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 74 comstocksmag.com | September 201 9 Joe Gagliardi President and CEO Greater Folsom Partnership