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Located in south-central Kentucky, Wayne County lies in both the Mississippian plateau and the Eastern Kentucky coal fields. Beautiful Lake Cumberland forms much of the northern border of Wayne County, while Tennessee forms the southern border. Wayne County has a large labor supply and an expanding manufacturing economy. |
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A Message from the MayorOn behalf of the City of Monticello, welcome to the Monticello/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce web site. Our area is one of unsurpassed beauty: from historic Mill Springs (the largest over-shot water wheel in the world and still in operation) to magnificent Lake Cumberland (with more than 1200 miles of shore line) to the Dough-Boy monument in downtown Monticello, to the gently rolling hills of farmland. Monticello has often been called The Houseboat Capital of the World, with many manufacturers of fine houseboats calling this area their home. Whether you are a retiree considering making a move to a more simple lifestyle near excellent health-care facilities, a professional wishing to escape the hectic life of urban America, a company seeking to relocate in an area which boasts an excellent work-force and high work ethics with business-friendly laws, a visitor planning your next recreational vacation, or a current resident of this area, Monticello/Wayne County is an excellent place to visit, work and live. Kentucky hospitality, always a point of pride for the early settlers, continues to be a part of our culture today. Enjoy your virtual tour of our area and be assured that our friendly citizens and resourceful government will make your real visit to Monticello/Wayne County a memorable one. --Kenneth Catron, Mayor of the City of Monticello A Message from the Chamber of Commerce PresidentOn behalf of the Monticello/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Members, and the Board of Directors, welcome to our web site. We hope you find what you need here, but if not, you may call our office at (606) 348-3064. The office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. Or better yet, stop by our office located in downtown Monticello, 157 S. Main Street / City Hall. The Chamber was organized in 1968 with the stated mission to promote our area and the business community. Times have changed, but our mission remains the same. I urge each of you to come and experience the natural resources we have available. A week spent on Lake Cumberland, in a luxury houseboat, is truly a week spent in paradise. Wayne County is, after all, the Houseboat Capital of the World! Or perhaps you would prefer a week spent camping with the family, in one of our many campgrounds, or hiking the miles of trails that cross our majestic mountains! Whatever you choose to do, you will soon see why Wayne County is regarded as the most beautiful area in all of Kentucky! It’s here, waiting for you and your family to enjoy and explore. Let the citizens of Wayne County and Monticello show you the hospitality that we are famous for. Once again, thanks for stopping by. We look forward to having you and your family in Wayne County real soon! --Board of Directors, Monticello/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
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