Comstock's magazine 0919 - September 2019 | Page 74

FOLSOM
Welcome
Folsom is a vibrant city distinguished by its rich heritage, high quality of
life and natural amenities. Located at the base of the Sierra Nevada foothills
along the border of Sacramento County, Folsom is home to more than 79,000
residents. The city is consistently ranked among the nation’s top cities in terms
of safety and livability and regularly lands on best-place-to-raise-a-family-in-
California lists.
Folsom’s motto is “Distinctive by Nature” because it’s known for its natural
resources that provide a year-round playground for recreational enthusiasts on
land and water. Folsom Lake, Lake Natoma and the American River bound the
city, hosting kayakers and swimmers, among others, from around the region
and world for special events. The community cherishes the city’s network of
50-plus miles of paved trails that meander through open space, woodlands,
wildlife habitats, and along creeks and streams.
The Palladio and Folsom Premium Outlets provide numerous shopping and
dining options. The revitalized historic district offers great shopping, dining,
wine tasting and nightlife set amid architecture from the 1800s and beautiful
scenery. The highly rated Folsom Cordova Unified School District operates
15 schools in the city, including Folsom High School and Vista del Lago High
School, both recognized on the Best High Schools list by U.S. News & World
Report. Folsom Lake Community College — one of the fastest growing in the
country — features the Harris Center, a state-of-the-art venue hosting world-
class arts and entertainment.
Folsom has the highest concentration of software jobs in the greater
Sacramento region. We’re home to multinational and international companies
such as Intel, Gekkeikan, Toshiba, Voxpro and Kikkoman, as well as California
leaders such as VSPOne, California Independent System Operator and SAFE
Credit Union. The Highway 50 corridor, anchored by Folsom, has one of the
highest concentrations of private-sector jobs in the region.
Folsom offers the quality of life, natural amenities, infrastructure and
business climate that provides a competitive advantage to its thriving business
community. The City of Folsom and Greater Folsom Partnership invite you to
explore our family- and business-friendly city, and find your success here.
Sincerely,
Elaine Andersen
City Manager
City of Folsom
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Joe Gagliardi
President and CEO
Greater Folsom Partnership