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Located north of Dallas and Plano, Allen is experiencing its fastest growth rate in the city's history in both residential and business development. Allen is projected to exceed 70,000 residents by 2010. According to the North Central Council of Governments, these figures will make Allen the fastest growing city in North Texas over the next 15 years.
Within the past three years, business development has added mor than 2,000 jobs and $150 million in capital investment to the local tax base. Allen was recently ranked among the top 10 best corporate relocation cities in Texas by Texas Business magazine.
Allen provides the amenities of living within a major Metroplex and all the values and easy living benefits of a small town. The city offers a variety of housing opportunities, including homes in newer developments like Heritage Pak, Shadow Lakes, Twin Creeks and Waters Crossing.
Students in the Allen ISD consistently score high on college entrance exams, and the Allen ISD offers many innovative programs such as an Internet program. Higher education needs are met by a variety of community colleges and universities nearby.
Allen offers a full range of parks, recreation services and activities, including a variety of league sports and children's programs. Some of Allen's most recent additions include a full-service recreation center and the new Arnold Palmer championship golf course. |
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