~ Governor Greg Abbott has recognized the City of Alvin for its commitment to developing tourism as an economic growth strategy. The city has been designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, after completing a rigorous certification process.

This designation is a testament to the efforts of Visit Alvin, the city's official tourism organization, in promoting Alvin as a must-visit destination. It also highlights the city's potential to attract visitors from across the nation and around the world.

In a statement, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of tourism to both local and state economies. He noted that travelers to and within Texas generate almost $200 billion in annual economic impact and support 1.3 million jobs across the state. He congratulated Alvin and encouraged other communities in Texas to apply for this certification to further grow their local tourism industry.

Senator Mayes Middleton also praised Alvin's designation, calling it a testament to the city's rapid growth and its rich history and culture. He expressed his confidence that Alvin will continue to thrive as a tourism and economic powerhouse in Texas.

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Mayor Gabe Adame echoed these sentiments, emphasizing that tourism is an essential component of Alvin's economy. He credited the work of the Alvin Convention and Visitors Bureau for elevating the city's visibility and vibrancy through their efforts in promoting local businesses and events.

Donna Starkey, President of the Alvin Museum Society, expressed her pride in seeing their community recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community. She highlighted how this designation affirms their commitment to sharing Alvin's story with visitors from all over Texas and beyond.

The Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community program is open to local governments or non-profit organizations that lead tourism promotion and development efforts. This designation provides various benefits for these entities, including strengthening relationships important for tourism development, educating local leaders on the significance of tourism, identifying locally driven strategies, and learning about opportunities provided by Travel Texas and other state government programs.

For more information on the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community program, interested parties can visit gov.texas.gov/tourism-friendly-texas. The mission of Travel Texas, under the Governor's Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office, is to market Texas as a premier travel destination in out-of-state and international markets, generate non-Texan travel to the state, and create revenue and jobs for local communities and the state.

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