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Harrisonburg's Growth Surge At Ten Year Mark
Harrisonburg has grown from about 9,900 to 14,000 in a decade, adding 700 housing units and several new plants. The city expanded schools, streets, and urban renewal areas while shifting to an independent electric commission. A 20 year streets plan guides development as firms like Walker Manufacturing Imco Container and Victor Metals expand local operations.
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Risonburg
Public Works Department
Independent Electric Commission
Harrisonburg
Frank C. Switzer
Switzer
State Highway Department
Council
Planning Commission
High Street
Main Street
Walker Manufacturing Co
Imco Container Co
Victor Metals Co
Imco
Department of Parks and Recreation