Bloomington, IN -- Mayor Mark Kruzan announced today that for the second time in a week, Bloomington has been recognized in a national publication for its high quality of life and amenities. SmartMoney, a publication of the Wall Street Journal, has included Bloomington as one of nine cities featured in its The New Best Places to Retire list.
The SmartMoney piece compares nine well-known cities, such as Sarasota, Fla. and Boulder, Colo. to equally appealing yet more affordable alternatives. The article compared Bloomington's healthcare, educational opportunities, and art, theater and music entertainment to Madison, Wis. The benefit of retiring in Bloomington, the article states, is its affordability. With lower taxes and home prices averaging $80,000 less than Madison, retirees are left with disposable income with which to enjoy local amenities on campus and in the community. Also notable is Bloomington's warmer climate — 20 degrees warmer than Madison — according to the article, and access to the award-winning Bloomington Hospital.
Kruzan credits Bloomington's affordable living, diversified economy and ample entertainment, recreational and educational opportunities for its continued recognition and high quality of life.
"This national recognition wouldn't be possible without continued investment by both the public and private sectors," said Kruzan. "From BEAD, the City's Entertainment and Arts District, to the Jacobs School of Music and from the B-Line to Downtown tech sector businesses, individuals and organizations have continued to invest and advance themselves and the greater community. This is more outside observer acknowledgement of what those of us who live in Bloomington know — it is a truly great place to live."
The full article can be found on SmartMoney's website at http://www.smartmoney.com/
