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COMMUNITY --- WHERE WE LIVE CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS Farmington Hills is a dynamic community that consistently receives high approval ratings from its residents and businesses. Our cooperative City government and knowledgeable employees make it easy to establish a business in Farmington Hills. Our great schools make it a good place to raise your family, and our central location and quick access to highways make the City of Farmington Hills a convenient place to live and work. The City has more than 6,000 businesses, from large international corporations to mid-sized entrepreneurial startups to cozy new restaurants. Our AAA bond rating, multifaceted resources and supportive City staff have prompted many corporations to build their North American headquarters here. Farmington Hills is an internationally known center of research and development for the automotive, electronics and software business sectors. Our biggest employer, Beaumont Hospital- Farmington Hills (formerly Botsford Hospital), has shown its commitment to the City by undertaking a $160 million expansion project that will create new space and renovate existing space to enhance the hospital’s ability to provide coordinated, personal and compassionate care. The plan includes an expansion of the Emergency and Trauma Center, construction of a new critical care unit and the addition of a five-story, 80-bed tower. Farmington Hills is known as a welcoming community — we embraced tolerance and inclusion long ago and our diverse population reflects that. Housing options in Farmington Hills suit every lifestyle and income level, with beautiful tree-lined streets, active homeowners associations, and friendly, welcoming neighborhoods. Our City currently has 118 Neighborhood Watch programs where people look out for one another and stay up on what’s happening in and around the City. Farmington Hills consistently ranks as one of the safest cities in Michigan and the nation. Our award-winning police officers and fire fighters are rated among the finest in the country due to exceptionally high standards of training that reinforce solid core skills. New training programs have focused on diversity, mental health and the needs of seniors. We’re proud that crimes in the 20 most serious categories are at the lowest level in more than 24 years. We’re also proud to be known as a pretty fun place to hang out! Farmington Hills features more than 600 acres of public parkland and exceptional cultural and recreational programs for all ages. An ice arena, a 175-acre golf course, a nature center, the Midwest’s best skate park, a splash pad, a fishing pier, summer camps, concert series, art and theater classes, plus an innovative After School Program for middle schoolers all attract young, active families who want to live here. Strong partnerships and support from community businesses add to the City’s ability to offer innovative programming and popular annual events. Come and see for yourself why Farmington Hills is such a welcoming community with lots to offer for businesses and families alike. Welcome to Farmington Hills! FAST FACTS ❯ AAA bond rating from Standard and Poor’s ❯ More than 6,000 businesses ❯ Located at the crossroads of I-696 and I-275 ❯ One of the Safest Cities in Michigan and the Nation For more information, call 248-871-2500 or visit fhgov.com. 86 OAKLANDCOUNTYPROSPER.COM 2016
COMMUNITY --- WHERE WE LIVE CITY OF FARMINGTON & DOWNTOWN FARMINGTON LIVE HERE Voted one of Money magazine’s 50 Best Places to Live, Farmington offers a diverse mix of housing styles in wellmaintained neighborhoods that encircle its inviting, vibrant downtown. The City’s newest residential development, River Walk of Farmington, boasts 33 new homes in the Flanders subdivision. Farmington promotes a culture of lifelong learning, with an outstanding public school system, a public library and nearby higher education facilities. For outdoor lovers, the city’s six public parks provide places to play and relax. VISIT HERE A thriving business district and pedestrian-friendly streetscapes will greet you when you arrive in town. More than 160 downtown businesses, including fabulous restaurants, one-of-a-kind retailers and skilled service providers, coalesce in one convenient location. Downtown Farmington’s annual event lineup adds to the quality of life we enjoy. Take a day to experience: ❯ Art on the Grand in June ❯ The Founders Festival in July ❯ September’s Harvest Moon Celebration ❯ Concerts, farmers market and more DO BUSINESS HERE Farmington features easy access to I-96, I-696, I-275 and M-5. Grand River Avenue at Farmington Road marks the city’s major intersection. Farmington attracts quality businesses with a strong focus on maintaining a sense of place through various initiatives, including downtown façade and sign improvement programs and design assistance. The appeal of the downtown as a business location is enhanced by targeted projects and programs that are intended to stimulate business activity, including: ❯ Our award-winning Main Street program ❯ Comprehensive maintenance and holiday decorations ❯ Marketing initiatives ❯ Making connections to resources that help businesses grow FAST FACTS FIND US @ Farmington City Hall 23600 Liberty St. Farmington, MI 48335 City of Farmington www.farmgov.com / 248-474-5500 Farmington Downtown Development Authority www.DowntownFarmington.org / 248-473-7276 ADVANTAGEOAKLAND.COM 2016 87
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