irvinehomeowner
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I meant to post this earlier because this was in the back of that magazine they sent touting their 2010 Collection.
They have an online version of that page here:
http://trendmag2.trendoffset.com/display_article.php?id=263431
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They have an online version of that page here:
http://trendmag2.trendoffset.com/display_article.php?id=263431
Here is the text:
There was a similar list like this that was discussed "hotly" on the IHB and I thought this would be something to talk about again.10 Reasons to Love Irvine
1. Award-Winning Schools
Irvine schools are among the best in the nation. Seven IUSD schools were recently named California Distinguished Schools, the state's highest level of recognition for public schools. Irvine high schools also consistently rank in the top 10 in Orange County for producing the highest SAT scores.
2. Home to a Top-Ranked University
University of California, Irvine (UCI) was established in 1965. Over the past four decades UCI has become one of the most soughtafter universities for promising students and distinguished faculty. U.S. News & World Report's 2010 America's Best Colleges ranked UCI the 46th best university in the United States.
3. Irvine Has Superior Neighborhoods
"The villages create a sense of local identity," said Mike LeBlanc, senior vice president of entitlement at the Irvine Company. "They create a sense of pride and stewardship, and they are walkable."
4. Irvine Residents Can Work Where They Live
University Research Park?, Irvine Business Center and Irvine Spectrum? are major centers of job growth and revenue. Dozens of major corporations, including four Fortune 100 companies, call Irvine home.
5. Safest City
Irvine has been recognized by the Federal Bureau of Investigation as the nation's safest city of its size for an unprecedented fifth consecutive year.
6. An Abundance of Parks and Open Space
"The City of Irvine has more parks and open space per person than any other city in Orange County," said City Mayor Manager Sean Joyce.
7. Irvine Is a Master- Planned Community
The long-term vision behind the planning of the City of Irvine creates a quality of life designed to satisfy for generations to come.
The master plan ensures that everything is carefully thought out so that the architecture, educational system, retail opportunities, streets and landscape are exceptional and the overall look and feel of Irvine is impeccable.
8. Ideal Location
Irvine allows residents to live in their dream home often within walking distance of everyday amenities and services, including parks, schools, shopping, dining and entertainment. The premier location also offers work opportunities minutes from home and the ability to spend weekends at the beach or the mountains.
9. Sense of Community
The City of Irvine provides many opportunity for residents to gather together.
Whether it's a gallery opening at the Fine Arts Museum, a concert in the park or a seminar on recycling, Irvine strives to deliver the best recreational, educational and entertainment options for its residents.
10. Homes Designed for You
Extensive consumer research is the foundation for The 2010 New Home Collection, which offers innovative, unique and functional floorplans.