Bolivar, Tennessee

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The 1990?s have seen an increase in population from 5,969 in ?90 to at 6,200 in 2000. Unemployment has remained high as the city and county have struggled to attract new business and industry to the area. The city now encompasses 670 square miles with an annual budget of 9 million plus dollars. Western State continues to be the largest payroll in the county with the schools following. A beautiful new municipal center has been built containing city offices, a gym, and a senior citizens center. This is located on the site of the old school. The library has expanded its facilities and has one of the highest rates of circulation in West Tennessee. The city now has twenty-one police officers, nine firemen, and a full group of support personnel. A world class softball facility has been added which hosted a state tournament. Highway 64 has expanded to four lanes to Bolivar, which places Memphis only an hour?s drive away. There is continued discussion about a by-pass around Bolivar and at this time no decision has been made.

The city and county continue to promote the area for industry and tourism. At this writing several historic building in downtown are being restored and many historic homes are being refurbished. With its rich past and great potential for the future Bolivar just as its name sake, Simon Bolivar, will not only survive but will move forward with great promise.

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