Mayor Derrick Wood Hosts Community Event

On Thursday, October 26th, Mayor Derrick Wood hosted the “Your Business, Your Voice” community Business Roundtable in Dumfries. This event provided local businesses and organizations with a platform to express their concerns, needs, and showcase their contributions to the community.

Mayor Wood speaks with local business owner

The key focus areas of this roundtable were:

  • Collaborative Problem-Solving
  • Town Updates and Highlights
  • Networking
  • Business Growth and Support

A standout outcome of this gathering was the unanimous call for improved communication, visibility, and mutual support among Dumfries businesses.

Mayor Derrick Wood and the Council are fully dedicated to fostering the growth of Dumfries through similar relationship-building initiatives. Despite its modest size, with a circumference of just under 2 miles, Dumfries holds expansive aspirations for its future.

Mayor Derrick Wood with PW Perspective Business Manager/Writer, Liletta Harlem

As this resilient community continues to evolve, stay updated on all the exciting news and developments by following the Town of Dumfries, VA.

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