CitiesGoGreen - October 2008 - (Page 20) Local Government in Action — PROFILE — A Clean, Green Way of Life Fayetteville Facts: Fayetteville, Arkansas N estled in the Ozarks, Fayetteville, is the third most populous city in the state. It has consistently been ranked among the top 10 American cities to live and work in by publications such as Forbes, Money Magazine, Kiplinger’s and others. With its colorful Farmer’s Market and charming downtown square, the words “livability” and “quality of life” often spring from people’s lips when they describe living in Fayetteville, and America in Bloom has recognized the city’s heritage preservation efforts, aesthetic Located in the Ozark foothills of Arkansas. Part of the FayettevilleSpringdale-Rogers Metropolitan Area. Incorporated: 1870 Population: 68,331 Size: 43 square miles Points of Interest: University of Arkansas, Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Clinton House Museum (first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton) Fayetteville has emerged as a sustainability leader, winning national and international awards and inspiring other cities through its efforts. Mayor Dan Coody and Fayetteville’s Sustainability Coordinator John Coleman tell us about their city. beauty, environmental awareness and community involvement by naming it a National Champion for three out of the past six years. Fayetteville has also recently stepped into the national spotlight as the recipient of a number of prestigious awards by Lia Ayley 20 October 2008 http://citiesgogreen.com/issues/october-2008/current-feature/fayetteville-arkansas http://citiesgogreen.com
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