Vestal, New York, found in the
southern portion of beautiful
Broome County, is a thriving, prospering community.
Bordered to the
north by the majestic Susquehanna
River, Vestal's southern view is of lush and rolling hills, making it one of
the more scenic towns in Broome County. Founded in 1923, this city of 26,535
(census 2000 figure) was carefully planned and laid out into beautiful
neighborhoods separated by parks and green spaces. Over 23 parks grace the
community, including a 2.1 mile paved roller-blading and bicycle path.
The
Vestal school system is
nationally recognized for its excellence, and the town is home to the renowned Binghamton
University , which is also a major employer for Vestal residents. The
Kopernik Observatory, one of the
largest Space Education Centers in the east, calls Vestal home also and offers a
Summer Science Program for youth.
Ideally located
in easy reach of both Interstate Highways 81 and 86, Vestal is a premier site
for incoming businesses and corporations. Broome County itself is one of the
fastest growing counties in New York State, due
to its superb location at the crossroads of the Southern Tier region.
Economic Development Zones have
been formed, with huge incentives from federal, state and county levels to
entice new firms to the area.
Vestal, New
York, with its beauty and grace, is fast becoming one of the more popular
residential areas in the beautiful signature
rolling hills of Broome County.
