking and safety lighting. Temple is also entering the fourth year of the Transportation Capital Improvement Program (TCIP), a 10-year, $126,700,000 capital investment to expand and maintain the city’s major transportation infrastructure. Project areas identified in the TCIP are intended to address both the need to improve our existing transportation infrastructure and provide new capacity and connectivity.

Expanding the Tax Base

Downtown redevelopment continues to be a major priority for Temple, which has introduced the Transform Temple project, dedicated to revitalization efforts in targeted areas of the city, with an initial focus on downtown. Working with property owners to improve the appearance and safety of the targeted areas, Transform Temple will be part of the plan to draw

continued business investment throughout the city.

Growing Health & Biosciences

With the only Health and Bioscience District in Texas, Temple is poised to take the leading role in this ever-expanding sector. Along with its own state-of-theart hospitals, Temple is home to three medical schools and is located within 150 miles of more than 10 major health systems, including four military health facilities. The city’s medical education group includes Texas A&M University and Temple College, as well as the Bioscience Institute, which provides students with access to cutting-edge medical classes, facilities and specialized research capabilities focused on cardiovascular, cancer and regenerative medicine.

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EDUCATION

EDUCATING TOMORROW’S LEADERS Education begins during pregnancy, and our community believes learning is a lifelong pursuit. Whether families are looking for rigorous academics, championship athletic programs, elite fine arts experiences, career enhancing vocational training, or faith based academic experiences, Temple has numerous choices. Regardless of their level of study, area of interest, or mode of learning, the opportunities to learn, grow, earn degrees, and prepare for careers are all right here.

Early Childhood

Central Texas 4C Headstart As a Federally funded community-based nonprofit, Central Texas 4C’s Head Start program offers free early childhood education to low-income children ages 0-5 and prenatal moms in Temple, Belton, Harker Heights, Killeen, Troy, Holland and Copperas Cove. (The Executive Director said that they really do believe in the “Cradle to College” pipeline!) In collaboration with the local school districts, 4C offers Pre-K education and comprehensive services for Head Start children including the babies of middle and high school students working hard to remain in school and graduate. Services include health, dental health, mental health, nutrition, disability services, parenting education and family services. It is truly a two-generation education program based on the latest research and acknowledgement of the parent as the child’s primary teacher. Central Texas 4C, Inc. has been recognized by the Children’s Learning Institute (University of Texas Health Science Center) as a “Promising Practice,” and it was nationally recognized as a Head Start program that goes beyond the Federal Requirements. The Executive Director is recognized by the National Head

Start Association for local advocacy, and 4C was one of 2,400 applicants selected to be presenters at the Hawaii International Conference on Education (HICE) where over 40 countries participated. For the past two years, Central Texas 4C’s Head Start program has been one of 5 finalists for H-E-B’s “Excellence in Education” statewide award. 4C’s mission: “We are committed to building stronger Central Texas communities, one child and family at a time.”

Private Schools

Central Texas Christian School CTCS is an interdenominational school that has been serving the Central Texas area since 1987. Through the years the school has grown in numbers, as well as in accomplishing their mission to provide an environment that prepares young people to make a difference in this culture for the Kingdom of God. This is accomplished through academic, spiritual, leadership, extracurricular and service programs. Christ Church School Christ Church School (CCS) was founded 58 years ago with the belief that a nurturing educational environment helps children know Christ, grow in knowledge of the Christian faith, and develop a solid

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understanding of the world God has made. The goal of “challenging minds and illuminating hearts,” remains strong. CCS is accredited by the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools and recently achieved accreditation for their outstanding summer camp.

become faith-filled, responsible, active, caring and lifelong learners. They follow the standards set forth in the Parent/Student Handbook and those contained in the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department Accreditation Manual.

Holy Trinity Holy Trinity Catholic High School is an exceptional school with standards that reflect Christian values including compassion, excellence, faith, leadership, and service. While the academic opportunities clearly prepare 100% of their students for a post-secondary education, Holy Trinity remains committed to developing the whole person. Intentionally small in size, the learning community allows students a level of participation in a rich offering of co-curricular activities including athletics, performing arts and student leadership. Spiritual development with Catholic teachings and gospel values instills Christian morals and personal integrity so desperately needed.

Academy ISD Academy ISD is a rural school district located just minutes from Temple to the Southeast. AISD was formed as the first consolidated school district in the State of Texas in 1919. AISD was also the first to run a rural school bus route in Texas and one of the first to serve hot lunches to school children.

St. Mary’s At St. Mary’s Catholic School, students are provided with a quality education, which enable them to

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Academy ISD is a school district that is growing in enrollment at a rapid pace. In 2013, the district passed a $17.2 million bond for the construction of a new intermediate school and additions and renovations to the high school and elementary school to be completed in 2016. Academy ISD views the availability of the internet and technology integration in the classroom as an opportunity for students to access their world through education,

solve problems using a global perspective and experience new ideas, countries and cultures in a relevant and creative manner. Wireless connections and handheld technology such as iPads, iPad Minis, and iPods are a part of instruction in every classroom. Academy ISD understands that student involvement in extracurricular activities is important to overall student success. Students and student-athletes excel in both the classroom and on the fields and courts of competition. AISD is represented in the state playoffs in multiple sports every year. The band has competed at the State’s highest level on several occasions, and the One-Act Play is highly competitive every year. AISD’s FFA and FCCLA programs consistently have representation at the state and national levels. Belton ISD Belton Independent School District’s mission is to provide an education that challenges every student to excel. Located in Bell County, the district’s boundaries encompass 198.6 square miles including Belton, Morgan’s Point Resort, and the southwestern part of Temple. Belton ISD’s 1,600 employees serve more than 10,500 students on 15 campuses including an early childhood school, nine elementary schools, three middle schools, one traditional high school, and one new tech high school. In 2014, the district and all of its campuses received the Texas Education Agency’s highest accountability rating (Met Standard) based on student performance on the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness. Belton ISD’s campuses have also received national recognition. Belton High School has been included on lists of the nation’s best

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education high schools compiled by U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek. Belton New Tech High @ Waskow is a demonstration site for the New Tech Network. BNTH @ Waskow and South Belton Middle School have been recognized as Apple Distinguished Schools for their implementation of the district’s one-toone digital learning initiative using either iPads or MacBook Pros.

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Belton ISD’s career and technical education programs offer high school students the opportunity to learn skills in 15 different career clusters as varied as architecture and construction, health sciences and hospitality and tourism. Students can earn professional certifications and gain professional experience through work-based learning while still in high school, providing them with skills that local employers need. Over the last ten years, Belton ISD’s student enrollment has grown by about 3,500 students, and experts anticipate that trend to continue for at least the next decade. As a quickly growing school district, Belton ISD is working to make sure that its facilities are ready to serve an increasing number of students. In 2012, voters approved the construction of two elementary schools and a middle school which have opened in the past two years.

Temple ISD

Temple ISD provides a global education in Central Texas. Creating a personal learning environment that benefits students inside and outside the classroom; Temple focuses on preparing students for their future path – whatever that may be. Temple ISD is the only school district in Central Texas that offers German and Spanish from kindergarten through high school. Temple ISD has a stellar Fine Arts and International Baccalaureate

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Temple College Temple College is celebrating 90 years of offering convenient and economical educational opportunities to residents of Temple and surrounding communities.

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Programme sequence kindergarten through twelfth grade and is on the cutting edge in developing career and technology certification programs that put quality employees into local businesses. Through partners like Baylor Scott & White, Temple Machine Shop, PDI and Panel Specialists, Inc., Temple ISD offers 12 professional certifications that allow students to begin working at in-demand local jobs upon their graduation from Temple High School. Through partnerships with area colleges and universities, Temple ISD also offers dual and articulated credits that gives students a head start in their higher education. Their technology program challenges both teachers and students to change their way of thinking. With the 1:1 Chromebook initiative, all incoming high school students receive their own personal Chromebook, and it becomes theirs upon graduation. Through Google Apps for Education, students at all levels are using the technology tools now preferred by seven out of eight Ivy League schools. These tools help Temple ISD meet their mission of preparing students to be lifelong learners who are productive in 21stcentury college and work life.

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Troy ISD Troy Independent School District was established in 1896 to serve the children in the City of Troy and the surrounding communities. Located on Interstate 35 between Waco and Temple, Troy is a rural, agricultural-based community with an expanding number of small businesses and manufacturing companies. The mission of the Troy Independent School District is to provide the foundation for a safe, positive and enjoyable learning experience. In partnership with the community, Troy ISD is a growing district with four campuses serving approximately 1,472 students in pre-K through twelfth grade. The district and all campuses in 2014 received the highest TEA academic rating, and Troy High School earned five academic distinctions: academic achievement in reading/ELA, mathematics, social studies, top 25% in closing performance gaps, and postsecondary readiness of students. The district received an overall rating of “Recognized” in areas such as fine arts, wellness/physical education, parent involvement, 21st century workforce development, and dropout prevention.

The college’s educational offerings include dual credit programs for high school students, one-year certificate programs, two-year associate degree programs, as well as continuing education programs for businesses and individuals. Both day and evening classes are available, as well as online classes. More than 60 degree and certificate programs are available to students who want to earn credits for transfer, graduate with an associate degree, or complete a certificate for fast entry into the workforce. Faculty and staff at Temple College are committed to providing exceptional quality of instruction, and the college enjoys an excellent academic reputation. Notable programs include its music and visual arts programs, and the college has become one of the premier institutions in the state for the education and training of health care providers. The Texas Bioscience Institute, located on the Scott & White West Campus, offers STEM-based (Science Technology Engineering and Math) programs to develop a skilled medical and biotechnology workforce in Central Texas. In addition to its academic focus, Temple College has a long tradition of excellence in athletics. Its teams frequently make postseason playoffs and have won national championship titles in four different sports. For more information, visit www.templejc.edu.

Temple College Texas Bioscience Institute Created to prepare students as scientists to enter rapidly evolving STEM-related bioscience and medical fields, the Texas Bioscience Institute (TBI) provides strong academic and technical education that can be applied to real-world situations. TBI provides students a foundation for upper-level college studies in biosciences, medicine, engineering, or mathematics fields. The institute allows juniors and seniors in high school to earn an associate degree through dual credit in a learning environment that favors problem solving, interdisciplinary instruction, and the integration of theory and practice. This fosters success in college and allows students to be active partners in education. The Texas Bioscience Institute facility is located on Baylor Scott & Whiteâ€™s West Campus integrating world-class medical research and commercial bioscience laboratories. State-ofthe-art classrooms and labs provide

vast educational opportunities for high school students, traditional college students and nontraditional college students in the same facility.

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Texas A&M UniversityCentral Texas Texas A&M University-Central Texas (TAMUCT) was born in the spirit of community cooperation in 2009 as a member of the Texas A&M University System, one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation. TAMUCT is a military-friendly, upper-level institution serving the entire Central Texas region and providing a wide range of distinguished academic programs that foster excellence and achievement. The TAMUCT student population is diverse and growing, currently serving over 2,400 students. Classes are offered at the beautiful new campus, online and at several convenient sites including Fort Hood and Hutto to accommodate both fulltime and part-time students.

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education University of Mary-Hardin Baylor Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB) is a private Christian university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. The mission of UMHB is to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. UMHB offers undergraduate degrees in in 47 undergraduate majors, and grad-

uate degrees in six master’s programs. The university’s Doctor of Education program offers doctorate degrees in P-12, Higher Education, and Leadership in Nursing Education. UMHB also launched a Doctor of Physical Therapy program in the fall of 2015, and the university is already accepting applications for its new Doctor of Nursing Practice program, which will begin in the fall 2016 semester.

UMHB is also a recognized leader in NCAA Division III athletics. Its “Crusader” teams win American Southwest Conference honors each year and regularly participate in postseason playoffs for national titles. Last year McKenzie Ralston became the university’s first NCAA Division III Individual National Champion when she won the 2015 NCAA Division III Women’s Golf Individual National Championship. For the seventh consecutive year, student enrollment has set a new university record with just under 3,900 now calling UMHB home. This marks UMHB’s 25th record enrollment in the last 30 years. Despite this consistent growth, the university remains committed to offering the personal attention that has always been a cornerstone of the UMHB experience with a current student-to-faculty ratio of just 17:1.

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More than 60 majors are offered across seven colleges (Business, Christian Studies, Education, Humanities, Nursing, Science, and Visual and Performing Arts). Over 90% of our students receive some form of financial aid. The low student-to-faculty ratio cultivates an environment where students can grow and thrive.

I AM KEEP TEMPLE BEAUTIFUL Who is Keep Temple Beautiful? It’s a deceptively simple question yet its answer has many dimensions. Of course we are an award winning organization comprised of an Executive Director, a Board of Directors, numerous volunteers and partners. Since 1998, we have undertaken a mission that has evolved with changing times, encompassing litter prevention, waste reduction and community beautification through diverse programs, educational initiatives and creative solutions. Our organization serves as a trusted resource to educators, a partner to community leaders and a support network for individuals and groups who want to make a difference in the community. Keep Temple Beautiful (KTB) promotes litter reduction programs like “Put It Here,” a campaign aimed at encouraging people to take personal responsibility for their actions through the placement of recycle bins and trash cans around the city. The Litter Survey, developed by Keep America Beautiful and conducted annually by Keep Temple Beautiful, documents the composition of litter in Temple, and informs the City of Temple, TISD,

businesses and residents what the financial and environmental impact that litter has on our community. We honestly believe that Keep Temple Beautiful is something much more. It is an almost intangible ideal, a virtue, a personal commitment of choices and actions that preserve natural beauty, protect the environment, prevent blight and improve public lands to make our community a better, safer place to live. Nowhere is that virtuous spirit more evident than in our unparalleled programs that change attitudes and behaviors and our volunteers who emphatically declare through their commitment of time and effort that they are KTB. While they are locally concerned and active, their individual efforts combine to become part of a larger, nationwide movement. We are asking you to become a part of this wonderful movement with our new campaign – I AM KEEP TEMPLE BEAUTIFUL. If a Keep Temple Beautiful volunteer says, “I am KTB,” he is joining a movement of like-minded people who understand the value of holistic community solutions that bring business, government and

citizens together. He is a pragmatic activist, offering his own individual contribution to effecting positive community change. If a Keep Temple Beautiful volunteer says, “I am KTB,” she is demonstrating her values and ideals through her involvement in Keep Temple Beautiful core goals – preventing litter, reducing waste and creating beauty. Her choices and actions create a ripple effect that ultimately improves her community, her city and her state. When a Keep Temple Beautiful volunteer says, “I am KTB,” they are a doer, understanding that a sense of community takes on new meaning when individuals have a shared, common purpose. Community itself takes on new meaning when it becomes a place where constructive, lasting change occurs in the quality of all our lives. In essence, we need you, your talents and your passion to continue our ongoing mission. Join us in our efforts. Are you KTB? www.keeptemplebeautiful.org

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SUPPORTING THE CENTRAL TEXAS ECONOMY Fort Hood, created in early 1942, continues to be the “engine that drives the train” when it comes to an economic force generating business and jobs. That is why the Temple Chamber of Commerce’s annual Military Affairs luncheon has become “a signature event of the Temple Chamber initiated to honor the men and women of the armed forces, primarily from Fort Hood,” said Chamber President Rod Henry. “We are so thankful that Frank W. Mayborn had the vision to champion the efforts of bringing this institution to Central Texas. Fort Hood provides so much more to us than it appears on the surface.” It is hard to say what would have happened to Central Texas had Fort Hood gone somewhere else. Reeling from the 1930s economic depression, Central Texas with its sage-green dusty pastures, relied mostly on cotton and cattle. As the Army rumbled in, sleepy farming

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By the early 1940s, Fort Hood throughout the county stimulated schools, shopping and professional services such as health care. Military personnel also brought challenges such as a highly transitory population and a sense of impermanence. The melding of cultures and languages also created new opportunities for cultural awareness and education. The Chambers of Commerce in Bell, Coryell and McLennan counties collaborated to get the Army to locate here. The loudest, most passionate cheerleader was Frank W. Mayborn (1903-1987), Temple Daily Telegram editor and publisher, and chair of the Temple Chamber’s Defense Projects Committee (renamed from the former Industrial Committee). He promoted and supported the military throughout his life.

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Fort Hood’s impact continues to evolve with each decade. However, some outsiders seem perplexed to describe the military-civilian symbiosis. The Dallas Morning News in 1960 opined with a snarky tone, “This once lazy part of Texas which stubbornly resisted change now embraces it with fervor.” One point of the news’ story sounded more like envy rather than snark, however. “Giant Fort Hood was a definite factor in the increases in (Bell and McLennan) counties,” said The News. “Already one of the Army’s most valued possessions, Hood is just getting started good on its long-range master plan.”

In the 55 years since that article, Fort Hood surpassed even the pundits’ predictions. Along the way have been the Chambers of Commerce in surrounding counties, beating their respective drums for support and appreciation for the military and their families. By the late 1940s, the Temple Chamber led the petitions to the federal government to make Camp Hood a permanent installation. In the 1950s, the Killeen, Temple, Belton and Waco Chambers sponsored military appreciation weeks. Each city offered merchant sales, discounts, special gifts, barbecues and parades throughout the decade. Mayborn, through the committee with the Temple Cham-

ber, spearheaded these special weeklong observances. The Temple Chamber also provided key leadership in endorsing the post’s many expansions. On behalf of the chamber, Mayborn served on several committees, serving as a liaison between civilian communities and the military. When the Chamber initiated its annual barbecue, military personnel were always honored guests. In 1976, Time Magazine contacted the chamber about the hordes of newcomers looking to relocate to the Temple-Belton-Killeen area, thanks mostly to the military and its retirees.

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military Beginning in 1974 and for the next six years, the Temple chamber sponsored elaborate evening banquets featuring nationally known speakers and entertainers. This formal affair attracted thousands annually from throughout Central Texas, and Fort Hood’s military were honored guests. The Chamber shifted gears in early 1980s by creating the Military Affairs luncheon, themed “A Salute to the Military,” in the Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center. The Military Affairs luncheon became a chance for the area’s business community to thank soldiers for their service and for the military to show appreciation for Central Texans’ continued support. Every year brings a new wave of military families, and every year the Temple Chamber pauses to thank them for their ARMY HELICOPTER

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service. They helped transform Central Texas from a 19thcentury agricultural economy into a military-industrial juggernaut, complete with shopping centers and housing developments.

It is hard to imagine what Bell County would have been without Fort Hood. Courtesy of the Temple Daily Telegram Patricia Benoit

BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

SMALL TOWN, BIG BUSINESS Beyond Silver Bullets

The industrial makeup of a region is a critical component of a robust economy and labor market. Beyond employment opportunities, local industry plays an essential role in the economic and social development of any community. Temple boasts a wide portfolio of vital businesses and industries. The city’s primary economic development strategy is to maintain strength in existing industries and businesses while helping to recruit industry sectors that will grow and prosper. While there is not one “silver bullet” that will drive the community’s economic growth there are key assets that can help in crafting a prosperous future for Temple. The demographics of Temple are characterized by a relatively young, growing and educated population. Since 2005, the Temple area has experienced incredible population growth, adding roughly 20,344 people. This represents a 22% increase in the local population, compared with 20% growth for the state and 9% for the nation. Residents between the ages of 20-44 currently account for over one-third of the population. Additionally, more than 87% of residents age 25 and over are high school graduates, and 22% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. These demographics create an attractive labor market, which is the most essential asset to economic growth. For labor markets to work there must be general alignment between workforce characteristics and current industry needs. Temple’s workforce continually diversifies to meet the needs of business and industry.

Through an annual assessment, industries are asked to evaluate the workforce on four areas: availability, quality, stability and productivity. Business leaders appreciate the above average work ethic, productivity, stability of the local workforce and believe the community still provides a selection of qualified candidates that are both skilled and prepared. When analyzing workforce preparedness, it is important to not only evaluate workforce characteristics, but to provide perspective on the educational opportunities available to the local population. All four of the public school districts that comprise the City of Temple met the Texas Education Agency’s standards in student achievement, student progress, closing performance gaps and postsecondary readiness. The Belton and Temple districts specifically have a framework of Career and Technical Education. Career specialties are grouped into 16 Career Clusters. Each of these 16 clusters is identified by a common set of knowledge and skills that prepares students for a range of workforce opportunities. Additional specialization is achieved through comprehensive Programs of Study that align academic and technical content in a coordinated, nonduplicative sequence of secondary and postsecondary courses, often leading to an industry-recognized license or certification, or an associate or baccalaureate degree at the postsecondary level. Secondary education in the region also continues to evaluate the needs of industry and how their curriculum

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MAJOR EMPLOYERS Baylor Scott & White Healthcare 8,290 McLane Company, Inc. 1,600 Wilsonart International 895 Walmart Distribution Center 645 Pactiv Corporation 600 H-E-B Retail Distribution Center 500 Artco-Bell Corporation 441 Performance Food Group 405 Texas Hydraulics, Inc. 400 Scott & White Health Plan 392 E.R. Carpenter L.P. 355 BNSF Railway Company 300 Fikes Wholesale, Inc. 258 Reynoldâ€™s Consumer Products 240 Acer America Corporation 232 Panel Specialists, Inc. 156 PDI 140

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will meet the needs of both industry and careers. Institutions such as Temple College, Central Texas College, McLennan College and Texas State Technical College offer a variety of continuing education programs and classes designed to prepare students for a new career or enhance current workplace skills. Workforce and Corporate Training programs focus on providing customized training and continuing education for business and industry. Customized courses can be completed at the college or conducted on-site. Every community has its own unique set of assets, networks, and underlying economic culture that determines its success in supporting growth and people. These factors create a dynamic interplay that drives successful growth within a community and ultimately defines the level of prosperity a city can attain. Prosperity is the fundamental goal for all economic development. In the past, prosperity has been described exclusively through economic indicators and a select number of demographic trends. Contemporary views of prosperity provide a much broader accounting of assets that include traditional factors, but also embrace other important locational characteristics.

Gross Domestic Product

Economic growth in a region is often measured by what is known as gross domestic product (GDP). GDP is the total value of goods and services produced during one year in a regional economy. Steady growth in GDP generally signals the direction of overall aggregate economic activity. The Killeen-Temple MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) continues an upward trend in its GDP, with a 6% growth rate from 2009 to 2014. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, the GDP for the Killeen-Temple MSA during 2014 gives the region a ranking of 139 out of 366 MSAs across the nation.

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business Income Growth and Opportunity

Job creation and income growth are important economic indicators of an area’s standard of living. These factors have a direct impact on residents’ quality of life and spending power within the region. The Killeen-Temple MSA experienced job growth of 16.5% from 2005 to 2015, outpacing growth rates at the national level. Similarly, the overall unemployment rate for Temple was 3.9%, a rate lower than the unemployment rate for the United States. Average earnings continued to grow in 2015, increasing 4% from 2010 compared to a national growth in average wages of 3.4%.

Positive Business Climate

Temple continues to garner high marks for its business climate, a complex and important component of a city’s economic health and potential. Business climate gives an indication of Temple’s current economic status and its future growth potential. Cities with positive business climates are more likely to attract new businesses and encourage expansion of existing ones, thus promoting local economic growth. Industry leaders appreciate Temple’s quick and nimble responsiveness to local business’ needs.

Quality of Place

Quality of life, livability and sense of place. Communities across America are striving to define these terms and to bring them to life for their local residents. Quality of place is one of the most important factors in the decisions made by relocating families, professionals and expanding businesses. Companies in Temple feel that Temple’s commitment to quality of place makes it a desirable community. Excellent schools and health care facilities, Lake Belton, geographic location and more than 800 acres of parks are some of the many aspects that contribute to Temple’s quality of place.

Talented, Well-educated Workforce

No issue comes closer to being the “silver bullet” to Temple’s future than workforce talent. In today’s economy, a skilled, educated, flexible workforce is an indispensable ingredient for economic success. While a talented workforce is currently an area of strength for the City of Temple, it would be short-sighted of community leaders to not develop strategies to ensure the talent pipeline continues to meet future industry needs. By partnering with businesses, community colleges, school districts and universities. Temple can ensure a robust and stable workforce well into the future. Temple’s workforce is seen as a positive asset within the community. The fact that a large number of highly-skilled men and women transitioning out of the military every month from Fort Hood has become a competitive advantage for the community. Increased economic diversity has led to a growing population of highly skilled and motivated individuals working and living in the Killeen-Temple Metropolitan Area. Cities like Temple with a skilled workforce offer both new and expanding businesses easy access to talented people.

Strong Local Economy

Strong local economies are the foundation of strong communities that can grow and withstand the pressures created by an increasingly globalized world. The strength of Temple’s economy positively affects business efforts. In addition to having multiple industry sectors in the area, the community enjoys a blend of older established industries and new and emerging businesses. This translates into a robust local economy with adequate resources available for area businesses to grow and prosper. Every community has its own unique set of assets, networks, and underlying economic culture that determines its success in supporting growth and people.

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These factors create a dynamic interplay that drives successful growth within a community and ultimately defines the level of prosperity a city can attain. Business, educational and community leaders realize that it will take attention and commitment to many aspects of Temple and our region to insure continued growth and prosperity. The growth of Temple cannot be defined by a â€œsilver bulletâ€? and neither will its future.

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Collection of Weldon Cannon and Patricia Benoit

Interurban trolley line that connected the Temple & Belton railway depots. Taken in the 19-teens.

Steam locomotive in downtown Temple with the Harvey House and Santa Fe Depot in the background. Taken in 1890s.

Scott & White as it looked in 1963, when it first moved to “The Hill” from Avenue G.

Bird’s-eye view of Downtown Temple in the 1950s.

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Late 1880s, corner of North Main and Avenue A, currently the site of Extraco Banks. Fred Springer Archives, Railroad and Heritage Museum

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The shelves of Black Brothers Grocery shown here in the late 1880s.

Armed Forces parade in downtown Temple, early 1940s.

Frank W. Mayborn (left) welcomes Lt. Gen. Ralph E. Haines Jr. to the Military Appreciation Luncheon. Taken in the late 1960s.

Interstate 35 in the late 1960s approaching from the north.

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Corner of Avenue A and North 3rd, in the 1920s. The two-story building at left with the bell tower is the Central Fire Station and municipal building. Temple Daily Telegram occupied a building formerly used as movie theater and performance hall for traveling acts. Collection of Weldon Cannon and Patricia Benoit

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

A HEALTHY COMMUNITY With its central location between the largest cities in Texas, Temple is a prime spot for the best health care available. Scott & White Memorial Hospital - Temple received Grade A on the 2015 Leapfrog Hospital Survey, assessing hospital safety, quality and efficiency based on national performance measures. It was also named as one of the “Best Hospitals for Common Care” for excellence in treating COPD by the 2015-2016 U.S. News & World Report and earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. It is a nine-time award recipient as a Top 100 Hospitals® National Benchmarks for success by Truven Health Analytics as a Major Teaching Hospital. From advanced medical service at hospitals and clinics to preventative facilities like fitness centers and nutrition stores, Temple health care systems are restoring health.

Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health, the organization formed from the 2013 merger between Baylor Health Care System and Scott & White Healthcare, is today the largest not-forprofit health care system in the state of Texas. With total assets of $9 billion, Baylor Scott & White Health has the vision and resources to provide its patients continued quality health care while creating a model system for a dramatically changing health care environment. The organization now includes 49 hospitals, more than 800 access points, more than 5,800 physicians, 35,000 employees

active and the Scott & White Health Plan. It also brings extraordinary recent advances in clinical care. The Baylor Scott & White Health main campus in Temple at 2401 S. 31st Street is home to Scott & White Memorial Hospital, its flagship 640-bed hospital, with advanced imaging technology, da Vinci Surgical System and the only Level 1 Trauma Center between Austin and Dallas. Also located at the main campus is the Scott & White Clinic, the Center for Diagnostic Medicine, Mental Health Clinic, and the skilled nursing facility. The Scott & White Pavilion contains the Outpatient Surgery Center,

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Eye Institute and Pain Clinic. The campus also houses the Glen E. and Rita K. Roney Bone & Joint Institute, the Heart & Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, the Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center, the Medical Research and Medical Education buildings. Baylor Scott & White has extensive investments in medical education and research. Scott & White Memorial Hospital is a teaching hospital with affiliation to Texas A&M Health Sciences Center College of Medicine and serves as home to one of the medical school campuses.

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Located on N. Kegley Road west of H.K. Dodgen Loop, Scott & White’s West Campus holds the Cancer Research Institute and the Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital, a 50-bed, long-term, acute-care facility.

McLane Children’s Scott & White Hospital & Pediatric Specialty Clinic

As the only stand-alone facility of its kind between Austin and Dallas, McLane Children’s Scott & White Hospital is verified and certified as a Level II pediatric trauma center. The 112-bed hospital houses 48 private medical/surgical rooms, 16 private pediatric ICU rooms, and a state-of-the-art pediatric surgery facility with five advanced surgical suites and a three-room procedure suite. Located adjacent to McLane’s Children’s Hospital at 1901 SW H.K.v Dodgen Loop, the McLane Children’s Scott & White Specialty Clinic has more than 80 highly specialized physicians, residents and

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fellows, and approximately 200 support staff. The clinic contains a total of 135 exam rooms, 13 treatment rooms, and eight specialty rooms, as well as the Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and Pediatric Neurosciences Center.

Central Texas Veterans Health Care System

The Central Texas Veterans Health Care System is the largest VA medical consortium in Texas and fourth largest in the United States, with over 10,000 in-patients and 615,000 out-patient visits annually. The Olin E. Teague Veterans’ Center in Temple is the main campus for this system and is a 189-bed teaching hospital that serves as the medical/surgical referral center. The $11.5 million VA Research Institute attracts world-class researchers to the Central Texas area. A 160-bed State Veterans Home, Community Living Center, hospice unit,and Trauma Recovery Unit are also part of the campus.

Clinics

In addition to several Baylor Scott & White Clinics in the area, Temple is home to many other health clinics. Created in 1928, Little River Healthcare’s King’s Daughters Clinic at 1905

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SW H.K. Dodgen Loop aims to provide superior health care in a personalized, compassionate, family-centered environment to Temple and surrounding communities. KDC provides a myriad of award-winning medical services to its patients with approximately 30 physicians in 20 specialties and a nursing and support staff of 265. The services at KDC include a variety of different specialties: family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedics/sports medicine, ENT, eye care, cardiology, women’s health, pediatrics, neurology, rheumatology and urology. Temple Community Clinic, established in 1992, provides quality care to the working poor and those with overwhelming medical debt. Local practitioners volunteer their services to this free clinic. Doctors Express is an urgent care and walk-in clinic that treats everything from cuts and bruises to fractures and colds and everything in between. The clinic also supplies on-site lab tests and x-rays with no appointments needed. Temple Allergy Clinic is a physician-owned and operated clinic that treats many different aller-

When it comes to preventive health, Temple offers many stores with the best nutritional products and supplements available. Complete Nutrition in Market Place Shopping Center helps jump- start a healthy lifestyle with the support, programs, and multivitamins necessary for reaching weight loss and dietary goals. Besides supplements and other products, shoppers can arrange one-on-one consultation with knowledgeable staff who offer encouragement and guidance. Just a few doors down in the same shopping center, locally owned Pure Fit Foods packages healthy, perfectly proportioned meals ready to go or eat in the store. With all natural ingredients and easy to understand labels. When shopping for groceries that meet sustainable, organic and locally grown needs, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is the place to go. Although the Temple location has only been open a few years, the company has a history of over 50 years focused on natural, safer, nutritious food. Besides quality and good, affordable food, Natural Grocers is dedicated to nutrition education, that empowers customers and employees to take charge of their lives and their health. A wide range of vitamins, supplements, essential oils, natural body care products and household goods are also available.

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Temple is at the center of healthy living and wellness with its premier health care at Baylor Scott & White Health, King’s Daughters Clinic and Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. But the focus on fitness doesn’t end there. With an abundance of nutritional stores with organic and natural goods, Temple living is committed to restoring health. Stefanie Hall Baylor Scott & White Health

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MORE THAN A NAME, A COMMITMENT TO MEDICAL EXCELLENCE What’s Happening On The Hill?

While the citizens of Central Texas have started to become familiar with the name Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), the new logo, and the ongoing improvement of facilities, there is a great deal of activity that will continue to place the vision of Dr. Arthur C. Scott, Sr. and Dr. Raleigh R. White at the forefront. From an ever changing national health care landscape to meeting the needs of a growing patient population, Baylor Scott & White has made a commitment to improving all facets of patient care. “These are exciting times in Temple,” said Shahin Motakef, President of Scott & White Memorial Hospital and the Temple Region for BSWH, when asked about what was next on the horizon. In the summer of 2016, Scott & White Memorial Hospital will break ground on a $70 million, three story surgical sciences building. This two-year project will house 32 operating rooms, which includes 11 operating “mega suites” and the capability to handle more of the increasingly complicated surgeries already performed at the hospital, such as transplants. Motakef noted, “The facilities will accommodate

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the larger and more technologically advanced equipment needed for complex surgeries and the additional clinical staff supporting these procedures.” In addition to facility updates, Motakef identified the electronic medical record system as one of the key components to the BSWH integrated health care system, meaning a clinic and hospital working in tandem. Motakef added, “When a patient comes into our system for an appointment, the physician can see the entire patient chart allowing for the seamless delivery of care. Our integrated approach to health care is often touted as the example for hospitals and clinics seeking ways to flourish in today’s health care environment. We are the standard the rest of the country is looking for in terms of a sustainable model of care.” Because of Temple’s central location within the geographic reach of the BSWH system, Motakef said, “Temple has been chosen to serve as the central hub for distribution of all supplies going to the system’s network of 48 hospitals and other health care facilities in Texas. Everything from sutures to hospital beds will be stored and moved out of a new state-ofthe-art warehouse in Temple. It is just another way that BSWH is bringing jobs and growth to Central Texas.”

McLane Children’s Hospital

When it was established five years ago, Baylor Scott & White Health McLane Children’s Hospital anticipated that demand for its pediatric services would require expansion in about ten years. John Boyd, MD, MBA, CPE, FAAP, President and Chief Medical Officer of McLane Children’s Hospital said, “Families learned quickly that first rate pediatric medical care was being provided at this state-of-the-art facility and demand has shortened our timeline. Plans are already on the books to expand and rearrange various areas of the hospital in the next two to five years.” Boyd attributes the success of McLane Children’s to several factors: word of mouth, the proximity to patients’ hometowns and a neonatal/pediatric transport system that provides lifesaving time reduction when compared to traditional transportation methods, particularly for patients in distant rural areas. Fueled by this success, the expansion project will increase medical/surgical beds at the hospital and its emergency department. In addition, a majority of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) beds currently located within the Memorial Hospital will move to McLane Children’s.

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When asked about the patientexperience, Boyd said, “We are always investigating ways to make the stay of our patients more comfortable and as enjoyable as possible. McLane Children’s is the only hospital in Texas that provides its patients with educational and entertainment access to the San Diego Zoo Channel, where they can make virtual visits to the zoo in real time. We also provide inroom video conferencing for the patient so they can visit with loved ones. Finally, patients have on-demand room service and can order their favorite tasty meals. McLane Children’s is also preparing to install a new playground stocked with musical instruments designed for outdoors and ideal for impromptu concerts.” Boyd summarized the expansion and the quality of patient care. “When complete, the hospital will gain 45 new beds, raising the total to approximately 150 and add at least 30 additional medical staff to our current team of 160 pediatric providers. Every decision we make takes into account the needs of our patients and their families. It is our goal to provide world-

class care in a compassionate environment that stimulates recovery and produces positive outcomes.”

Scott & White Health Plan

Jeffrey Ingrum, CEO of the Scott & White Health Plan, sees great opportunity as the Health Plan begins to offer insurance services to members statewide, not just within the Central Texas area. Ingrum said, “As Baylor Scott & White continues to build partnerships around the state, the Health Plan will position itself to work with those providers and grow our network. While it may take up to five years to realize, it is our expectation that we will be able to service almost all of the communities in Texas.” The health plan currently has approximately 300,000 members and an important target for growth lies in the increasing number of Texans eligible for Medicare. Nationwide, Medi-

care patients total around 55 million and in 15 to 20 years, that number could nearly double according to Ingrum. “We have the opportunity to offer the State’s highest rated HMO to this population and be instrumental in improving the quality of their lives through the outstanding care provided by our network of physicians and facilities.” “But first,” said Ingrum, “we want to focus on member satisfaction. It is our top priority to become the top-ranked plan in the state for customer service.” In addition, Ingrum aims to make sure the Health Plan expands its community participation by establishing partnerships with businesses, employers and other civic organizations to educate the public on how they can take charge for healthier lives. Ingrum summarized the commitment by saying, “I want the Health Plan to be a good corporate citizen wherever we serve patients and expand on the excellence the BSWH brand implies.” David Perez-Guerra Concentus Media Group

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Temple offers many unique recreational activities that are sure to appeal to every age group. From indoor activities to outdoor extreme sports, Temple has something for every member of your family!

Cool off!

Texas is known for its triple digit heat during the summer months. This last summer was no different, but Temple citizens had a place to escape unlike any other in town. The new Lions Junction Water Park opened its doors in May of 2009. This facility is a state-of-the art water park that includes a 300-foot lazy river, two 30-foot water slides, and a zero-depth, beach-entry pool. Families from all over Central Texas came to Temple to enjoy this unique attraction. Another very popular addition to Temple’s water attractions is the indoor swimming pool at Sammons Park. The pool is four lanes wide and 25 yards long. It is heated to allow for year-round therapeutic programs and swimming lessons. The indoor pool also opened in the summer of 2009, and is already an area favorite. Citizens and visitors looking for a quick and free way to cool down can visit several Splash Pads throughout Temple. Ferguson Park features an interactive splash pad, where kids enjoy triggering the 11 colorful sprayers. Miller Park and West Temple Park also offer similar splash pads, and are all open throughout the summer. You can also try speeding down 40 feet of twisting water slides at Summer Fun Water Park, which also features a large swimming pool and a lazy river. Temple is very proud to hold a nationally recognized walking trail at Lions Park. While announcing the recipients of the 2008 National Rec-

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reation Trail designations, Secretary of the Interior, Dirk Kempthorne, stated that Lions Park and the other new designated National Recreation Trails “exemplify partnerships and are providing a path to fitness and stewardship for Americans of all ages.” The Lions Park Trail is a combination of two trail types. The first, made of concrete, meanders through the lower part of the park. Along this trail are wetlands and a beautiful pecan grove. The second is located

along the hillside, where walkers can see a cedar grove, fishing pond, pavilions and a great view of the city. Lake Belton, which lies approximately 3 miles outside of the Temple city limits, was created to control flooding in the Brazos River Basin. The lake functions as a water supply, fish and wildlife habitat, as well as providing recreation opportunities for the public. Several examples of

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the recreation facilities found at Lake Belton include camping, picnicking, fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife watching and more. Temple Lake Park at Lake Belton offers a designated swimming area, beach, restrooms, picnic tables, boat ramps and a group shelter. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the park has a small entry fee and is open year-round. In addition, there are five public pools around town operated by the City of Temple.

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Extreme sports enthusiasts can try their hand at rock climbing at Miller Springs Nature Preserve. When Lake Belton overflowed its spillway in 1992, Mother Nature carved out a huge canyon and created a wetlands. This area offers hiking, bird-watching and awesome rock climbing. Rock climbers will also find great challenges at Boulders Sport Climbing Center in Harker Heights. Skill levels

of every kind are pushed to the limit at this indoor rock climbing facility. Several other extreme sports are also available including skateboarding at Temple Skate Park, scuba diving at Lake Belton, sky diving, hot air ballooning, paint ball and fun flights from Wings Over Texas at the award winning Temple Airport. If youâ€™d rather keep your feet on the ground, try 18-holes at Sammons Park Golf Course, a city-run course where recent renovations include a new clubhouse, golf cart facility, lighted driving range and reconstruction of several holes. Temple College Golf Course has nine holes adjacent to the VA Hospital. Wildflower Country Club is a private 18-hole course and includes tennis courts, a swimming pool, restaurant and pro shop. If youâ€™re eager to try something different, try your hand at the popular game of disc golf at one of two courses in Temple.

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recreation The South Temple Community Park and the Rotary Disc Golf Course are designed for players to enjoy Frisbee™ in a golf-like game.

Indoor Fun!

For the indoor recreation enthusiast, active adults will enjoy Temple’s many options for getting and staying fit in a climate controlled environment. Summit Recreation Center, operated by the city, is open every day and offers a variety of exercise classes and equipment, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, saunas, rock climbing and tennis courts. Personal trainers, childcare services and lockers are available. The Summit is currently being expanded to include three new exercise rooms, two new pool houses (changing facilities) and a rear entrance as a part of the bond issue. Renovations are expected to be completed by mid to late 2009. The fitness-conscious with tricky schedules should check out one of the multitudes of gyms and fitness centers in Temple. For more information visit the business directory at www.templetx.org. Kids and teens will especially enjoy the city-run Wilson Park Recreation

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Center. From the gym to the arts and crafts room, the facility contains many options for fitness and fun for the entire family, including a game room, fitness equipment, locker rooms, showers and several classrooms. The center offers a variety of programs and special events throughout the year for Temple youngsters. These programs do not require membership, but annual memberships are available for use of the facilities. For a great look at Temple’s history and heritage, hop in the car and take a driving tour of Temple’s Historic District. This self-guided tour includes many beautiful homes such as the Ferguson House, the Chinese

Mansion and the Castle House. The tour begins in the downtown area and continues along a route past many of Temple’s landmarks as it weaves through the commercial area to the residential district. Tour brochures can be obtained at the Temple Visitor Center at 120 West Central Ave., in downtown Temple. With so many options, your family will agree that Temple really is Texas Fun! For more information about recreation options available in Temple, visit www.discovertemple.com

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recreation Parks Growth & Bond Projects

With the rapid growth and development happening throughout Temple, the local parks system is also keeping up pace. In May of 2015, Temple residents voted to pass a $27.6 million Parks Bond package to improve, renovate, and upgrade the current park system and several of its facilities. The City of Temple currently features over 40 parks, 30 athletic fields, 4 recreation centers and 18 miles of trails. “We are very excited the citizens of Temple voted in favor of this bond proposal and I want to thank everyone who was involved in the process,” said Kevin Beavers, Director of Temple Parks & Rec-

reation. “Our future vision for Temple’s parks is now becoming a reality.” The 2015 Parks Bond includes a wide variety of projects spanning across the entire city. Projects will include upgrades to select neighborhood parks, three new community parks, upgrades to athletic facilities and recreational centers, a deep water pool constructed at Lions Junction Family Water Park, as well as working towards connecting the current trail system. All projects are scheduled to be completed by 2019. The largest project included in the Parks Bond is the construction of the $11.2 million Crossroads Park. Phase one

of the complex encompasses approximately 116 acres and includes softball fields, soccer fields, baseball fields, a shaded playground, pavilions seating, concessions, restrooms, parking and all necessary infrastructure. The total complete build out of this park will span over 300 acres once fully developed. For more information on the 2015 Parks Bond, please visit www.templetx.gov/ parksbond or contact Kevin Beavers, Director of Temple Parks & Recreation at 254-298-5690. Jonathan Logue Temple Parks & Recreation

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In the late 80’s, Temple’s downtown began to decline as retailers and restaurants migrated toward I-35 and Scott & White Memorial Hospital. Over the years, vacant buildings began to decay and pieces of Temple’s history started to disappear. A renewed sense of urgency to reverse this process has sparked a downtown renaissance that has been years in the making. Temple’s downtown stands as a constant reminder of where the town began as a bustling metropolis that housed 157 businesses and 28 residences back in the late 1800’s. Early residents of Temple would travel here to shop, dine and be entertained. Echoes of this earlier age can still be heard bouncing off of the brick and stone facades of the beautiful, historic buildings that line the streets. While some were lost to the sands of time, many remain as sources of pride and reminders of our heritage. When the migration out of downtown had taken its toll, a group of visionaries decided to band together to stop the process. A plan was developed in the late 1990’s to revitalize several key areas – 2nd Street, Avenue A, the City Hall area and the Santa Fe Depot. The plans were all implemented and created a ripple effect that has influenced all of the plans that have been created since.

Today, thanks in great part to the efforts of stakeholders and downtown proponents, the area has blossomed into one of the City’s arts, entertainment and unique shopping districts. It is home to great restaurants, bars/pubs, sculptures, indoor and outdoor art, museums, antiques and other shops. It is becoming a lively, fun, colorful place for people watchers. Multiple scenic, gateway streets, including Adams, Central and Third Street, pass through the heart of downtown, creating market vitality, a sense of place and civic pride. Dense mixed developments, including multifamily, condominiums, lofts and other housing options, interspersed in and around the perimeter of downtown create a transition to single family neighborhoods. While all of this development and revitalization has been incredible, there is still a lot of work to be done. The City of Temple recognizes this need and has created a new Downtown Development Coordinator

position. The sole purpose of this individual is to champion the downtown revitalization effort. They will work in tandem with the City’s Planning Department, Community Development and the Convention & Visitors Bureau to achieve goals related to economic development, event creation and execution, marketing and beautification. They will work directly with Transform Temple, a newly established beautification team, to identify and address key issues and areas that require clean-up or repair. The addition of this position, the creation of Transform Temple and the continued focus on the historic downtown area prove the City’s commitment to downtown revitalization. Efforts over the past several years have laid the foundation for the success of the program. Temple’s historic downtown promises to become a destination for visitors from near and far – and a place that residents can be proud of for years to come.

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tourism In the meantime, visitors can enjoy some of these attractions and activities:

Museums & Attractions

Bell County Museum The Bell County Museum serves the community as a vital resource for the collection, interpretation and preservation of the historical heritage of the Bell County area. From pre-history to the land grant period, from the formation of the county in 1850, to the establishment of Fort Hood, the regionâ€™s history is richly portrayed in permanent and rotating exhibits. The primary focus of exhibits at the museum is the first 100 years of Bell County, from 1850 to 1950, using various aspects of rural and city life. The Bell County Museum is located at 201 N. Main in Belton. Open Tuesday-Saturday 1:00 pm-5:00 pm. Free admission. 254-933-5243 or visit their website at www.bellcountytx.com/museum/ index.htm.5243.

Czech Heritage Museum A trek through the Czech Heritage Museum and Library is a journey into the culture of the Slavic people from Bohemia, Moravia and parts of Silesia who settled in Central Texas. The museum is a celebration of these early Texas settlers and their way of life. Czech contributions to the ethnic diversity of Texas are highlighted in this comprehensive exhibit. Preserved artifacts include a variety of Czech artifacts, coins, Bibles, costumes, antique musical instruments and an extensive library with historic documents dating back to the 1700â€™s. It is located in its newly restored building at 119 West French. Free admission. Open 8:00 am-5:00 pm Weekdays. 254-899-2935. www. czechheritagemuseum.com.

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Railroad & Heritage Museum Housed in the restored 1910 Santa Fe Depot, the museum is celebrating 100 years of Temple railroad history. The depot includes a working Amtrak station along with the museum, which depicts railroad history and local heritage.

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Exhibits include railroad equipment, model trains, telegraph room and listening stations for train communications, with observation windows looking over BNSF main line. Locomotives, cabooses and passenger cars are displayed outside. The museum is positioned within walking distance of the community built Whistle Stop Playground. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Sunday noon – 4:00 p.m. Located at 315 W. Ave. B. For more information, call 254-298-5172. Admission fee. The Pool of Tears Veterans Memorial This memorial is a beautifully designed sculpture located in the downtown plaza. Standing in the center of a long reflecting pool, a weeping young boy holding a folded U.S. flag under his arm stands saluting a kneeling bugler, head bowed after honoring another soldier with Taps. The memorial is located on the north lawn of the Temple Municipal Building downtown. Wilson House The Ralph Sr. and Sunny Wilson house is a quintessential mid-century dwelling with interior surfaces almost completely covered in cheery plastic laminates. This home was built by Wilson, the founder of Wilsonart International,

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Tours

Guided tours are available for groups and self-guided tour kits are available for individuals. Tours include the Temple Historic District, Hillcrest Cemetery, Nature tours and more. For information about guided tours, visit the Temple Visitor Center at 120 West Central.

Festivals and Events Temple Jazz Festival

March

Temple College Nationally-known jazz musicians are featured as guest artists for the annual Temple College Jazz Festival. The annual event is an entertaining and educational weekend of outstanding jazz that brings together top professional artists, clinicians, and hundreds of college, high school and middle school student musicians for clinics, competitions and performances. The guest artists

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will be featured along with the Temple Jazz Orchestra, Temple College Jazz Ensemble and Temple College Vocal Jazz Ensemble for the evening concerts Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Bloomin’ Temple Festival

April

Downtown Temple Take a trip into downtown Temple and enjoy three days of fun - Temple style! Activities include a carnival, live music on three stages by local and national performers, arts & crafts, a car show, barbeque cook-off and children’s area with inflatable games. Come celebrate the best of our community with family friendly fun. Call 254-298-5900 or visit www.bloomintemple.com for more information. Central Texas Airshow

May

Temple Airport You won’t want to miss the awesome night show. Mezmerizing is the only word to describe the il-

lustrious Friday Night Show filled with fireworks, fireballs, smoke and pyrotechnics as a night aircraft act flies through its paces. An astonishing fireworks display finale will leave everyone anxious to see what the rest of the weekend has to offer. Saturday and Sunday include static displays and aerobatic displays that will knock your socks off. For more information, visit www.centraltexasairshow.com. Battle of Temple Junction

May

Downtown Temple Come and watch history come to life on the battle grounds at the Bend O’ the River ranch. Full-scale battles are held on Saturday and Sunday, complete with pyrotechnics. For more information, visit www.discovertemple.com or call 254-298-5900. July 4th Family Fun Fest

July

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tourism celebration includes activities for the entire family. Spend the day at Miller Park and enjoy live entertainment, arts & crafts, food and games for the kids. The highlight of the evening is the amazing fireworks display. Don’t miss this opportunity for patriotic summer fun. For more information, contact Temple Parks & Recreation office at 254-298-5690. Texas Early Day Tractor & Engine Association

October

Tractor Fair Grounds Step back in time in a turn-ofthe-century “Heritage City,” complete with massive displays of rare tractors, engines, equipment and historic structures. The 48-acre showground holds numerous demonstrations, including an antique tractor parade and pull, threshing, corn grinding, wire fence weaving and more. Fill up with delicious corn bread, beans, Bar-be-Que and ice cream made with antique engines. Find that rare part at the flea market, swap yarns and hear stories of our past. On Sunday morning, a non-denominational service is held in an historic church. Showground rental is available for special occasions. Visit www.texasedtea.org or call 254-780-2360 for more information.

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Downtown Temple Ignite your Christmas spirit during the annual Temple Christmas Parade. Local businesses and associations present elaborate floats as the children wait for Santa Clause to arrive on his “sleigh.” For more information, contact the Temple Parks & Recreation office at 254-298-5690. And So Much More! In addition to these outstanding attractions and events, visitors and residents can also enjoy dining and shopping at its best. Check out the Business Directory at templetx.org

or discovertemple.com for a list of restaurants that will satisfy the most discerning appetite and unique shops and boutiques you won’t find anywhere else. For more information about Temple or the Central Texas area, stop by the Temple Visitor Center for visitor information, phone books and more. The friendly staff will answer any questions you may have.

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COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

BUSINESS IS BOOMING IN TEMPLE Companies both large and small continue to expand their business in Temple, which is located in the center of some of the nation’s largest cities including Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas/Ft. Worth. At the heart of this Texas Triangle on I-35, Temple is within a two-hour drive of 35 million people and the population within a 40-minute commuting range is 856,000. Major employers to make use of Temple’s transportation resources include McLane Company, Inc., Wilsonart International, Sprint/Nextel Corporation, Walmart Distribution Center, Pactiv Corporation and HEB Retail Distribution Center.

The rail system that built this city so long ago recently received distinction from BNSF’s Site Certification Program, demonstrating advanced readiness for industrial growth for commercial development projects. This means that a customer who builds a new railserved facility on a BNSF site is expected to save between six to nine months of construction time. Besides advanced rail service, corporations in Temple can also travel by air at the Draughon-Miller Central Texas Airport, as its 7,000-foot runway makes Temple an ideal location to meet distribution needs.

Businesses that have been based in Temple for decades, including Professional Datasolutions Inc. (PDI) and McLane Co., Inc., continue to grow their business, bringing more jobs to Temple. PDI provides enterprise resource planning (ERP) software solutions that help convenience store retailers and wholesale petroleum marketers effectively manage their business. In May 2016, PDI received a majority investment from TA Associates in Boston, whose first goal is accelerating PDI’s growth. PDI’s customers include Buc-ee’s, Pak-A-Sak, Vintners Distributors, E-Z Stop Food Marts Inc. and more.

Temple has several industrial and business parks that provide growth for companies looking to expand to this area. The Parks at Central Pointe north of town include Airport Park, Bioscience Park, Enterprise Park and Rail Park. In preparation for continued growth, the Temple Economic Development Corporation (TEDC), the Temple Reinvestment Zone and the City of Temple invested a total of $22 million in new infrastructure for the Parks at Central Pointe.

Because of its central location in the Texas Triangle, Temple is also home to the largest notfor-profit health care system in the state, Baylor Scott & White Health, which is also the largest employer in the city. Baylor Scott & White Health began construction on its $20M distribution center this year just north of Buc-ee’s on I-35. Temple’s commitment to health draws employees in other major companies, such as McLane Co. who recently announced plans

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to join the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA). As the first grocery and chain restaurant distributor to join this commitment to make healthy choices easier for families, McLane is not only providing healthier options to customers, but to its employees by offering a free FitBit program and implementing a healthier-food catering guide. Performance Food Group distributes food products including the choicest cuts of USDA meats, poultry, fish, baked goods and more to customers in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. The company was awarded the Expansion Project of the Year Award by the TEDC for its $10-million expansion project, including a 76,000-square-foot addition to its current operation. The expansion is expected to create 100 additional jobs in the next 60 months. Commercial real estate is on the rise not only in the industrial areas but in town as well. Popular brewery and restaurant chain BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. opened a $2.5 million brewery and tasting room in downtown Temple. Located adjacent to the historic MK&T train station south of Adams, the brewery brews craft beer for all of the BJ’s Restaurants in Texas. It also houses a tasting room open to the public on Friday afternoons to allow guests an opportunity to sample these micro-brews. Another new restaurant and retail center that opened this year across from Scott & White Memorial Hospital on 31st Street is Shoppes on the Hill. In the past year, new franchises moved in, including Panera Bread, Edible Arrangements, and Freebirds World Burrito. Other franchises with construction plans this summer include Raising Cane’s, Rosa’s Cafe, Zaxby’s, Mama Fu’s, MOD Pizza and a second Freddy’s Frozen Custard

and Steakburgers. A Home 2 Hotel is also set for construction this summer, and phase two of the development plans include upscale multifamily housing. As Temple housing continues to sprawl towards Belton in the west, more commercial real estate is popping up to accommodate new residents. A new Wal-mart Supercenter opened last year, drawing new franchises including Whataburger, Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, Starbucks, Jersey Mike’s Subs and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop. New convenience stores, including Stripes, have recently opened in this area, along with new outdoor shopping centers like Westfield Marketplace, where residents can find high-end baby boutique items, gourmet popcorn at PopAbilities, and new restaurants La Riv and 3 West Alehouse and Grill. Being centrally located and within 180 miles of 80% of Texas’ population, Temple continues to attract commercial and industrial real estate prospects. In March 2016, the cost of living index in Temple was 91.0, and the daytime population change due to commuting was a 20.7% (14,535 people) increase with the majority traveling less than 30 minutes to work. NerdWallet.com listed Temple as one of the best places to start a business in Texas, and the city has made similar national lists. With its prime location, low cost of living,and ideal place to live and work, it’s no wonder that business is booming in Temple. Kristen Reichert Cultural Activities Center Sources: Temple Economic Development Corporation, choosetemple.com; City-Data, city-data.com.

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Temple’s population is growing by leaps and bounds, increasing 26% in the past ten years and projected to surpass 80,000 this year. To bring this into perspective, Temple essentially added another town the size of Belton in its city limits in the past decade. The growth is expected to continue with over 64,000 jobs predicted to be housed in Temple in 2025. As more businesses and jobs are brought to central Texas, more people are finding themselves at home in Temple. The city of Temple provides a variety of homes in all styles, sizes, and prices. The median home price for 2015 was $157,000 and with a 91.0 cost of living index. Rentals are also low, with the average rate for an apartment at $800/month.

Southern Sprawl

As the city sprawls to the west and south, a Temple Medical and Educational District (TMED) plan is in the works in the south on 155 acres, with a vision to include single and multi-family housing, parks, an amphitheater and a new TISD school. In this area, housing communities are already being built and include Wyndham Hill, The Creeks of Deerfield, Alta Vista, Stonegate, Valley

Ranch, Las Colinas, Misty Creek and D’Antoni’s Crossing. The new homes in this area fall in a wide range of price points from the low $100Ks to over $500Ks.

in 10 minutes of shopping, the Scott & White Memorial Hospital, and many of the city’s other amenities, it’s easy to see why this area continues to grow.

South Temple residents are also in the neighborhood of the only water park in town, Lion’s Junction Water Park. Also in the immediate area are other great parks with a disc golf course, hiking and biking trails, playgrounds and more. With-

Western Expansion

With new shops, franchises, emergency health clinics and room to build, Temple is expanding west towards Belton along West Adams and Airport Road. The section west of H.K. Dodgen Loop has seen more residential

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residential real estate development in the past decade than any other area. Home buyers have many options for existing subdivisions and newer developments including Westfield Village, Hills of Westwood, Lakewood Ranch, Lake Pointe and Windmill Farms. With close proximity to the Temple Industrial Park and Bioscience Center, many residents commute only minutes each day. Along with new homes comes new commercial buildings. Westfield Marketplace offers space for specialty restaurants, office space and shopping. At the corner of Old Waco Road on West Adams, a new Wal-mart Supercenter opened in 2015, attracting new franchises including Whataburger and Starbucks. Along with providing easy access for groceries and goods, the store also added 300 jobs to the area. West Temple is also popular for many recreation choices. Close access to Wildflower Golf Course and Country Club, as well as Sammons Golf Course and Community Center with an indoor pool, make this area prime for comfortable living. Temple Lake Park is only a short drive down West Adams with a beach area and boat ramps. The sprawling West Temple Park

with picturesque Pepper Creek Trail is also a short hike or bike away.

Historic District

Driving through the north area of Temple, also known as the historic district, many homes with state historic markers are found. While new builds are hard to find, stately Victorian homes from the turn-of-the-century line these streets, as well as bungalows from the early and mid-20th century. The quiet neighborhoods and the newly renovated Jefferson Elementary in TISD make this district ideal for families. As the oldest area of Temple, living in the Historic District has the added benefit of being only minutes from downtown. The Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center and Cultural Activities Center provide culture and entertainment on the north side of town and several parks are also in this area. The 30-acre Miller Park is a hub for entertainment as the City hosts its free summer concert series and movies in the park. The outdoor Walker Pool and Miller Park Splash Pad cools off North Temple residents, and the Miller Park and Jackson Park walking trails offer the quiet serenity of nature.

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The residents in this area also have the added benefit of living close to Lion’s Park, one of the largest in Temple with 100 acres and a 2.4-mile trail that was added to the National Recreation Trail designation in 2008. The park also has Temple’s only dog park, an all-access playground, softball fields and the recently opened Sam Farrow Amphitheater. Centrally located in the Texaplex between San Antonio, Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth and Houston, Temple residents enjoy small-town living while only a few hours drive to big-city entertainment. Direct access to Interstate 35 positions Temple within 180 miles of 80% of

Texas’ population. The city also has the advantages of a strong supporting infrastructure and market, but without higher costs, too-rapid growth and other issues often associated with an urban environment. With so much to offer and plenty of residential real estate both new and pre-owned, it’s easy to see why more people are settling at home in Temple. Kristen Reichert Cultural Activities Center

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homes in a variety of styles are found. Within minutes of 31st Street and the loop, residents in this area can quickly get to the mall, grocery store, hospital, restaurants and more.

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FAITH & WORSHIP

HOUSES OF WORSHIP

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TEMPLE

From the rough and tumble days of the City of Temple as a railroad town, the earliest citizens of our community saw a need for places to worship. New churches quickly emerged in young Temple and the trend seems to be unchecked in our over 130-year history. Within two short years of the incorporation of the city there were already three churches in Temple. By 1908, the young city boasted only three hotels and six restaurants, but already had twelve churches. There is no arguing our city’s rich heritage and houses of worship, from past to present, have played a key role in shaping Temple into the city it is today. The face of worship has however changed in Temple over the years. The earliest Temple houses of worship were typical Protestant and Catholic churches found throughout the South. Today all of the traditional JudeoChristian faiths are still very well represented. However, as Temple has grown and become more cosmopolitan, a broadening of the religious base has also occurred.

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Whether your faith leads you to the Hindu Temple of Central Texas, the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness or one of the many Judeo-Christian locations, you can find a worship home in Temple. For those so inclined, the houses of worship in Temple can become a second home. Many of the churches in Temple abound with multiple activities for its members. From youth groups to senior citizen groups, all ages can find both worship opportunities and fellowship outlets in Temple. Recognizing the cultural diversity of Temple, some churches offer services in other languages such as Spanish and Czech. The City of Temple has helped foster the growth of churches by allowing the development of campuses. City streets around several of Temple’s larger churches have been closed and the roads have been deeded to the church. This creates a campus or “church block”

where worshippers can safely navigate multiple facilities. It also affords churches the opportunity for an easier path to expansion as membership growth continues. Some churches have already taken this opportunity to add educational wings or “family life” centers. Temple has a rich and wonderful history of organized religion and worship. Our city has benefited greatly from the many churches in town, whether they are some of the grand and historic downtown locations or the smallest of newly established storefront locations. As Central Texas continues to follow the path of growth and development, our houses of worship will continue to play a key role in the life of our city.

faith & worship “We engage people in the life of a worshipping body by reaching across barriers and doing so in a way that doesn’t highlight those barriers.” Brandon Baker, Church Founder Impact Temple

John C. Perry

www.ibctemple.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH TEMPLE

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Company

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Lastovica Fine Jewelers 15

Alton Thiele, P.C. 12

Lochridge-Priest, Inc. 58

Arbor House 41

Lone Star AG Credit 61

Baylor Scott & White Health

Off The Cob Popcorn 12

Belton ISD 23

Other Mothers 61

Biggie-Mini Self Storage 58

Painting With A Twist 14

Capital Farm Credit 61

Panel Specialists, Inc. 12

Central National Bank 32

Pattillo, Brown & Hill, L.L.P.

Central Texas 4C, Inc. 19

PODS Central Texas 32

Central Texas Christian School 19

Ponder’s Auto & Fleet Service

City of Temple 5

Reed Realty 61

City of Temple - Conventions & Vistors Bureau

Rodney Dunn Company, Inc.

City of Temple - Transform Temple

Ronald Carroll Surveyors 29

Cornerstone Gardens Healthcare & Rehab.

Scott & White Employees Credit Union

Concentus Media Group

Scott & White Health Plan

Adorn Refined Living & Décor

29 17 1

Days Inn 50

Spherion Staffing Services 29

Dietz-McLean Optical 41

Sports World 48

Emerson Construction

St. Mary’s Catholic School 21

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Subway Sandwiches 15

English Maids 61

Sun Loan Company 31

Express Employment Professionals

Teddy Bear Bakery 15

Encore Landing Apartment Homes

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Extraco Banks 36

Temple College

Fairway Independent Mortgage Company

Temple Economic Development Corporation

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First Community Title 54

Temple ISD 21

Featured Business Listings 33

Temple Mall

Garden Estates of Temple

Temple Winnelson 61

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Gentiva Hospice 41

Tex Blast Sandblasting Company

Grand Avenue Theater

Texas A&M University - Central Texas

Hewett-Arney Funeral Home 14

Truecore Fitness 48

Holy Trinity Catholic High School

University Mary Hardin-Baylor 24

Immanuel Baptist Church 63

Visiting Angels 39

iZone Imaging 14

Walmart/Walmart Dist. Center

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Kachemak Bay Flying Service

Wilsonart

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