Big Lake Texas, Grand-Daddy of Permian Basin Oil Field, Dog Trials, BlueGrass Festival, Santa Rita Days

To become recognized as a community of people who maintain the small town atmosphere while promoting a positive environment for business growth.

To enhance and improve the economy and the quality of life for the citizens of Big Lake and Reagan County, Texas.

The Big Lake Economic Development Corporation was formed to broaden the base of the economy to include new businesses of every kind from manufacturing, assembly plants, tourism, hunting, and more recreation. The corporation also promotes a healthy economy through assistance for businesses and providing a diverse tax-base to include retail shops and service companies that lend a unique offering to the quality of life in a small town.

Big Lake is the birthplace of the Permian Basin Oil Field where the strike on an Oil Rig named Santa Rita #1 which was spudded shortly before midnight on August 17,1921, on the last day before the 18-month drilling permit was to expire.

The town of Big Lake is located in West Texas and is known for wonderful hospitality with approximately 3,000 of the friendliest people you will ever meet. With outstanding schools: elementary, middle school, and high school campuses and a great curriculum, the district has top-notch teachers with excellent academic and athletic programs. Big Lake also takes pride in the community health, recreation and park facilities. The town is rich in history and has numerous historical sites.

Reagan County is a natural resource and agriculture dependent community.

Businesses that thrive here are among those that depend upon access to natural resources and an affordable, dependable labor force that the county offers. Recognizing the value of all of our businesses and industries, the Economic Development Corporation welcomes every individual and business to the community.

Population

    * 2,885 City
    * 3,326 County

Location
    * Central U.S. time zone
    * Close proximity to major cities and Mexico
    * Distance to San Angelo-70 miles
    * Big Spring-70 miles
    * Midland/Odessa- 90 miles

Agriculture

Reagan County is included in the agribusiness region called the Concho Valley. Both irrigated and non-irrigated crops are grown here. Much of the land is suitable for livestock. Located one hour from San Angelo the regional service center for agriculture, Big Lake is part of the National Associations, such as: Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers, American Boer Goat Association, American Rambouillet Breeders Association, and the Mohair Council, Producers Livestock Auction is one of the nations largest and is only a short distance from our area.

Reasons to select Big Lake as your choice for retirement, raising a family or locating your business:

Affordable utilities
Affordable land and properties
Low crime rates
Mild weather
Lower Taxes
Some of the "best tasting" water in Texas
Excellent quality of life
Top rated educational and athletic programs
Outstanding Medical and Care Center facilities
Agribusiness region
Available land for lease or sale - both commercial and residential land and buildings are available. Please contact Deona Thompson with inquiries.

Please continue to browse our Web pages for even more reasons to come to our community.

Contacts at The Big Lake Economic Development Corporation

Deona Thompson
409 E. Second Street
P.O. BOX 943
Big Lake, Texas 76932
325-884-2288

Board of Directors

Deona Thompson, Executive Director

George Tucker, Secretary / Treasurer

Lorri Jenkins, Board Member

Carl Baker, Vice President

Marla Poynor, Board Member

Garry Goff, Board Member

Randy Blake, Board Member

Frank White, Board Member

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	To become recognized as a community of people who maintain the small town atmosphere while promoting a positive environment for business growth. To enhance and improve the economy and the quality of life for the citizens of Big Lake and Reagan County, Texas. The Big Lake Economic Development Corporation was formed to broaden the base of the economy to include new businesses of every kind from manufacturing, assembly plants, tourism, hunting, and more recreation. The corporation also promotes a healthy economy through assistance for businesses and providing a diverse tax-base to include retail shops and service companies that lend a unique offering to the quality of life in a small town. Big Lake is the birthplace of the Permian Basin Oil Field where the strike on an Oil Rig named Santa Rita #1 which was spudded shortly before midnight on August 17,1921, on the last day before the 18-month drilling permit was to expire. The town of Big Lake is located in West Texas and is known for wonderful hospitality with approximately 3,000 of the friendliest people you will ever meet. With outstanding schools: elementary, middle school, and high school campuses and a great curriculum, the district has top-notch teachers with excellent academic and athletic programs. Big Lake also takes pride in the community health, recreation and park facilities. The town is rich in history and has numerous historical sites. Reagan County is a natural resource and agriculture dependent community. Businesses that thrive here are among those that depend upon access to natural resources and an affordable, dependable labor force that the county offers. Recognizing the value of all of our businesses and industries, the Economic Development Corporation welcomes every individual and business to the community. Population * 2,885 City * 3,326 County Location * Central U.S. time zone * Close proximity to major cities and Mexico * Distance to San Angelo-70 miles * Big Spring-70 miles * Midland/Odessa- 90 miles Agriculture Reagan County is included in the agribusiness region called the Concho Valley. Both irrigated and non-irrigated crops are grown here. Much of the land is suitable for livestock. Located one hour from San Angelo the regional service center for agriculture, Big Lake is part of the National Associations, such as: Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers, American Boer Goat Association, American Rambouillet Breeders Association, and the Mohair Council, Producers Livestock Auction is one of the nations largest and is only a short distance from our area. Reasons to select Big Lake as your choice for retirement, raising a family or locating your business: Affordable utilities Affordable land and properties Low crime rates Mild weather Lower Taxes Some of the "best tasting" water in Texas Excellent quality of life Top rated educational and athletic programs Outstanding Medical and Care Center facilities Agribusiness region Available land for lease or sale - both commercial and residential land and buildings are available. Please contact Deona Thompson with inquiries. Please continue to browse our Web pages for even more reasons to come to our community. Contacts at The Big Lake Economic Development Corporation Deona Thompson 409 E. Second Street P.O. BOX 943 Big Lake, Texas 76932 325-884-2288 Board of Directors Deona Thompson, Executive Director George Tucker, Secretary / Treasurer Lorri Jenkins, Board Member Carl Baker, Vice President Marla Poynor, Board Member Garry Goff, Board Member Randy Blake, Board Member Frank White, Board Member Site Map Contact Us Copyright 2007 Big Lake Texas All Rights Reserved