What makes a small town worth staying in for decades? According to John Payne, president of Sanger's Type B board, it's intentional planning that balances inevitable growth with preserving community spirit. Since arriving in 1997, Payne has witnessed Sanger transform while maintaining its small-town heart—a delicate balance achieved through strategic economic development. The Type B board, established in 1998, has been instrumental in shaping Sanger's evolution by directing sales tax revenue...