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Wylie Texas is growing and since the year 2000 has doubled it’s
population.

It’s expansion, as of the 2006 census estimate, the North Texas
Central Council of Governments has placed the city’s population
at 33,000. Most recent estimates show the population approaching
39,000 . With this expansion the growth of Manufacuring Facilities
in Wylie has increased as well offering a wide variety of possible
employment options.

We have the retail, construction and other businesses currently
operating in the city. One important area which has not been
recognized is the growth in Manufacturing Facilities which are
located in Wylie. In mid 2006 is was estimated that Wylie had
41 units of this class. These businesses offer large scale employment
opportunities for the city, and surrounding area’s.

In September of 2007 it was reported that the unemployment
figures for Wylie Texas was at 4.0%. This figure includes a large
group of people under the age of 18, and over the age of 65 who
are retired.

The manufacturing industry is successful thanks to the manual
labor of the industry’s employees. Some job titles in manufacturing
include industrial, electronic and mechanical engineers, drafters,
production managers, tool and die makers, computer programmers
and operators, assemblers, inspectors, and sales reps and sales
engineers. No college education is required to get started in this
industry as a production worker, but management positions may
require a college degree. Some workers take local training courses
or learn on the job as apprentices. Salaries for manufacturing
workers are very good compared to other industries.

Let’s take a look at some of the companies available in Wylie.

Sanden International USA Inc. -  This company has a large
facility in Wylie and is the world’s largest independent supplier of
Auto air conditioning compressors.
Bayco Products Inc.- professional grade task lighting solutions
to the world. Their extensive task lighting portfolio spans
professional and non-professional applications, from completely
portable task lights for the utmost user mobility, to powerful free-
standing lights for large work areas. Indestructible LED lights for
hazardous confined spaces and high-intensity fluorescent corded
lights for utility areas.
Carlisle Coatings and Waterproofing - provides a broad range of
solutions to meet specific waterproofing needs. CCW offers technical
services, research & development and manufacturing capabilities
from its headquarters in Wylie, Texas and 3 other facilities in other
locations.
Lutz Woodworks Inc. - Commercial and Institutional AWI certified
manufacturer of commercial millwork and casework for institutional
use.
American Steam Inc. - service and installation of boilers, burners,
water softeners, deaerators, economizers, blowdown heat recovery,
oxygen trim systems, flow metering (steam, water, oil and gas), and
high pressure condensate return systems.
Althuser Inc. - manufacturing of bedding ensembles and other fine
for discerning home owners, and premier interior designers.
General Transformer Corp. - Power transformers convert power-level
voltages from one level or phase configuration to another.
Allermed Corp. - Manufactrers of Air Filters a Wylie based company.

These are just a few of the many Manufacturing Facilities in Wylie. The
Products produced are varied and more are being added to the mix with
the new growth of the city. The few mentioned above are just the tip of
the iceberg.

For more detailed information regarding the manufacturing facilities
located in Wylie you can contact The City of Wylie or The Wylie Chamber
of Commerce.

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Wylie Texas is in a phenominal growth period, and it has doubled
in size since the year 2000. With that growth small and large
businesses retail and otherwise are popping up all over Wylie.

Since 2005 there have been a number of additions to the landscape.
One is Shafer Plaza, a small strip center anchored by The Texas
Credit Union along with a Barber Shop, Subway Sandwiches, a
Cleaner, Lil Caesar Pizza, a Donut Shop, Sprint, and a Fittness
Center.

The 2005 figures also indicate that there were 1073 total
businesses located in Wylie covering a varied collection from
accounting businesses to a variety of others.

There is also a larger strip center which is co-anchored by
Albertsons Grocery and Home Depot along with Blockbusters,
a Barber Shop, a Title Company, Quizinos Subs, FujiyA Egg
Rolls, and a Dentist Office. It also has a free standing building
with a Bank of America.

In the northern section of the city we have a Super Walmart.
And, currently under construction is a Major Shopping Mall which
will be anchored by a Super Target Store having a large number
of Retail Outlets, Restaurants as well as other attractions. This
Mall will be located to the west of the intersection of FM 544
and SH 78 the main throughfares of this area.

As Wylie continues to experience residential growth, more
businesses are popping up on the Wylie landscape. According
to the Texas Comptroller’s Office, there were 843 active sales
tax businesses located in the  75098 zip code as of January 1,
2007. In 2006, there were only 204 new sales tax permits
issued for the 75098 zip code.

City-data.com shows statistics as of 2005 and if other data is
available I have not found it. It shows the Top Industries in the
75098 zip code by number of employee’s as:

1. Accommodation and Food Services:
Limited-Service Restaurants
20-49 employees: 9 establishments,
10-19 employees: 2 establishments,
5-9 employees: 1 establishment,
1-4 employees: 3 establishments
2. Administrative and Support and Waste Management and
Remediation Services:
Landscaping Services
50-99 employees: 1 establishment,
20-49 employees: 5 establishments,
10-19 employees: 2 establishments,
5-9 employees: 1 establishment,
1-4 employees: 7 establishments
3.  Accommodation and Food Services:
Full-Service Restaurants
100-249 employees: 1 establishment,
20-49 employees: 2 establishments,
5-9 employees: 2 establishments,
1-4 employees: 3 establishments
4. Wholesale Trade:
Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant
Wholesalers
100-249 employees: 1 establishment
5. Construction:
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
100-249 employees: 1 establishment
6. Construction:
Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
50-99 employees: 1 establishment,
20-49 employees: 1 establishment,
10-19 employees: 2 establishments,
5-9 employees: 2 establishments,
1-4 employees: 6 establishments

The most common indusries for males is shown at:
Construction (16%)
Computer and electronic products (8%)
Broadcasting and telecommunications (7%)
Finance and insurance (5%)
Educational services (4%)
Professional, scientific, and technical services (4%)
Public administration (4%)
Most common occupations for males:
Other management occupations except farmers and
farm managers (8%)
Computer specialists (6%)
Electrical equipment mechanics and other installation,
maintenance, and repair occupations including
supervisors (6%)
Engineers (6%)
Other sales and related workers including supervisors
(4%)
Sales representatives, services, wholesale and
manufacturing (4%)
Building and grounds cleaning and maintenance
occupations (4%)

The most common industries for females is shown at:
Finance and insurance (12%)
Health care (12%)
Educational services (10%)
Computer and electronic products (7%)
Professional, scientific, and technical services (7%)
Social assistance (5%)
Accommodation and food services (5%)
The most common occupations for females:
Other office and administrative support workers
including supervisors (9%)
Secretaries and administrative assistants (7%)
Preschool, kindergarten, elementary and middle
school teachers (7%)
Business operations specialists (6%)
Information and record clerks except customer
service representatives (5%)
Customer service representatives (4%)
Other sales and related workers including
supervisors (4%)

Population (year 2000): 15,132. Estimated population in
July 2006: 32,696 (+116.1% change)
Males: 7,468  (49.4%)Females: 7,664  (50.6%)

The Wylie Chamber of Commerce as well as The City of Wylie
may have more up to date information but as the composition
of this article this is what was available to me.

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Every town has a proverbial Main Street. Here in Wylie Texas it’s
known as Ballard Avenue. The street is located west of SH 78
which runs North and South. Ballard itself runs East and West and
the downtown area consists of two and a half city blocks and it
currently houses approximately 40 businesses.

Ballard Ave. is historic in the sense that it has just about been here
since the city started as Nickleville before it’s naming of Wylie. In
1920, Wylie received electrical service and streetlights. Ballard
Ave. was graveled in 1923, prior to that it was a dirt street.

Businesses have come and gone on Ballard, and in December 1998,
two fires (one on the 9th and another on the 11th) destroyed and/
or damaged a dozen or so businesses. The city and it’s citizens used
this unfortunate opportunity to revitalize the downtown area.

This article will discuss the current businesses on Ballard Ave. in
the downtown area. If I’ve missed any please accept my apologies
and feel free to comment and add your business.

We will start this tour at Hwy. 78 and go west on the north side of
the street.

Farmers Insurance
Boyd Recording Studio’s
Quick Response Technologies - Computer sales and repair.
Tasty Wok - Great Chinese food with a buffet.
Rick’s Home Store - Rustic and Leather Furniture.
Taste of Home/Almost Home - Antique Mall and Restaurant.
Hunters
ATM Party Store - Party Supplies
Twisted Pepper - Gifts, Hot Stuff, Peppers.
Downtown Salon Suites
The Wylie News - Local Newspaper
Ballard Street Cafe - Great Food and Service
Absolute Fitness
Texas Land and petroleum Co.
Tanning Center
Allstate Insurance
Jeffrey’s Discovery
Savage, Inc. - Water jet cutting services, Rolling Services,
Surface treatment Services, Milling services, Spraying services,
Sharpening service, Turning services, Electro discharge
machining EDM services, Electro chemical machining ECM
services, Chem milling services, Punching services.
This facility is the 200 block of Wylie on the north side.

On the south side of Ballard from Hwy. 78 are the following
businesses.

Vertigo - Skateboards and apparel
L & L Cafe
Shoemaker & Hardt Coffee shop
Avon
Veteran Country Music Supplies
Twin Creeks Gift shop
Wrights Barber Shop
Carroll Jewelry
Circle Candles
Indulgence - Ladies Boutique
Simply Nails & Hair
The Ole Back Porch Gift Shop
Pediatric Asssn. of Wylie - pediatric Dr.
Davis & Co.
Wylie Flower and Gifts shop
Ballard St. School of the Professional Arts
Donut Craver
C & D Designs - Gifts and Personal Embroidery
City Nails
La Flor - Mexican Restaurant
Mr. Jim’s Pizza
Fina Gas Station

These are the businesses which service downtown Wylie. As you can
see the businesses are diverse, and parking is always at a premium
since the citizenry frequent these shops through the day.

Come Shop with us and learn about downtown Wylie.

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If you’re a current resident or contemplating a move to Wylie
Texas, and your desire is to Make A Difference, be assured that
there is ample opportunity to do so.
 
There are 20 churches located in Wylie proper in which you can
volunteer your time to help others. Most if not all, depending on
size, have vehicles to give both financial or sustenance aid to
people and families in need in the community. And, with those
you have an option to donate to them, or you can participate as
a volunteer and/or expediter to dispense those goods.
 
The City of Wylie has a program called Reach for a Star, which is
designed to assist families during the holiday season. It is an out-
reach program supported by the Wylie ISD, community churches,
and local businesses and organizations. The City also works in
partnership with The Christian Care Center on Ballard Street.
While Reach for a Star program makes toys and clothing available,
The Christian Care Center provides families in need, and seniors,
with food and other services year round. So donations of money,
food, and time are well spent here.
 
The City of Wylie also has The Bart Peddicord Community Center.
The center is located in the old Wylie Post Office building on Oak
street and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through
Friday, it houses the Wylie Seniors program and Meals on Wheels.
The seniors program strives to provide Wylie seniors with
fellowship and other activities. The center can also be rented for
for meetings or special events.
 
Also provided is Collin County Area Rural Transit (CCART) which
is a non-profit division of the Collin County committee on Aging,
and has been in existence for 25 years. Funding is provided by
Federal, State, and local governments, The United Way, and fares/
donations along with contracts for service. Their vehicles range
from Mini/Maxi vans and are accessible to those who are riders
in wheel chairs. All vehicles are ‘curb to curb’ services and radio
dispatched. The CCART drivers are not allowed to enter private
residences or leave their vehicles unattended.
 
Along with the area’s mentioned above there are a number of
benevolent/global organizations which either have offices to
representatives here in Wylie. Some of those are; 1. The Ancient
Free and Accepted Masons East Fork Lodge founded in February
of 1887… 2. The Caanon Foundation -  which provides computers
to African Nations for educational purposes…3. Challenged
Sportsman of America -  providing handicap awareness through
education and participation in outdoor activities… 4. Rockwall
School of Music - a Kindermusik Education with excellent programs
for ages birth through 7 years. If you are an accomplished musician
this is the place for you. These as well as others are available, you
will just have to research the area for your niche.
 
If you have a passion to Make A Difference then that is available
to you in this community. Contact the City of Wylie, The Chamber
of Commerce, local Churches and others and get started today.

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Wylie Texas is a city in Southeast Collin County and is a
Northeast suburb of Dallas Texas. With it’s rapid growth since
the year 2000 it has spread into Dallas County, and Rockwall
County in the U.S. census for the State of Texas. With the 2000
census, the city population was 15,132, but recent rapid growth
has 2004 estimates suggesting the population is at 25,850.
Once solely located in Collin County, Wylie has extended into
neighboring Dallas and Rockwall counties. Both Lake Lavon
and Lake Ray Hubbard are within easy reach of the city. Since
the 2000 census the population has grown 109.3%, making
Wylie number 8 on the list of fastest growing cities in the nation.
Current population is now listed at 32,696 with an estimated
growth to 39,000 + or - by the end of 2008, by the City of
Wylie.

In the 1890s, the town of Wylie had been served by one small
school with limited funding primarily by the parents of students
of the school. Ovid Birmingham noticed this problem and
established the Wylie ISD in 1901-1902. He set limits of the
district that all citizens in that area would pay taxes to uphold
the district. The Birmingham family soon provided money to
build the Original Wylie High School. The School has moved
from several buildings in its history.

Most of the Collin County portion of Wylie is served by Wylie
Independent School District. The Dallas County portion is
served by Garland Independent School District. The Rockwall
County portion is served by Rockwall Independent School
District.

Wylie ISD is a fast growing school system in southern Collin
County, 24 miles northeast of metropolitan Dallas and its
cultural, educational and recreational amenities.  Covering
41 square miles, the UIL Class 5A district of more than
10,000 students serves the City of Wylie as well as families
in the surrounding communities of Sachse, Murphy, Lucas,
Lavon and St. Paul Texas.

The City of Wylie has it’s eye set on education. Available
schooling is comprised of the Wylie ISD, Private Schools
comprised of Pre-K preporitory and full curicullum schools,
and Home Schooling by independent parents. 

The Wylie ISD offers an outstanding academic program
with a focus on character education beginning in elementary
school. The curriculum includes a wide range of programs
from culinary arts to television production. The district
emphasizes technology in the classroom with that being a
communications tool for parents. The current 17 campuses
include Wylie High School (grades 10 through 12), Wylie
East High School (grade 9), Special Programs Center
(grades K-12),  three junior high schools (grades 7 and 8),
three intermediate schools (grades 5 and 6) and eight
elementary campuses (grades Pre-K through 4).

In 2007, Wylie East High School opened for the 2007-2008
school year. The school serves solely the ninth grade students.
Wylie East will become a 9-12 school with Class of 2012
being the first class to graduate after the district voted to go
with multiple 9-12 campuses in January 2008.

It’s Mission Statement is “The Wylie Independent School
District, in partnership with parents and the community, will
provide all students a world-class academic education which
will prepare them to lead successful and productive lives.”

The Student Demographics, as of 2006 statistics is comprised
of the following: 51% Male; 49% Female - 62% Caucasian -
18% Hispanic - 13% African American - 5% Asian - 1% Native
American. and 1% Other.
Economically disadvantaged 21%, and the Average student to
teacher ratio is 15:1.

In summary, with all of the above said, Wylie Texas is dedicated
to education. In addition to those area’s discussed above there
are a number of Community Colleges, Trade Education programs,
as well as others located within Wylie, Collin County and the
outlying area’s of Wylie. So if you’re moving to Wylie or thinking
about a move feel confident that as far as education it is here,
either in Wylie or within reach with a few miles of travel.

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If you are contemplating a move to the Wylie, Texas
area then these are some things you’d want to know.
Saying that a few things are happening in Wylie would
be an understatement. Wylie is one of the fastest growing
communities in Texas, and Wylie has a number of projects
that are in the planning or construction stage. Some of
those are street and road improvements along with new
buildings and facilities, to park improvements, the City of
Wylie is working to meet the needs of it’s growing population.

It’s a pretty much accepted fact that a Texas home is one of
the best investments you can make; but like many things
in life, timing is everything. Recent worrisome talk about
subprime mortgages, falling property values, foreclosures
and slow real estate markets are keeping more than a few
homeowners up at night. The cure for those concerns is
information.

Remember, the real estate game is best played over the
long haul. So trust time to be on your side! Mortgage rates
are at a two-year low. If you finance your home while rates
are low, you can save hundreds of dollars a year (or more),
according to Freddie Mac’s January 10, 2008 Primary
Mortgage Market Survey:   The average principal and
interest payment on a $250,000 loan has dropped by
$131.83 per month since August 3, 2007.

The city of Wylie has more than sufficient Real Estate
agents to assist you in making a choice. A number of
those are national firms as well as builders. Some of those
are Remax, Century 21, Coldwell Banker and others.
some of the builders are Choice Homes, Era Signature
Homes, Country Ridge, Sage Creek Phase 8 and others.

The Real Estate market in Wylie is still strong and there
is value from Wylie ISD to the convenience of outdoors
activities.  As a resident you’ll have quick access to Lake
Lavon, Lake Ray Hubbard as well as many other parks
and recreation areas that are our little secrets.

From Seis Lagos to Birmingham Farms, there is a host
of subdivisions that will meet every type of home buyer’s
tastes and price range.  It is hard not to find exactly what
you are looking for in a home in Wylie Texas - the variety
of builders make Wylie a great place to call home!

Our tax rates are lower than other equitable communities
and the Mayor has stated that he wants a decrease to be
considered in the near future. The value of the school
systems, convenience of bus service and quality of teachers
all play a part in property values,and the ability to hold
those to a high rate. Wylie ISD serves approximately 3,220
students in Pre-K through 12th grade on five campuses. 
WISD was ranked an “Exemplary” district for seven
consecutive years from 1996-2003. The district continues
to rate as one of the best School Districts in Texas by the
Texas Education Agency. WISD has also been rated
“Superior” by TEA’s Financial Integrity Rating System of
Texas. This is the highest rating awarded by the state.

Public Safety sets Wylie apart from other cities. Wylie’s
Crime Rate continues to be one of the lowest in North
Texas and Wylie Fire Rescue maintains its ISO 1 rating.
Community involvement through the Citizens Police
Academy, Volunteers in Policing, CERT (Community
Emergency Response Teams) and SkyWarn weather
spotting, strengthens the Emergency response and
preparedness.

The City of Wylie projects an expected population growth
of 39,000+ or - by the end of 2008

But, there is another side of the city’s growth and that is
the commercial and business development here in Wylie.
With the growth, Wylie has now home to an expanding
business climate with industrial and commercial
development.

As Wylie continues to experience residential growth, more
businesses are popping up on the Wylie landscape. According
to the Texas Comptroller’s Office, there were 843 active sales
tax businesses located in Wylie, Texas (zip code 75098) as of
January 1, 2007. In 2006, there were only 204 new sales tax
permits issued for the 75098 zip code.

With increased commercial development, the City continues
to experience substantial growth in sales tax revenue. For the
2006 fiscal year, the City received $4.39 million in sales tax
revenue, which represented a 24% increase since the 2005
fiscal year.

There is more than one (1) million square feet of retail and
commercial development approved in Wylie that is still to be
built. The majority of this development is located along the
FM 544 and Highway 78 thoroughfares. With proactive
evaluation and planning for retail development, they anticipate
increasing Wylie’s retail base which will provide Wylie and
surrounding small towns with additional shopping options
having a considerable impact on the City’s sales tax revenues.

Some of the things under consideration are;
1. A New Library (40,000+ sq ft), Recreation Center (40,000
+ sq ft) and a New City Hall with final planning still in the
works by the City Council.,
2.  Woodbridge Crossing development anchored by Target. The
center, scheduled to open Summer 2009, features 575,000 sq.
ft. of retail space and a potential $202 million in retail
sales.,
3. More than 13 miles of new and reconstructed roadways,
funded through the State, County and City bonds, to be
completed in the next five years. Roads include Ballard
Avenue, McCreary Road, Stone Road, FM 1378, Brown Street
and McMillen Road.

The Mayor feels that the City, School District, Chamber of
Commerce, Downtown Merchants Association, Economic
Development Corporation, citizens and community organizations
working together will provide the future success of the City
of Wylie.

So there you have it Wylie, Texas a once sleepy little town,
becoming the rose of Collin County and one of the fastest
growing communities in the DFW Metroplex.

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