Taylor’s rising status as a high-tech center and home to a growing number of industries has prompted the city’s Economic Development Corp. to designate October as “Manufacturers Month.”
In making the announcement, EDC officials said manufacturing has become an important part of Taylor’s economy by creating jobs, supporting local businesses, generating capital investment and strengthening the city’s role not only in the Central Texas economy but also in the global marketplace.
The proclamation from the EDC board recognizes the manufacturers, employees, workforce partners and educators working to advance the area’s continued economic growth, officials said.
“Manufacturing is helping shape the future of Taylor,” said Chairwoman Betty Day in a prepared release. “‘Manufacturers Month’ gives us an opportunity to recognize not only these companies, but also the thousands of employees whose talent, innovation and hard work make their success possible.”
Manufacturers in Taylor create high-demand occupations and careers, such as manufacturing, engineering, technology, robotics and more, officials said.
“As Taylor continues to attract advanced manufacturing investment, developing the workforce to support these companies is one of our highest priorities,” Day said. “We want Taylor residents and students to see that there are tremendous career opportunities being created right here in their community.”
She added, “Building that connection between our employers, schools, workforce partners and residents is essential to our long-term success.”
Officials added the investments being made in Taylor are creating new opportunities for residents while strengthening the economy for generations to come.
“Our manufacturers are investing in more than buildings and equipment—they are investing in Taylor,” Day said.
In November 2021, South Korea’s Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. announced a multibillion- dollar chipmaking foundry would be built in Taylor. Since that time, numerous other advanced manufacturing firms including data centers, space-exploration companies and even Tesla have or will be conducting business in the area.
Many of the companies generate tax revenue and support training programs at local school districts and colleges, with the University of Texas planning to open the Taylor Center satellite campus in the next few years.
