Merv Griffin's dream will live on in La Quinta

Construction at housing development bearing entertainer's name will continue.

THE DESERT SUN - August 15, 2007
LA QUINTA - Merv Griffin has died, but his dream of an equine community will live on according to his plan.


The developers of Griffin Ranch, a venture consisting of MG Ranch Land, a real estate company founded by the late Merv Griffin, and Trans West Housing announced Tuesday that they intend to complete the community with full respect to Griffin's visions and specifications.
The master-planned equestrian community sits on 259 acres that originally was part of Griffin's personal estate.
Griffin's home, barns and thoroughbred training track are adjacent to the new ranch.
According to Trans West Housing President Barry McComic, the late entertainer and astute entrepreneur participated at every level in the planning of the community.
"Griffin Ranch was his idea, and we're fortunate that he was an active, creative participant throughout the planning process. He had a special, people-oriented style and a great sense of humor that engaged and amused the Griffin team. He was a true visionary, and he was an inspiration to all of us who worked with him." With complete build-out of Griffin Ranch planned... (For more information on this article Click Here.)

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