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Community
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Nestled in the foothills of
the Rocky Mountains, Loveland has small town charm with easy
access to just about everything! There is a thriving artist
community, Rocky Mountain National Park and Denver are just
a short drive away in either direction.
Education - The
Thompson School District is one of the best in the
state. Average ACT scores are above the state average. For
higher education, Loveland is in close proximity to Fort
Collins (home of
Colorado State University), Boulder (University
of Colorado) and Greeley (University
of Northern Colorado).
Community Facts - Population: (as of
2001): 50,608. Elevation: tk ft. Climate: Nearly 300 days of
sunshine per year and 14 inches of precipitation. Geography:
45 miles from Denver, 22 miles from Ft. Collins, 20 miles
from Greeley. Churches: There are over 60 churches serving
every denomination. Median family income: $54,337.
Recreation - The city park system is
extensive in Loveland. There are 25 city parks, plus 2
mountain parks nearby. If golf is your thing, the northern
Colorado region has experienced a golf boom in recent years
and there are literally dozens of courses within an hours
drive and three city owned golf courses in Loveland itself
offer great challenges and great value. Tennis buffs,
baseball players, and basketball players are also well
represented in Loveland and will have no trouble finding a
place to rally, swing in a batter’s cage, or shoot hoops.
City of Loveland Parks and Recreation Department
Loveland isn’t known as
“The Gateway to the Rockies” for nothing. Skiers are no more
than 3 hours away from world class slopes; hikers and
campers have hundreds of miles of trails to choose from in
Rocky Mountain national park (30 minutes away); anglers can
cast their lies in countless, pristine mountain streams and
nearby lakes.
Health Care -
McKee Medical Center is the local hospital.
Employment - Major employers include
Hewlett-Packard, Thompson School District, McKee Medical
Center, and Wal-Mart.
City
of Loveland
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