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2	Proximity to Savannah Richmond Hill, Georgia is a quiet family community, located just 20 minutes south of metropolitan Savannah. Richmond Hill is centrally located between Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield The city is made up of more than 10,000 residents, it retains a small town charm and has a great deal to offer its residents.
3	Local Government Bryan County Georgia City Population: 10,000+ Age 18 <: 34% of population Age 25-44: 36% of Population Over 65 yrs. Old: 11% of population Low Crime Rate Rich in History Quality Natural Resources Superior Homes Outstanding Educational System Active Community Involvement
4	History State and National Registry: Ford Plantation Bryan County Court House Henry Ford’s Community House Martha-Mary Chapel Richmond Hill School Teacherage Ford Commissary Cannan Baptist Church Ford’s Kindergarten Building
5	Coastal Georgia Beauty Richmond Hill is coastal Georgia life at its finest. The broad, winding Ogeechee River borders the city and wraps around narrow islets. Situation just south of Savannah and a few miles from the Atlantic Ocean.
6	Recognitions 2007 Georgia Trendsetter Preserve America City City of Ethics America's Promise Community Entrepreneur Friendly Community
7	Outstanding Services The fire depart. carries an Insurance Services Office Fire Suppression rating of a Class 4, which is the best rating for individual residences. The City has provided the depart. and the residents with some of the finest fire fighting equipment in this part of the State. In an innovative approach toward law enforcement, the police Depart. continues to exceed performance standards. The state certification program benefits the community as well as the department. With a capable police force at hand, RH has one of the lowest crime rates in the state.
8	Housing The city is committed to improving and maintaining the quality of life for its residents. The city continues to diversify the housing stock and provide a range of affordable housing options for families of all incomes. All families should have the opportunity to live in a safe community of their choice.
9	Board of Education Georgia Pre-K Program Head Start Program Richmond Hill Primary School Richmond Hill Elementary School George Washington Carver Upper Elementary School Richmond Hill Middle School Richmond Hill High School www.bryan.k12.ga.us 66 South Industrial Blvd Pembroke, Georgia 31321 Tel: (912) 626-5000 Fax: (912) 653-4386
10	Cultural Arts Arts on the Coast is a local nonprofit organization established to promote the cultural arts in our community. Throughout the year, residents showcase their talents in the community.
11	Outdoor Activities Boating Fishing Equestrian Swimming Hiking Bicycling And much much more!
12	Park and Trees www.richmondhill-ga.gov/parks JF Gregory Park 3.5 Mile Nature Trail Piercefield Forest Blueberry Park Richmond Heights Boles Community Park Bryan County Recreation Park Ozzy Skate Park Fort McAllister State Park
13	Recreation Ozzy Skate Park .25-acre skateboard and rollerblade Located within the Richmond Hill Recreation Park (38-acres multipurpose sports facility) located off Ball Park Road. The skate park is the first of its kind in Bryan County. Ozzy Park is intended to provide a recreational outlet to the youth in the community by giving skateboard enthusiasts a safe place to perfect their skills rather than on local streets.
14	Youth Activities Richmond Hill Recreation Association Football Baseball Softball Cheerleading Basketball Soccer Tennis
15	Fort McAllister State Park Fort McAllister, located in south Bryan County has been referred to as a jewel in Georgia’s park system. The park attracts more than 12,000 visitors a month. Fort McAllister offers a variety of outdoor activities as well as a museum that showcases exhibits and artifacts from the prehistoric, colonial, and Civil War periods. www.fortmcallister.org 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill 31324 912-727-2339
16	Annual Festivities Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival 4^th of July Family Festival Chili Cook-off Hometown Christmas Parade Christmas Boat Parade Station Xchange Xtravaganza Georgia Cities Week Business Expo Memorial Day Observance Veterans Day Observance Methodist Bar-B-Que and Thrift Sale
17	Chamber of Commerce Our goal is to promote a healthy business environment that enhances the quality of life in Bryan County. We are devoted to our existing businesses and are constantly striving to make Richmond Hill-Bryan County a better place by bringing more businesses to the area, which will provide more jobs, more customers, and more projects. www.bryancoga.org 2591 Hwy 17, Suite 100 Post Office Box 1215 Richmond Hill, GA 31324 (912) 756-3444
18	Shopping Opportunities Local businesses are aware of the unrivaled location advantages, the pro-business, and pro-growth mentality of the local government.
19	Supporting our Troops The monument and flag pole are to honor those who have fought for freedom and given Americans the opportunity to live in the greatest country in the world. Currently there are more than 750 personalized bricks have been ordered to honor the service of loved ones. Recognizing the importance of veterans and their contributions is just one aspect of the Veterans Monument and the 120ft flag pole.
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