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City of Folsom

FOLSOM : MORE TIME FOR FAMILY , BUSINESS , LIFE

There ’ s excitement in the City of

Folsom . Recent and planned developments , practical collaborations , and strategic initiatives are positioning this historic community for future success . Folsom , currently home to tech leaders like Intel and PowerSchool , is sought after by businesses looking to relocate into an area with high quality of life reflected in new housing , great schools and a talented employee base .
“ We work closely with GSEC to spotlight this community and its appeal for relocating businesses ,” says Joe Gagliardi , President of the Greater Folsom Partnership . “ The 3,500 acres south of Highway 50 we annexed is a perfect balance for Folsom , including 1,000 acres of open space as well as greatly beneficial development . Dignity Health recently announced their purchase of property to build a hospital and medical facility there , and home sales have been incredible .”
The Greater Folsom Partnership is comprised of the Folsom Chamber of Commerce , Folsom Tourism Bureau and the Folsom Economic Development Corporation . “ Part of our economic strategy is to grow our own businesses ,” says Gagliardi , “ so we ’ re transforming a former elementary school into an entrepreneur center for startup businesses . It will act as an accelerator program so they can take their businesses to the next level .”
Folsom is also at the heart of the new American River Economic Alliance , a collaboration with Rancho Cordova and western El Dorado County to further economic development and tourism of the American River Region , an area from Rancho Cordova up through Placerville . This corridor has the greater Sacramento region ’ s largest concentration of private employment , and offers so much more , from dozens of wineries and 3,000 hotel rooms to two of California ’ s best recreational lakes and 50 miles of trails , that all communities involved will greatly benefit .
“ By putting all the components in place , we ’ re forging a path to a bright future for Folsom ,” concludes Gagliardi .

Folsom represents an
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outstanding place to thrive personally and professionally . We ’ re working to preserve its rich history and to ensure it continues to grow thoughtfully into the future .
— ELAINE ANDERSEN
CITY MANAGER | CITY OF FOLSOM

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