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Forsyth County forsythco.com (770) 781-2101 County Population:187,928 County Seat: Cumming Median Household Income: $88,262 Median Home Price: $274,200 Square Miles: 224.12 Millage Rate: 4.812 Municipalities: Cumming Located in a prime area in metro Atlanta, Forsyth County is a very fast growing region that mainly appeals to people who commute to Atlanta. Forsyth County is considered a very wealthy county with a high average household income. For leisure, the county offers Lake Lanier and multiple parks. Many schools and recreational activities make the county a nice place to raise a family. Cumming • cityofcumming.net (770) 781-2010 • Pop. 5,532 Cumming is rich in Native American lore, and most of its eastern border lies on the shores of Lake Lanier, which offers a habitat to the endangered Southern bald eagle and peregrine falcon. Estimated median household income in 2011 was $34,572. Cumming encompasses 5.89 square miles. Booming residential development has been accommodated without harming its many natural resources and attractions. The Cumming Fairgrounds provide many events for Cumming’s residents, including the annual county fair, the IPRA World Championship Rodeo, a weekly farmer’s market, an Indian festival, an annual steam and gas engine expo, yard sales, and a July 4th celebration. The Cumming Fairgrounds also host events such as Relay for Life, Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Show, business picnics, Laps for Life, and the Taste of Forsyth. Power Georgia Power (888) 660-5890 georgiapower.com Sawnee EMC (770) 887-2363 sawnee.com Gas Atlanta Gas Light (877) 427-4321 atlantagaslight.com Gas South (877) 472-4932 gas-south.com True Natural Gas (877) 746-4362 truenaturalgas.com Water and Sewer Cobb County Water System (770) 781-2010 cummingutilities.com Forsyth Co. Water & Sewer (770) 781-2160 forsythco.com Cable AT&T (888) 695-3398 uverseonline.att.net Comcast (866) 942-1341 comcast.com Telephone AT&T (877) 736-0890 Leaders and achievers are attracted to Johns Creek’s atmosphere of success and community spirit. Successful companies from international technology leaders to innovative startups are attracted to the community’s pioneering approach. • Nationally-ranked schools • Premier municipal services • Over 300 acres of parks and recreation with more on the way • SafeWise’s #2 Safest City in GA 2016 • Niche.com’s #4 Best Suburb to Live in GA 2016 • Golf, tennis, and swim communities • Annual arts and cultural events that draw thousands • Home of outstanding golf clubs such as the Atlanta Athletic Club and many others TUNE IN SATURDAYS at 1 p.m. CommunityProfiles Radio Show Lou Wieland interviews local community leaders and experts about living in Atlanta. Some people aren’t satisfied with standard fare. They want more and are willing to work for it. Johns Creek is the exception to the everyday. www.JohnsCreekGA.gov 34 CommunityProfiles >> 2016/2017
Fulton County fultoncountyga.gov (404) 730-4000 Strategically located at the heart of metro Atlanta, Fulton County is the state’s largest county and its most popular and populous. The city of Atlanta, the county seat and state capital, has undergone unprecedented growth for the last quarter century, contributing to its rise as the economic, legal, and communications center of Georgia and the Southeast. Living in Fulton County offers the best of arts and culture, sports and entertainment, shopping and dining. Fulton County, created from Dekalb County in 1853, spread out in its strange, elongated shape by absorbing the cities of Milton (to the north) and Campbell (to the south) during the Great Depression. It is named for Robert Fulton, inventor of the steam-driven boat. Atlanta had flourished as the terminal point on an early railroad; fittingly, residents initially called the city Terminus. Later, residents changed the city’s name to Marthasville as a compliment to Governor Wilson Lumpkin’s daughter. North Fulton County provides high-quality living experiences with a more suburban feel, with a wide range of single and multifamily residence options. Recreation choices are abundant, with hundreds of acres of parks and green space. The area maintains world-class golf courses and tennis facilities. Alpharetta • alpharetta.ga.us (678) 297-6000 • Pop. 62,000 Alpharetta is a city in north Fulton County and is considered one of the more affluent communities in the Atlanta area. According to the 2012 census, Alpharetta covers an area of 23 square miles. The city was recognized by Forbes Magazine as the 2009 best city to relocate to and one of the 2013 top 10 friendliest towns. Its historic town square features antique, gift, and flower shops as well as numerous restaurants. Alpharetta’s North Point Mall has over 1.3 million square feet of retail, dining, and entertainment experiences. The Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre offers residents of Alpharetta and its surrounding communities entertainment of all sorts. The amphitheatre has been awarded best new major concert venue and the best major outdoor concert venue. The new Avalon development is an 86- acre development with more than 500,000 square feet of retail, a 12-screen all premium theater, a full-service hotel coming Class A office, single-family residences and luxury rental homes. College Park • collegeparkga.com (404) 767-1537 • Pop.20,000 College Park is known as one of the “sister suburbs” along with East Point and is approximately 9 square miles. The area has been referred to as “one of the best places to call home” and has one of the largest urban historic districts in Georgia. Many colleges and universities are in the area, as well as the largest independent school in the nation: Woodward Academy. The city’s proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport makes it popular with those connected to the expanding aviation complex, as well as with Atlanta commuters who prefer a small hometown feel with easy access to big-city amenities. Originally known as Manchester and incorporated in 1895, College Park is also home to Cox College and more than 850 properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town’s avenues and streets take their names from Ivy League colleges and influential College Park residents. Notable onetime College Park residents include rapper Ludacris, Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Cam Newton, and Atlanta Hawks’ ballplayer Josh Smith. East Point • eastpointcity.org (404) 765-1014 • Pop. 35,000 East Point is known as one of the “sister suburbs” along with College Park. East Point is approximately 13.8 square miles. The city has experienced a great revival in the past few years and is now populated with new residences and businesses. Many homes from World War II have been refurbished, and they provide an historic atmosphere for the area. Camp Creek Marketplace was recently built on the western side of the city, and it offers great shopping opportunities. The Fulton County School System has its headquarters in East Point, and the school system operates all of the public schools in the area. Chartered in 1890, East Point grew rapidly in its early years, its proximity to the railroad and industry buoying its development. Today, the area continues to grow. The Federal Bureau of Prisons Southeast Region CommunityProfiles >> 2016/2017 County Population: 977,773 County Seat: Atlanta Median Household Income: $57,582 Median Home Price: $250,300 Square Miles: 526.64 Millage Rate: 10.281 Municipalities: Alpharetta, Atlanta, College Park, East Point, Fairburn, Hapeville Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Palmetto, Roswell, Sandy Springs and Union City Office headquarters is in East Point. East Point has the only velodrome in the world that has a green space and a creek running through the infield. Football players Reggie Rutland and Jonas Jennings have also called East Point home. Fairburn • fairburn.com (770) 964-2244 • Pop. 14,000 Fairburn’s slogan, “History Lives Here,” is evident in the historic downtown area. With many buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, Fairburn has a rich culture enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. Fairburn covers 7.3 square miles. The downtown Commercial District, which has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places, offers various commercial buildings and two historic train depots. The center of the community provides original shopping, entertainment, and dining surrounded by housing and business opportunities. Fairburn continues to grow exponentially while retaining its small-town atmosphere. The annual Fairburn Festival, the Georgia Renaissance Festival, and the Southside Theatre attract many residents and visitors to Fairburn. This county offers both the benefits of being in the country and a fast-paced city life. Hapeville • hapeville.org 404-669-2120 • Pop. 6,500 Hapeville is located six miles south of Atlanta and is adjacent to Hartsfield- Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It is headquarters for Delta Airlines and Korean Air Cargo, and Porsche will locate its $100-million U.S. headquarters there in 2014. The city is also home to the original Chickfil-A Dwarf House and many hotels serving business travelers. Hapeville offers many attractions, including the new Academy Theatre. Residential neighborhoods feature a wide variety of homes, from bungalows to Chicagostyle townhouses to lofts and condominiums. Business will benefit from their commercial Opportunity Zone offering the maximum tax advantages allowable by the state. The city government is focused on planning and has experienced significant revitalization. Hapeville is a designated Main Street City and has an historic downtown including a Historical Society Depot Museum, the Historic Christ Church and Carriage House, the Hoyt Smith Conference Center, and many downtown storefronts. The city features a downtown park and a unique public arts program, including murals and a flurry of painted butterflies. Hapeville’s Development Authority develops and promotes trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities. Johns Creek • johnscreekga.gov (678) 512-3200 • Pop. 82,000 Johns Creek occupies 32.5 square miles and employs 200 people. Sixtyfour percent of the adults have a college degree or better, and the median household income in Johns Creek exceeds $150,000. It is the tenth largest city in Georgia. The city was originally a “sacred place” for tribal meetings between the rival Cherokee and Creek tribes. State-of-the-art public schools are located in Johns Creek, and some of them have won awards such as the National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence that was awarded to Chattahoochee High School. The Ciba Vision world headquarters, State Farm Insurance regional headquarters, and Macy’s Technology Systems and Saia, Inc. national headquarters are all located in Johns Creek. The Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center offers 46 acres of Georgia woodlands in addition to the beautiful three city parks in the area. Johns Creek is bordered by the Chattahoochee River, which provides recreational opportunities such as canoeing, kayaking, and trout fishing. The Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra is a major cultural attraction, as well as the Johns Creek Arts Center. Milton • cityofmiltonga.us (678) 242-2500 • Pop. 35,000 The city of Milton became incorporated in 2006 and adopted Fulton County ordinances. The city covers over 23,000 acres. The city’s vision statement is to maintain a distinctive community embracing small-town life and heritage while preserving and enhancing a rural character. The average household 35
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