Rutherford Bound is a community vision. Rutherford Bound is a venture launched in 2018 by the Rutherford County Tourism Development Authority (RCTDA) and all of the county's municipal partners. Funds received from occupancy taxes paid by for short-term lodging accommodations within the county are being used by RCTDA to promote Rutherford County as a premier tourism destination. A great example of how the occupancy tax is being applied for marketing purposes is this free annual travel guide. These funds are also being used to help construct numerous tourism-related capital infrastructure projects in the county. The RCTDA and its partners have been working together to leverage occupancy tax dollars to help secure additional grant funding. The RCTDA also seeks partnerships with individuals, businesses, and industries interested in helping to strategically invest in critical infrastructure needs right here within Rutherford County. OUR GOALS > Create a premier travel destination. > Improve the quality of life for local citizens and make Rutherford County a welcoming destination for travelers. > Make Rutherford County more attractive to new families and workers of all skill levels. Since the beginning of Rutherford Bound in 2018 as a Tourism Infrastructure Master Plan, we have completed: * Phase one of Chimney Rock Village Streetscape improvements * An all-new Boardwalk and Town Center Walkway in the Town of Lake Lure * Morse Park Overlook in the Town of Lake Lure * Kiwanis Park in Rutherfordton * Phase one of The Factory in Rutherfordton (and broke ground on phase two) * Phase one of the Downtown Spindale Streetscape improvements * Buffalo Creek Park trailhead improvements 2023 PROJECT GOALS INCLUDE: * Two all new Broad River Paddle Trail Access Points along Highway 221 and Highway 221-A * Spindale's new Skate Park & Pump Track adjacent to the Thermal Belt Rail Trail * Colfax Cotton Gin Park in the Town of Ellenboro * A state-of-the-art Soccer Complex * Enhancements to Rutherford County's growing Regional Trail System * Phase one Norris Recreation Complex and Disc Golf Course in Rutherfordton * Forest City's Park Square Depot - Home of Rutherford County Farmers Market 38 RUTHERFORD COUNTY TOURISM OFFICIAL TRAVEL GUIDE To donate, find project details and updates, read the master plan, and more, visit www.RutherfordBound.com SPINDALE SKATE PARK & PUMP TRACK COLFAX COTTON GIN PARKhttp://www.RutherfordBound.com