Montpelier, Vermont
Population: 8,035
Located in Washington County
Montpelier is located in a picturesque valley along the Winooski River in Central Vermont. As the nation's smallest state capital, Montpelier's intimate size and historic neighborhoods make it a wonderful city in which to live, and do business. While best known for its status as Vermont's capital city, Montpelier is also known for its many institutions of higher learning, national insurance company headquarters, and its location in the heart of Vermont ski country. In addition to being the nation's smallest capital city, Montpelier is centrally located, is home to large number of governmental offices, and has a healthy business environment. This is a compact city where walking is often the preferred method of transportation. The city's thriving downtown district is on the National and State Registers of Historic Places. The economy of Montpelier is dominated by State government. Approximately 2,300 State employees work in Montpelier, most in the downtown section of the city. The presence of State government has led to a large service and retail industry. Many federal agencies and non-profit agencies are located in Montpelier. The Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate (FIRE) sector of the economy is very strong in Montpelier since a number of prominent insurance companies are headquartered here. As for recreation - if it's a sport, then you can do it here in Montpelier! Hubbard Park is an 185 acre wilderness in the heart of the city which offers picnicking, hiking, biking, and cross-country ski trails. There is the 179 acre North Branch Park is linked by trails to Montpelier's Pool and Recreation Field and the Vermont Institute of Natural Science. Cool nights, plenty of snow and constant change are things you can pretty much count on from Central Vermont's weather. Putting too much faith in the weather report can be damaging to your plans. Snowfall is about nine feet a year. Only June, July, August and September regularly escape measurable amounts. Most of the snow comes in fewer than a half-dozen major storms, which may drop several feet at a time. However, exceptional road crews keep traffic flowing with few interruptions. Fortunately, winter humidity is relatively low, and the dry cold is tolerable. Consistent winter cold means that most of the snow that falls after Thanksgiving will still be around in March. That makes for some great skiing! Many feet of melting snow, combined with spring rain and dirt roads, leads to a one-month season "mud season" that is uniquely Vermont. With the mountains for their easel, the seasons paint an ever-changing masterpiece. The fall colors are known worldwide, but other seasons are just as beautiful. A fresh snowfall serenely blankets the ground while leaving tufts like cotton on tree branches. Spring brings a mix of brown and green in every shade and hue as leaves are reborn. A hearty breed have come to appreciate Vermont year-round. If you are one of those who appreciate the beauty of the seasons, who love outdoor recreations, and love to work near where you live, then Montpelier is the place for you! Come and see why Vermont has the reputation of being one of the most beautiful places in the world!
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