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New HVAC franchise introduces itself to Cedar Hill council, emphasizes local jobs and youth opportunities
Summary
Marquis Johnson told the council he and a business partner are opening an HVAC franchise focused on hiring locally and offering summer opportunities for Cedar Hill ISD youth; he asked to partner with the Cedar Hill Chamber.
At the citizen forum, Marquis Johnson introduced a new HVAC franchise that will primarily target Cedar Hill and nearby cities. Johnson said he and a partner bought into a franchise after careers in corporate jobs and emphasized a focus on local hiring and job-skills opportunities for young people.
"Service is our biggest thing," Johnson said, adding that the company hopes to work with Cedar Hill ISD and the Chamber to create summer opportunities for students and entry-level positions. Mayor Mason and the council encouraged Johnson to connect with Vanessa Alonzo at the Chamber for partnership opportunities.
The presentation was informational; no formal council action was taken. Johnson provided contact information and asked the Chamber about membership and collaboration.
