Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry has much to be proud of after weeks of community engagement. From the successful Christian County Fair to the Car Cruise, to the Saturday Farmers Market, Taylorville has truly come alive this summer.
Mayor Barry was present for the Christian County Fair and was again reminded of how special the week-long event is.
The Farmers Market appears every Saturday on the Taylorville Square. Vendors sell their fresh produce, a variety of meats, and other handcrafted items. Mayor Barry has been out to the Farmers Market for some of the great sweet corn.
The first Friday of the month is the Car Cruise that turns the quiet Taylorville Square into an automotive wonderland. Last time out there were about 200 cars spanning from early 1900s classics to modern-day hot rods. The next Car Cruise is set for Friday, August 4th. Mayor Barry notes how important this event is for citizens who do not live in Taylorville, as many of the businesses in the city are extra busy during the Car Cruise.
Road and trail construction is happening now in Taylorville. Mayor Barry says that grant money will help these projects along. A $2.5 million grant comes from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. This grant will aid in the reconstruction of the Taylorville Square, preparing for the new businesses that plan to open in future years. Mayor Barry is looking forward to these upgrades.
Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry is excited for the future of Taylorville as community involvement and grant money has grown.
Mayor Barry appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.
