"The Lion City of the South"

                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 4^th 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.