The city of Floresville now counts itself among Texas' film-friendly locales following a recent designation by Governor Greg Abbott. Announced as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission, Floresville has completed a training and certification program to prep for media production opportunities. Speaking about the certification, Governor Abbott remarked, "Floresville exemplifies the rich character, beauty, and creativity that make our communities — and our state — so special," according to the Office of the Texas Governor press release.
The goal of the designation is clear: to match local businesses with productions and, in turn, drive job creation and local commerce. Governor Abbott believes Floresville is now well-positioned to market itself to filmmakers, and in effect, "spurring on-site spending at local businesses." As noted by Senator Judith Zaffirini in her congratulatory statement, this recognition will help attract "media-driven economic opportunities" to the charming city.
Floresville joins the ranks of over 200 communities across the Lone Star State that benefit from Film Friendly Texas’ trainings and guidance on industry standards and accommodating on-location filming. This isn’t just for show—it means real business. "This partnership provides an exciting opportunity to showcase the unique character and beauty of our community to filmmakers across Texas and beyond," Interim City Manager Monica Veliz shared in a hopeful tone, as the city looks forward to the myriad prospects film production could usher in, as per the Office of the Texas Governor website.
Indeed, the impact extends beyond mere recognition. The certification is tied to more than half a century of endeavors by the Texas Film Commission to position the state as an attractive venue for all stripes of media productions. Viewers eager to know more about what Film Friendly Texas Communities have on offer, or those looking into job opportunities in the industry, are encouraged to peek at the state's film commission webpage, where a wealth of resources awaits discovery. "We look forward to the increased visibility, tourism, and economic development that film production can bring to Floresville," Veliz emphasized on the Office of the Texas Governor, signaling a confident step forward for the city's cultural and economic landscape.
