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Washington County Chamber of Commerce ® THE LITTLE CREAMERY IN BRENHAM, TEXAS BLUE BELL County Magazine CREAMERIES Washington2019 Edition Visitor Center Observation Deck Ice Cream Parlor Country Store Come¿OOHGZLWKKLVWRULFDOSLFWXUHVYLGHRVDGYHUWLVLQJPDWHULDOVDQGPRUH5HOD[DQGHQMR\WKH and visit the little creamery in Brenham, Texas. We’re located just a few minutes from theVFHQHU\LQRXU6FXOSWXUH*DUGHQ6HHKRZZHPDNHLFHFUHDPDWRXU2EVHUYDWLRQ'HFN2I heart of downtown. While you are here take a look around our Visitor Center which is FRXUVHQRYLVLWZRXOGEHFRPSOHWHZLWKRXWDVFRRSRILFHFUHDPIURPRXUSDUORUDQGDWULSWR 2019 Magazine WKH&RXQWU\6WRUHIRUXQLTXHJLIWDQGORJRLWHPV7KHUHDUHVRPDQ\WKLQJVWRVHHDQGGR:H KRSH\RXZLOOYLVLWVRRQ Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Observation Deck: Monday-Friday 8am-2pm (Hours are subject to change.) Your Guide to Life in the Birthplace of Texas 1101 South Blue Bell Road For more information visit www.bluebell.com or call 1-800-327-8135. BRENHAM H BURTON H CHAPPELLHILL H INDEPENDENCE H WASHINGTON ® Treating Our Community Well From screenings to surgery, we provide comprehensive healthcare to help our community get better—and stay that way. Convenient Locations to Serve You Better Baylor Scott & White – Baylor Scott & White Baylor Scott & White Baylor Scott & White The Brenham Clinic Clinic - Bellville Clinic - Brenham Medical Center - 600 N. Park Street 235 W Palm Street Hwy. 290 Brenham Brenham, TX 77833 Suite 150 604 Highway 290 W. 700 Medical Parkway 979.337.5800 Bellville, TX 77418 Brenham, TX 77833 Brenham, TX 77833 979.337.5800 979.337.5400 979.337.5000 Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Brenham and area Baylor Scott & White clinics wide range of services now include: • Cardiology • General surgery • Or thopedics • Specialized surgical • Cardiac rehabilitation • Imaging services • Pain management services • Diabetes • Internal medicine • Pediatrics • Sports medicine Trauma care • ENT • Nephrology • Physical therapy • Women’s health • Emergency medicine • Occupational • Podiatry • • Family medicine medicine • Rehabilitation BSWHealth.com/Brenham Photography may include models or actors and may not represent actual patients. Physicians provide clinical services as members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Scott & White Health’s subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centers and do not provide clinical services as employees or agents of those medical centers or Baylor Scott & White Health. ©2018 Baylor Scott & White Health. BSWBRENHAM_100_2018 GD World’s leading designer, manufacturer, and supplier of pressure instrumentation components 1951 Hwy 290 West • Brenham, TX • 979-830-5400 DISCOVER Washington County Table of Contents Over About the Chamber ...........................7 Agriculture.......................................34 Chairman’s Circle Members...........13 100 YEARS Chamber Membership ....................13 Elected Officials ..............................18 of Community Impact! Helpful Facts & Numbers ...............23 Health Care......................................28 This is that truly special place you have been seeking. In Washington County, you will find a community that is small, but complete. Near enough to the big city, History of Washington County .......47 but far enough to be a true get-away. Just the perfect Texas town to call home. Leadership Program........................15 This community delivers the first-class amenities you desire, such as quality healthcare, beautiful parks, fine shopping and excellent schools…plus a low crime Man & Woman of the Year .............46 rate, great restaurants, easy commuting and…ohhhh, the scenery. Membership Directory....................57 The Washington County Chamber has been the place where business and civic leaders have come together for over 100 years now to work on projects that lead Photo Contest .................................50 this community to stand out from others. The results are clear throughout Presidential Level Members...........12 Brenham, Burton, Chappell Hill, Independence and Washington. There has been economic development in every town, enhanced by a dedication to preserve the Recreation .......................................36 history and scenic beauty in every part of Washington County. Schools & Education.......................41 Since 1917, the Chamber has promoted and celebrated the many volunteers and businesses who invested time and energy to improve the quality of life here Top Things to Do .............................11 for all. Now a century later, the Chamber is still the place where people come together to make connections that benefit local businesses and the overall community. We hope you will enjoy spending some time in person, online, and at our 830+ outstanding member businesses and organizations. PRINTING & DESIGN Newman Printing Company, Inc. PUBLISHER Chamber of Commerce Staff Welcome to Washington County! © 2019 All rights reserved by Washington County Chamber of Commerce. For more information call or visit: Washington County 314 S. Austin Street Wildflowers Brenham, Texas 77833 Telephone (979) 836-3695 Pictured on the cover is a field of Bluebonnets in front of an old country shed, and what is www.BrenhamTexas.com striking is the single Indian Paintbrush in the foreground. This hearty, lone flower evokes the uniqueness and independence of the area… both in nature and in the people. 2 Washington County Magazine 2019 Edition www.BrenhamTexas.com Photo by Rita Bradley, 2018 W.C. Chamber Photo Contest Locally Owned & Operated Chairman’s Message On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Welcome to Washington County! From our rich history, to our beautiful bluebonnets, Washington County is God’s country! We hope that you take time to stop and take in all that our county has to offer. Whether you are looking for sports and recreation, arts and culture, healthcare and OF education, an extraordinary music venue or great dining and wine tours; you can find it in Chamber Commerce Washington County! Perfectly situated between Austin and Houston, the beautiful scenery and slower more relaxed pace of life creates a great Whether you have chosen to visit our community, President’s make this your next home, or build your business here, place to live, work and raise a family. you will find that Washington County has so much to We have state of the art schools, cutting edge offer you on every level. medical facilities, great shopping, and Blue Bell Message Since 1917, the Washington County Chamber of ice cream! Whether you’re a visitor, new resident Commerce has served the needs of the business or business, we welcome you to our little scoop community through advocacy initiatives, business development programs and of heaven! We hope you stay awhile and see why member services. As a member-driven organization, the Chamber brings a so many are proud to call Washington County variety of businesses together, working towards the shared goals articulated in home! our mission statement: To promote a positive economic impact and quality of life while preserving the natural beauty and rich heritage of our county. Amanda Stolz For businesses of any size, the Chamber is committed to helping you reach your goals and expand your business base. Our purpose is to ensure that Washington County maintains a business-friendly environment where all businesses can grow and prosper. Chamber of Commerce For individuals, the Chamber works diligently to help preserve the quality of & Relocation Center life that makes Washington County perhaps the finest place to live and raise a Located at 314 S. Austin Street family. (Business Hwy 36) in Brenham On behalf of our 830+ members, Board of Directors, Blue Blazer volunteers, and Chamber staff, I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this magazine and learn more about life and business in Washington County! HOURS: Monday–Friday Warmest regards, 8:30 am - 5 pm Page Michel Washington County Visitor Center Located at 115 W. Main St. inside the restored Simon Theater in Downtown Brenham HOURS: Monday–Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10 am – 3 pm SPRING & FALL: Sundays Noon – 3 pm Visitor Center open most holidays 10am - 3pm, except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas www.BrenhamTexas.com 2019 Edition Washington County Magazine 5 So, what exactly does the Chamber do? Mission To promote a positive economic impact and quality of life while preserving the natural beauty and rich heritage of Washington County. Promotion of Chamber Members and Community • Washington County Magazine • Ribbon cuttings and grand openings • www.BrenhamTexas.com Chamber • Referrals to member businesses • Relocation packages • Maps and other community information Staff • The ChamberWorks Newsletter • Monthly E-news Photos provided by • Marketing of area businesses and events Brenham Portrait Gallery. Government Relations & Advocacy • Legislative Updates and Task Forces • Voter Education Page Michel • Candidate Questionnaires President & CEO • Washington County “Day at the Capitol” Business and Member Programs • Buy Local Awareness Campaign • P. E.A.C.E. Program to connect businesses with public schools • Leadership Washington County • Forum Series and Seminars • Sponsorship Opportunities Committees and Task Forces • Government Affairs • Education & Workforce Development • Blue Blazers Jane Hinze Shae Janner • Young Professionals Organization Member Services Manager Business Programs Manager • Keep Washington County Beautiful chapter headquarters Networking Opportunities • “Connect After