Ridgeland, Miss. (July 10, 2024) –Today, Sally Garland, Mayor of Crystal Springs, Mississippi, honored Central Mississippi Realtors® (CMR) for the vital role they have played in Central Mississippi communities since their founding in 1924. For over 100 years, CMR has been the resilient driving force behind the real estate industry in Central Mississippi by promoting ethical and professional real estate practices, championing homeownership, and defending private property rights for all.

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(Pictured, left to right: Stuart Tirey, CMR Government Affairs Director; Sally Garland, Mayor; Peter L. Mosca, CMR CEO.)

PROCLAMATION CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI REALTORS®

WHEREAS, Central Mississippi REALTORS® (CMR) was founded in 1924 and has been a vital part of the Central Mississippi community for 100 years, serving as the voice for real estate and promoting ethical and professional real estate practices; and

WHEREAS, CMR represents over 2,100 REALTOR® members across 10 counties, including Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Yazoo, Holmes, Attala, Leake, Scott, Copiah, and Simpson, and has consistently upheld the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and community engagement; and

WHEREAS, CMR has significantly contributed to the regional economy by supporting homeownership, private property rights, and real estate development, thus fostering economic growth and stability in Central Mississippi; and

WHEREAS, over the past century, CMR has been dedicated to educating and empowering its members, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to serve the community effectively and ethically; and

WHEREAS, CMR has continuously engaged in community service projects, demonstrating its commitment to giving back to the community and supporting those in need; and

WHEREAS, CMR’s celebration of its 100th anniversary is not only a reflection of its rich history and achievements but also a reaffirmation of its ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation, and community service for the future; and

WHEREAS, the CMR’s centennial celebrations will include various events and initiatives, such as an Anniversary Gala, educational workshops and community engagement projects, aimed at honoring the past and inspiring future growth and collaboration within the real estate community; and

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the City of Crystal Springs, do hereby recognize and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Central Mississippi REALTORS® and commend its century-long dedication to promoting, defending, and strengthening homeownership, private property rights, and real estate professionalism in Central Mississippi.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to CMR, its members and its leadership, and encourage all citizens to join us in recognizing the significant impact CMR has had on our community, our economy, and our lives.

Given under my hand and seal of the City of Crystal Springs, Mississippi, the 10th day of July 2024

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Central Mississippi Realtors® (CMR) is a 501c6 non-profit trade association chartered in 1924 by the National Association of Realtors®. CMR represents over 2,100 Realtor® members and serves ten counties of central Mississippi: Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Yazoo, Holmes, Attala, Leake, Scott, Copiah, and Simpson.