Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that League City has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO). This certification, granted after a multi-step process, aims to enhance economic growth and job creation in the music sector across various Texas communities.

Governor Abbott remarked, "Congratulations to League City on earning the Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation. Music is key to the Texas brand and is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of our great state. Music Friendly Texas Communities work tirelessly to attract and develop the local music industry to boost local job creation and economic growth. With support from the Texas Music Office, the Texas music industry accounts for 196,000 direct and indirect permanent jobs and generates over $31 billion in annual economic activity statewide. Together, we will continue to work alongside communities in every region of our state to build a stronger, more prosperous Texas than ever before."

Senator Mayes Middleton commended League City, saying, "I am proud to represent and help congratulate League City on their designation as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. This prestigious award not only recognizes the city’s commitment to the arts, but also their impressive growth as a community that makes League City such a wonderful place to visit, live, work, or start a business."

Representative Dennis Paul praised the initiative: "League City’s designation as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community is a well-deserved recognition of its growing support for local talent and the arts. This initiative reflects the best of Texas; empowering small businesses, championing free enterprise, and building on the strengths of the community. I commend the city’s leadership for this forward-thinking investment in both tradition and prosperity."

Mayor Nick Long highlighted the city's support for the arts: "League City’s Public Art Initiative not only supports local visual artists in our community but performing artists as well. This Music Friendly Texas Community designation demonstrates the city’s commitment to supporting all types of arts, including our local musicians. I look forward to the continued growth and opportunities it will bring our city."

League City Music Friendly Advisory Board member and League City Folk Association co-founder Tucker Hart stated, "League City is demonstrating a commitment to fostering a vibrant music scene. The recognition itself will open more doors and opportunities for our community to grow with music, creating new avenues for artists and businesses alike."

The initiative has also seen support from the League City Convention and Visitors Bureau Manager Stephanie Polk, who added, "Between introducing Saturday Jazz Nights events at League Park in 2024, hosting the annual White Linen Night Art Crawl each June, and partnering with the League City Folk Association to host monthly concerts, League City is seeking to make a name for itself as a gathering place for live music. This designation has been proven to boost local economies by supporting small businesses, creating jobs, and attracting tourism."

The community certification ceremony, cohosted by the TMO and the City of League City, is scheduled for April 26 during the "A Night of Celebration" at League Park. The event will feature city officials and community leaders, with TMO Community Relations and Outreach Specialist Gini Mascorro presenting the designation.

The Music Friendly Texas program has grown since its inception by the TMO in 2016, being the first of its kind in the nation. League City's designation as the 80th certified community continues the movement to support and develop local music businesses and talents across Texas.

Inquiries can be directed to John Orsag, Parks & Cultural Services Coordinator, City of League City.