REHOBETH, Ala. (WDNews) — Rehobeth is one of 12 Alabama communities selected for the 2027 class of the Alabama League of Municipalities Economic Development Academy, according to a town news release.
The academy helps local leaders understand economic development and prepare their communities for growth. The League created the program in 2021 in partnership with the Alabama Community College System.
Rehobeth’s team will include Mayor Kimberly Trotter, Council Members Lisa Jones and Jason Shiver, Town Clerk Tammy Watson, and community members Misty Tyson and Hayden Camp.
“Rehobeth is growing, and we want that growth to be intentional,” Trotter said. “Our schools and our neighborhoods are bringing new families here every year. This academy gives our team the tools to bring the businesses, jobs and services those families need closer to home. We are honored to be selected, and we are grateful to the League and the Alabama Community College System for this opportunity.”
According to the town, Rehobeth has completed its Comprehensive Master Plan and has sewer infrastructure in place to support current growth. Town officials say those steps position Rehobeth to attract and retain businesses and industry.
The League announced the class Oct. 20 during its annual graduation and awards ceremonies at the Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center.
Other communities selected are Argo, Chickasaw, Eutaw, Fayette, Fort Deposit, Jasper, Mobile, Opp, Pinson, Selma and Tarrant.
Greg Cochran, executive director of the Alabama League of Municipalities, said the program has helped 49 communities recruit and retain businesses and industry over the past five years.
