General Manager's Note — February 2009

General Manager's Note — February 2009

By Sara Aleman Friday, 06 February 2009

While I was growing up, energy was probably discussed more in my family than in most because my father worked at a coal-burning power plant. When it was built, the dynamic of our small town changed because the local economy had previously been fueled by natural gas wells and the cattle industry. The energy industry brought hope, providing more opportunities for plumbers, carpenters and mechanics in the community. My dad, for example, worked his way up from plumbing construction on the power plant to becoming a regional supervisor.

Since then, it has been interesting to watch the energy industry evolve. Coal-burning plants are burning cleaner and wind turbines are scattered across West Texas, providing a clean energy resource. While it is common to associate TECO-Westinghouse with the Longhorns that are always seen grazing in the front of the building, the company now manufacturing wind turbines is an example of how energy shapes our community and highlights the importance of keeping a business relevant to today’s needs. TECO-Westinghouse is Round Rock’s oldest large employer, and after nearly four decades, the company continues to evolve and grow.

I hope you enjoy the new design of the paper as we strive to keep our product applicable and relevant to the needs of readers.

Sara Aleman

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