Boise-Nampa area of Idaho named second most secure area in the United States
Yet another article has been written about the Treasure Valley area of S.W. Idaho. A new report issued by the fourth annual Farmers Insurance Group of companies the Treasure Valley area of S.W. Idaho has been named the second most secure place to live in the United States.
The report marks the third strait year the Boise City - Nampa area has been ranked among the top 20 areas in the country. In 2006 the Boise-Nampa area topped the list. This new report targets all of the Treasure Valley including neighboring Caldwell.
The new rankings were compiled by Best Places and include crime statistics, extreme weather, risk of natural disasters, environmental hazards, terrorist threats, air quality, life expectancy and job loss numbers in the 114 U.S. metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more.
Nampa Idaho Mayor Tom Dale credits the cooperative efforts of the public and law enforcement to create a safe place to live. Nampa has worked dilengently with the public in curbing crime.
Mayor Garrett Nancolas of Caldwell says it's the quality of life than has drawn national attention to the area year after year. Caldwell has been recognized for revitilazation efforts which include it's Indian Creek project in the heart of Caldwell.
The Farmers Most Secure Places to Live survey tells a lot about families and local government according to Ron Coble, Farmers Insurance Group senior vice president of legislation, regulation and media relations. Mr. Coble states "Whether you are single or have a large family, knowing that you are secure in your home and workplace takes a higher priority today than ever before".
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