The City of Dripping Springs has been selected for an honor by the Texas Department of Agriculture as a 2010 Hardworking Rural Community.

Corinne Cleverley, TDA marketing coordinator for Rural Communities, delivered the City of Dripping Springs its finalist trophy honoring the City’s efforts this week.

Cleverley said the Hardworking Rural Community Awards are part of TDA’s efforts to market and promote rural Texas while raising public awareness of efforts to boost tourism, job growth, leadership, mentoring, community development and other economic opportunities.

 Nine finalists were honored as Hardworking Rural Communities: Burleson County, Center, Clifton, Crosbyton, Dripping Springs, Granbury, Honey Grove, Kemp and Winnsboro.  These communities were recognized for dedication, leadership and ingenuity shown by community volunteers, business owners, and city and county officials all working together to preserve the past, celebrate the present and anticipate the future.

Mayor Todd Purcell said the City was thrilled to receive this special award which recognizes all of the volunteers, elected officials and businesses who have been working together for years to benefit the City of Dripping Springs. “This just shows the good that can happen as a result of everyone working together,” Purcell said.