With a 23 percent growth rate last year, it’s not surprising that Lincoln was recently designated one of the fastest growing cities in California. Currently, over 33,000 people call Lincoln home, but the population increases nearly every day. By 2010, the projected population will be nearly 60,000 residents.

New housing opportunities and a high quality of life make Lincoln a desirable place to live. Available and affordable land, a quality workforce, and receptive government make it a desirable place to do business.

The entire region surrounding Lincoln is proving to be a magnet to major corporations. They are locating because of:

• Quality of life
• Affordable housing
• Seismic stability
• An efficient transportation system
• State of the art infrastructure systems
• Recreation opportunities
• Outstanding regional educational institutions
• Abundant educated labor market
• Low cost of doing business

Lincoln is poised for growth. Its proximity to urban centers as well as abundant and affordable land is a plus, but the city also offers a pro-business climate that supports and stimulates business development. Government officials work closely with business and industry to make things happen.You’ll find reasonable permit fees and timetables, plus incentives like a Redevelopment Agency and Foreign Trade Zone.

As important as the business climate is the quality of life you’ll find in Lincoln. Gone are endless commutes and faceless neighbors. Lincoln’s friendly, small town lifestyle fosters a sense of place long since lost in more urban areas. People find the time to become involved in their community and still enjoy recreational and cultural offerings found in and around Lincoln.