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CommunityThe City ofAnn Arbor and the University of Michigan are collaborating to bring Google’s Fiber for Communities to Ann Arbor.Washtenaw County is defined by diversity. Located in southeast Michigan, the county encompasses 27 cities, villages and townships, so settings range from urban to rural, and small town to suburban. Regional business, community and educational leaders have joined together in the development and execution of a multi-year community success plan. Diversity is reflected in the educational,recreational, and business opportunities as well. The population of the county is 325,000 and the two largest cities are home to two universities - the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. These schools bring a vitality to the region in every aspect of life. Cultural Ambassador Program The Cultural Ambassador Program, media campaign, and interactive event series will help enhance and promote a culture in our community that welcomes and embraces talent and ideas from all parts of the world, and helps create a climate for innovation and global competitiveness. To support these initiatives, Cultural Ambassadors will be appointed. To assist in developing and executing various initiatives, each Cultural Ambassador will recruit a team of 5-10 people that have direct experience with the region. Cultural Ambassador Wiki Ann Arbor Region Whether it's the kid-friendly atmosphere,the "walk-ability" of the downtown and campus area, the vast selection of coffee shops and restaurants, the natural beauty of an urban setting coupled with parks and trees, or the diverse population drawn by the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is the best place to live. more >  Chelsea Area Chelsea is one of the "biggest" small towns in Michigan. The options for residents are endless. Whether you enjoy hiking, fine dining, or the theater, Chelsea has world-class facilities in a small town Main Street setting. more > Dexter Area Heading west out of Ann Arbor, the scenery starts to change. Trees, parks,lakes and softball fields replace the trendy restaurants and new buildings. The shopping mall is replaced by a delightful Main street,complete with bait shop and drive-in A&W restaurant. Neighbors stop and talk outside of the fire station and children ride bikes until dark. Welcome to the Village of Dexter. more > Manchester Area "Manchester welcomes you... Whether you come to visit or to settle down with your family... To open a small business or build a manufacturing facility...Manchester extends its greetings to you. We hope to share with you the best of what our Village has to offer: a smaller community, in which government is still accessible to all the people; a historic community,with a commitment to preserving the architecture of our 19th-century past; and a progressive community, where change can be a part of a controlled plan of development." - Manchester promotional information more > Milan Area Milan,in Hindi, means "to meet." And that sentiment sums up what living in Milan is all about. Milan citizens are a closely-knit, friendly group -neighbors know each other and stop on the street to say "hello." If you're new in town, you can count on a warm, small town reception. more > Saline Area Saline's motto, "Yesterday's Charm, Today's Appeal," describes Saline's every detail. From the small town atmosphere to the friendly neighbors,residents live by their motto. more > Ypsilanti Area "The surprising diversity of today's Ypsilanti has its roots in a history that goes back to the very beginnings of the State of Michigan. Today's Michigan Avenue - Ypsilanti's "Main Street" - was once the Sauk Indian Trail that brought Indians to the French trading post at Fort Detroit." - Ypsilanti Visitor's Guide more >
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