The city of Sandy Springs, Georgia, a long time fixture in the metro Atlanta area, was finally incorporated in 2005. This area has long been known as a great place to live and people from all around Georgia and the country have flocked to the area for years. In 2004, Sandy Springs had a population of over 80,000 residents, 2007 has seen that sky rocket to over 100,000 people with no signs of stopping. Sandy Springs boasts itself as a city with a new way of thinking. In actuality, it’s an old way of thinking that is making headway in our modern times. Sandy Springs is completely dedicated to the community as a whole, to making the resident’s lives better and more fulfilling by providing quality services, education for children and an incredible place to live.
Sandy Springs is known for its commitment to residents and visitors; nowhere is that more apparent than in the vast array of services that the city provides. From bus service to an immense parks system, incredible libraries, gardening and beautification projects and more, Sandy Springs is rapidly growing and flourishing.
A Sense of Community
Sandy Springs is a city, devoted to being a great community. This means providing a great place to work, live and play. That also means welcoming new businesses of all types, from big name national stores to local shops run by area families. Sandy Springs is an incredible place to live, with a wealth of community services and amenities that would do justice to a city twice the size. From bus service to senior centers, museums, community sports, award winning education and more, Sand Springs is dedicated to building a sense of community among its residents. Not content to be simply a conglomeration of residences and businesses, the city has set out to establish itself as a coherent whole, a community with a sense of self within the greater Atlanta area.
Historical Landmarks Anchor the Community
Sandy Springs grew up around its historical namesake. A small, sandy spring bursts with cool clear water that spills over multicolored, water polished stones on its merry way to join the mighty Chattahoochee River. The area around the springs has been known to Native Americans and European settlers alike and was the focal point of the early community in the area. The springs now serve a dual purpose, both as a historical area and a central landmark for the city’s citizens. Civic groups, scouts and more are encouraged to visit the area to learn more about how Sandy Springs came to be.