GET TO KNOW TROY Troy offers highly ranked schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong, growing economy. Consistently recognized as one of the safest cities in the state and home to one of the lowest tax rates in Oakland County, Troy stands out as an exceptional place to live. With top-rated schools, a local college, and access to several universities, Troy is widely considered one of Michigan’s best communities for families. A SPECIAL STATEMENT FROM MAYOR ETHAN D. BAKER The City of Troy remains one of Michigan’s premier communities to live, work, play, learn and do business. Our strong partnership with the Troy Chamber of Commerce is central to this success. Together, we ensure that Troy’s business environment remains competitive and positioned for longterm growth, which plays a key role in creating an environment that fosters a vibrant community. With more than 6,000 businesses, and more opening each year, Troy is a diverse and businessfriendly hub. From local restaurants and coffee shops to advanced technology and automotive firms to regional retail destinations, the City offers a broad range of economic opportunities. And soon, we will welcome the Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg Troy Center for Specialty Care, the University of Michigan Health System’s new outpatient and surgical facility, being constructed on the former Kmart world headquarters site, along with mixed-use development. Creating a welcoming environment for residents and businesses is a priority the City pursues daily. This commitment was recently exemplified when the Michigan Association of Planning awarded the City of Troy the 2025 Planning Excellence Award for Implementation for the Big Beaver Corridor. Creating a welcoming environment for residents and businesses is a priority the City pursues daily. This commitment was recently exemplified when the Michigan Association of Planning awarded the City of Troy the 2025 Planning Excellence Award for Implementation for the Big Beaver Corridor. Big Beaver Road was originally planned as an office district with limited retail options outside of Somerset Collection. Twenty years ago, this area was dominated by large office buildings and expansive, underused parking lots. In 2007, the Troy City Council and the Downtown Development Authority initiated the Big Beaver Corridor Study to reposition the corridor as a worldclass economic destination. Fast forward to today, and that vision has been realized. Nearly 1,000 surface parking spaces have been replaced with a mix of restaurants, retail, financial institutions, housing, hotels, and a Children’s Hospital, with additional developments in the pipeline. Troy is consistently recognized for its innovation and high quality of life, which is supported by strong City services, exceptional schools, and well-maintained public amenities. Recent community events, such as the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Rink at Jeanne M. Stine Community Park, demonstrate the strong civic engagement and sense of community that define what the City of Troy is. Witnessing hundreds of people brave the cold to engage in a longstanding tradition that is central to many people’s holiday season exemplifies the Troy spirit. From upscale shopping and diverse dining to outdoor activities, the City of Troy provides residents and businesses with abundant amenities. Home to more than 40 million square feet of retail, office, and industrial space, plus a highly educated workforce, Troy’s business environment is progressive and diverse with a mix of major corporations and small local businesses. For these, and so many other reasons, it is no wonder that the City of Troy is one of the best places to live, work, learn, and play. Ethan Baker Mayor, City of Troy EXPERIENCE TROY | 8
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