COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT—INVESTING IN LEVY COUNTY

Tarmac is an international corporation which has had a Florida presence for over 25 years. We employ nearly 1,000 people statewide in our quarry, concrete-block, ready-mix concrete, sand and transportation facilities across the state. Tarmac takes pride in its civic and community partnerships throughout the state, and has already forged strong relationships in Levy County since locating to the area in 2007.

In 2008, Tarmac opened an office in Inglis at #24 Highway 40 East to allow area residents the opportunity to interact directly with company officials. Here at this office, the public can get updates on the King Road Mine, as well as information on opportunities the mine will bring to the community. The office is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 1-352-447-2074.


EDUCATION AND YOUTH PROGRAMS—A WORTHWHILE INVESTMENT

Programs which support education and area youth are of primary importance to Tarmac, which has invested thousands of dollars in scholarships, grants and direct contributions over the past two years. Significant programs Tarmac supports include:

• Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches – Caruth Camp
  Tarmac has pledged to sponsor the Florida Futures program, providing a $16,000 grant to give kids aging out of the foster care system intensive life skills and vocation skills training.


• Levy County Schools Foundation
  Tarmac helped fund the Superintendent’s Gala, financed the annual report publication, and provided scholarships to students.


• Suwannee River Youth Livestock Show and Auction
  Tarmac was a major contributor in 2008 and 2009, donating more than $16,000 total to help purchase shares in nearly 30 animals, including grand champions in both years.


• Tarmac America Science Scholarships
  In 2008 and 2009, Tarmac awarded scholarships to graduating seniors in each of Levy County’s four high schools for students who have excelled in science and math.


• Yankeetown School
  Tarmac sponsored the annual school trip to the Florida Keys in 2008 and 2009, donating more than $2,000 each year.

Tarmac has also financially supported these programs which assist area youth:

• Bronson High School Football Program
• Chiefland High School Football Program
• Crystal River High School Football Program
• Early Learning Coalition of the Nature Coast
• Inglis City Park
• March of Dimes
• South Levy Little League
• Williston High School Football Program

CIVIC PARTNERSHIPS—A PRESENCE IN THE COMMUNITY

Tarmac recognizes that business leaders must also be civic leaders, participating actively in the organizations which help build a stronger community. To that end, Tarmac has financially supported many community organizations and events including:

• Chiefland Chamber of Commerce
• Chiefland Rotary Fishing Tournament
• Chiefland Watermelon Festival
• Gilley-Long-Osteen VFW Post 8698 Fishing Tournament
• Humane Society of Levy County
• Inglis/Yankeetown Lion’s Club – Yankeetown Seafood Festival
• Levy Association for Retarded Citizens
• Levy County Fair
• Relay for Life
• Tri-County Pregnancy Center – Clay Pigeon Tournament
• Wild Hog Kayak and Canoe Race
• Williston Chamber of Commerce
• Williston Jr. Woman’s Club – Festival of Lights
• Williston Peanut Festival
• Withlacoochee Gulf Area Chamber of Commerce

We are also actively involved in:

      Levy County Schools Foundation – Member of Board of Directors

      Chiefland Chamber of Commerce

      Williston Chamber of Commerce

Last year Tarmac provided a donation to the Inglis City Park, donating a truckload of concrete block, mortar and stucco for the construction of the park. The company was also a major sponsor of the Levy County Fair in 2008, with a commitment to continue that support when the fair returns in April 2010.