Through
the years, Santa Rosa City has visibly developed and became modernized. Since
1792 until 2012, Santa Rosa has always tried to grow and prosper as a city.
Economy-wise it has flourished quite steadily. Then and now, we can see some
similarities and differences in the city’s economy.
One
similarity is that from 1792 until 2012, the city has proved itself to be “The
Lion City of the South” due to its fast economic growth. From being a 4th class economy,
the city grew to be a first class economy within a span of six years. In 1792,
the city has already been prosperous with regards to its economy. In 2012, the
city is continuing to be one of the fastest growing cities in the south.
One
difference is Santa Rosa’s sources of local economy in 1792 and in 2012. In
1792, the economy largely depended on agriculture, fishing, livestock and
backyard industries. Today, the city’s economy is dependent on automobile
manufacturing companies, food manufacturing industries, banking, commerce, and
shopping centers.
Even
through these similarities and differences in the city’s economy, we couldn’t deny
that Santa Rosa City is indeed a very fast-growing “Lion City” in the south of
Laguna.
