focusing on quality of life,” explains Brandy Wilson, Executive Director of Sac Economic and Tourism Development. “There aren’t a lot of communities this size in the state that offer what Sac City does in terms of art, recreation, amenities, and trails.” The community’s business district shows this blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Local enterprises include a thriving grocery store, a recently opened coffee shop, and various specialty retailers uncommon in similar-sized towns. The Cattleman’s restaurant, recognized throughout the Midwest for high-end dining, serves as a culinary destination.The city’s layout, influenced by its position on a historic Highway 20 route, creates a unique commercial corridor that extends from the downtown district eastward and westward, offering convenient access to services and shopping. “We’re really focused on creating amenities for residents who want to move here,” Lawrence says. “We’re seeing more people, especially younger generations, choose their location first and their career second. With the increasing presence of remote work opportunities, people can create careers and work online without relocating to large cities. They can settle in a smaller city, accomplish their work, and have a great place to raise a family.” RECREATION AND QUALITY OF LIFE Sac City’s ambitious recreational development includes a transformative 100-acre project combining multiple outdoor attractions.“We’ve acquired three pieces of land that join together into slightly over a hundred acres for our trails complex,” Lawrence explains.“It involves natural hiking trails, mountain biking trails, bicycling trails, and the water trail that runs down the Raccoon River.” The project will connect the Sauk Rail Trail from Lake View to Sac City, adding significant mileage to the existing multi-use trail system. “By the end of summer, we’ll have five or six miles of hiking trails established,”says Lawrence.“We’ve already developed excellent kayaking and floating opportunities on the Raccoon River, with camping sites on both sides and launch areas north and south of the city.” The completion date is projected for 2028-2029, though timing may shift based on available grant funding. 3 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 02 SAC CITY, IA & SAC CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
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