We are a growing city of 16,000+ residents. With a 6,000-acre lake, vibrant parks, wide array of visual and performing arts, numerous festivals, and plentiful healthcare options, quality of life is thriving. We carry a tradition of academic excellence with a variety of educational resources which include an international preparatory academy, and a technical college for lifelong learning. Quality employers, a diverse workforce, great entrepreneurship atmosphere and growing retail marketplace all combine to make it an excellent place for business, too.
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The designation comes from SafeWise, an online safety resource that helps individuals, families and communities make informed decisions.
SafeWise analyzes various statistics including violet crime, sex offenders, child abuse, school quality, state legislation and walkability.