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Come experience Brentwood United Methodist Church.

Four weekend worship services Sunday morning studies for children, students and adults Outstanding childrens and students (7th-12th grades) ministries Dynamic childrens and youth choirs Mid-week dinner with activities for all ages Vibrant single adult program Mission and outreach opportunities locally, nationally and internationally Worship with us this weekend and find out why so many of your neighbors have made Brentwood United Methodist Church part of their family of faith.

Join us for worship! SaturdayS: 5:00 p.m. a casual traditional service with Holy Communion Sunday morningS: 8:30 a.m. traditional service (youth choir) 9:50 a.m. blended service with contemporary feel (band) 11:00 a.m. traditional service (adult chancel choir)

Come join us as we touch hearts and transform lives at Brentwood United Methodist Church.

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ucked inside the heart of Brentwood, the bustling urban district known as Town Center was once a dream of locals and city administrators. For decades, they envisioned a trendy downtown destination for fun, food and culture in the city, and in recent years that dream has become a reality. Brentwood Town Center Geographically defined by Old Hickory Boulevard to the north, Interstate 65 to the east, Church Street to the south and Franklin Road to the west, Town Center now has more than 100 retail stores, restaurants and businesses serving the community. That surge of energy was partly fueled by the City of Brentwood taking steps to encourage redevelopment of the area, from the construction of Town Center Way to upgrading water and sewer lines, and creating a traffic roundabout at the intersection of Wilson Pike Circle.

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Ive seen this area come a long way, and its exciting to see a new wave of businesses opening here, says Stacey Rhodes, who owns Stacey Rhodes Boutique on Franklin Road. Ive lived here since I was 14, and all my family lives here. Im one of the pioneers. Rhodes opened her full-service boutique in 2002 in Brentwoods Hill Center. When she outgrew the space, Town Center provided a perfect place to relocate. Rhodes moved the boutique to its current location in September 2010 and couldnt be happier. Theres a lot of energy here, she says. I love to see the direction Brentwood is going with independent retail and restaurants. Stacey Rhodes Boutique provides styling from head to toe, including clothes, undergarments, shoes, jewelry, handbags, lingerie and some amazing one-of-a-kind hats. We do hats and dresses for the Derby and Steeplechase, and we do a

huge annual hat event in April called An Affair of the Hat, Rhodes says. It benefits the T.J. Martell Foundation. Town Center Restaurants, Theater In August 2010, Town Center saw the opening of The Local Taco, a hugely popular eatery that focuses on fresh, creative tacos made with locally produced ingredients. We try to push the envelope with our special tacos every day, says Local Taco owner John Ko. One day well offer a Lobster BLT Taco or a SesameSeared Mahi Taco, but you can also mix it up with our regular tacos, like a Southern Fried Chicken Taco or a Korean BBQ Taco. We also offer a great happy hour spot with two patios during nicer weather. Ko opted for the Town Center location because he noticed other local restaurants such as Judge Beans Bar-B-Que, Peters Sushi & Thai and

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Great Golf
golf in brentwood is certainly up to par. The club scene dominates, and the city offers courses to suit all kinds of golfing standards. The nashville golf & athletic Club features more than 7,340 yards of golf with a par 72. The private club adheres to the highest standards, including dress code. also within easy reach is The governors Club, rated one of the best golf courses in middle Tennessee. The 18-hole course covers a lot of scenic ground and offers holes of varying difficulty. brentwood Country Club boasts an 18-hole, par 71 course with breathtaking views and challenging holes, everything competitive golfers and leisure players alike could ask for.

Room to Run
Brentwoods premier park facilities offer the perfect place to play. Concord Park, a 40-acre park surrounding the Brentwood Library and right across the road from the WSm tower, provides residents with plenty of options, including trails for both walking and biking, open areas for picnics or lounges, and practice fields. Brentwood Civitan, located inside the park, is home to youth baseball and softball leagues for kids 6 to 12.

Stop and Shop

The only mall with five department stores in middle Tennessee is a huge success story just ask the 17 million people who shop there each year. CoolSprings Galleria is a 1.1 million-square-foot super regional center that attracts shoppers from as far away as northern Alabama and southern kentucky. Located off i-65 at moores Lane, the malls five anchor stores are dillards JCPenney macys Sears and Belk. Besides these department stores the Galleria is home to 165 specialty stores and restaurants on-site. many of the specialty stores are the only ones of their kind in the middle Tennessee market. A big part of Williamson County since 1991 CoolSprings Galleria and the entire Cool Springs location offer a good mix of shopping destinations with everything from upscale items to unusual merchandise for kids teens and seniors.

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Those enjoying their golden years live the good life in Brentwood, thanks to programs like fiftyforward. founded in 1956 as an activity and services distribution center for retired individuals, the organization has grown steadily over the years. it now operates seven centers, including the martin Center in Brentwood. With an array of classes and programs, and a constant growth in membership, the martin Center is a city staple and a welcome addition to retired life. The wooded 5.6 acres that make up the center are so popular that weddings, receptions, birthday parties and other special events are celebrated on the grounds. n brentwood is home to a dozen historic houses dating back to the 1800s. n more than 14 miles of bike and pedestrian trails make up an extensive network that connects the citys schools, parks and neighborhoods. n brentwood is considered to be one of the most desirable suburban locations in Tennessee because of its stellar quality of life. n mars Petcare, one of the fastest growing pet food manufacturers in the u.s., is headquartered in Cool springs. n brentwood is the birthplace of the nFls Pittsburgh steelers player John markham. n The susan g. Komen greater nashville Race for the Cure is held in maryland Farms in brentwood. n brentwood ranked on City-data.coms Top 100 Cities with the biggest houses.

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pOpuLATIOn (2009 esTImATe) Brentwood: 37,159 Williamson County: 176,838 LOCATIOn Brentwood is in middle Tennessee, 8 miles south of downtown nashville. Cool Springs, the commerce and retail hub of Williamson County, includes part of southern Brentwood and northern franklin. BeGInnInGs Brentwood was incorporated as a city in 1969, but its documented history dates back to the 1700s. Some scientists have theorized that what is now the Gulf of mexico stretched northward to Brentwood millions of years ago, as evidenced by ocean fossils found in the area. FOR mORe InFORmATIOn Brentwood Cool Springs Chamber of Commerce 5211 maryland Way, Ste. 1080 Brentwood, Tn 37027 Phone: (615) 373-1595 fax: (615) 373-8810 www.brentwoodcoolsprings.org
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The wsm tower, nicknamed the diamond antenna, was brought into service in october 1932 to broadcast the grand ole opry, the longest-running radio show in history. but its claim to fame came mainly from its unique diamond shape. standing at 878 feet tall, this diamond was the tallest tower in america at the time. Though it's long since lost that record, the 808-foot tower (knocked down 70 feet since its original construction) continues to provide tunes and tribute to the city. To solidify its place in Tennessee history, the tower was incorporated into the new Country music hall of Fame and museum's design in 2001.

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Theres a lot more than books behind the Brentwood Librarys doors. hailed as the crown jewel of the city, the library holds more than 153,000 books, dvds, audio books, newly added video games and more. more impressive than the expansive collection is the imagination-inciting Childrens Corner. The scenery a leafy mix somewhere between a leisure park and Tarzans jungle, complete with swinging vines and sweeping gazebos creates an other-worldly atmosphere that kids will happily be sucked into. The books come into play shortly after the initial awe is worn away. Thousands of books tucked behind roots and tree branches wait to be discovered, along with computer databases and videos designed to engage children. Programs offered include Preschool Story Times, held four times a week, and special seasonal programs.

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Centrally located in downtown Brentwood, maryland farms is the perfect place for businesses to set up shop. its multiple business parks offer a myriad of services and are home to several national headquarters. The area has become the epicenter of Brentwood business, drawing crowds of all kinds, but it still retains a balance between business offices and open spaces. The peaceful setting and close proximity to schools, parks and subdivisions only add to the areas appeal. But maryland farms isnt all business. it also offers an abundance of activities, from classes at small dance studios and the pool at the ymCA in the summer to grabbing a cup of coffee at the neighborhood Starbucks.
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n October 29, 2011 Brentwood will once again host the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The race, in its third consecutive year in Brentwood, will bring approximately 20,000 participants and visitors to the city. It is exciting to see Maryland Farms transform into a sea of pink, says Cindi Parmenter, Brentwood Cool Springs Chamber President. The chamber was instrumental in bringing Komen, who raises money for breast cancer research, to Brentwood, and has been honored to be the Presenting Chamber sponsor each year. Brentwood parks encompass 900 Acres The Race for the Cure is just one example of Brentwoods commitment to its residents good health and active lifestyles. The Brentwood Cool Springs Chamber partners with Komen to organize and host an annual Healthy Living and Lifestyles Expo to bring awareness to health and wellness issues in the community. And Brentwood Mayor Betsy Crossley points out that Brentwood has dozens of other outdoor activities and venues that are ideal for getting fit and staying healthy. In fact, right now the city oversees 900 acres that encompass nine public parks, with three more parks scheduled to open in the near future. One of those upcoming venues is the 320-acre Marcella Vivrette Smith

Park situated off Wilson Pike. That particular property will also include the historic Ravenswood home. Meanwhile, an eleventh park measuring 20 acres is being planned along General McArthur Drive, and a twelfth park has been earmarked for 22 acres at the end of Virginia Way, Maryland Farms and Granny White Pike, Crossley says. A lot of communities will never develop such a park system like we have, but Brentwood had the foresight to begin working on this 20 years ago. Brentwood plans dog park, Bike paths Crossley adds that the city also is planning to add a dog park inside one of its existing parks during 2011, and Brentwood also is working with Nolensville officials to help set up that citys greenway system. Ideally, I would like to eventually see the entire city of Brentwood connected by bike paths, plus the east and west sides of Concord Road need to be developed as outdoor recreation spots, she says. And when new neighborhoods and even commercial areas are built these days and in the future, we will make sure that sidewalks are installed to promote walking and other healthy activities. Dave Bunt, director of Brentwood Parks and Recreation, says the public parks continue year-after-year to be some of the most utilized facilities in all of Brentwood.

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ucked inside the heart of Brentwood, the bustling urban district known as Town Center was once a dream of locals and city administrators. For decades, they envisioned a trendy downtown destination for fun, food and culture in the city, and in recent years that dream has become a reality. Brentwood Town Center Geographically defined by Old Hickory Boulevard to the north, Interstate 65 to the east, Church Street to the south and Franklin Road to the west, Town Center now has more than 100 retail stores, restaurants and businesses serving the community. That surge of energy was partly fueled by the City of Brentwood taking steps to encourage redevelopment of the area, from the construction of Town Center Way to upgrading water and sewer lines, and creating a traffic roundabout at the intersection of Wilson Pike Circle.

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Ive seen this area come a long way, and its exciting to see a new wave of businesses opening here, says Stacey Rhodes, who owns Stacey Rhodes Boutique on Franklin Road. Ive lived here since I was 14, and all my family lives here. Im one of the pioneers. Rhodes opened her full-service boutique in 2002 in Brentwoods Hill Center. When she outgrew the space, Town Center provided a perfect place to relocate. Rhodes moved the boutique to its current location in September 2010 and couldnt be happier. Theres a lot of energy here, she says. I love to see the direction Brentwood is going with independent retail and restaurants. Stacey Rhodes Boutique provides styling from head to toe, including clothes, undergarments, shoes, jewelry, handbags, lingerie and some amazing one-of-a-kind hats. We do hats and dresses for the Derby and Steeplechase, and we do a

huge annual hat event in April called An Affair of the Hat, Rhodes says. It benefits the T.J. Martell Foundation. Town Center Restaurants, Theater In August 2010, Town Center saw the opening of The Local Taco, a hugely popular eatery that focuses on fresh, creative tacos made with locally produced ingredients. We try to push the envelope with our special tacos every day, says Local Taco owner John Ko. One day well offer a Lobster BLT Taco or a SesameSeared Mahi Taco, but you can also mix it up with our regular tacos, like a Southern Fried Chicken Taco or a Korean BBQ Taco. We also offer a great happy hour spot with two patios during nicer weather. Ko opted for the Town Center location because he noticed other local restaurants such as Judge Beans Bar-B-Que, Peters Sushi & Thai and

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Puffy Muffin were already thriving in the area. I knew the demographics were very strong in Brentwood, and I thought people would appreciate something different from the average Tex-Mex restaurant, Ko says. I believe theres a lot of potential in this area. Town Center is a one-stop destination for dates or family outings, thanks to Towne Centre Theatre. The community theater group occupies a restored historic building and presents a roster

of live shows and musicals each season. uncle Classic Barbershop Service providers are also setting up shop in Town Center. Amy Tanksley opened Uncle Classic Barbershop on Franklin Road in 2008, and it was so successful she has since opened a second location in Nashvilles Belle Meade area. Theres a real buzz about this area with new specialty retailers coming in, Tanksley says. Its important for Brentwood citizens to have places to eat

and shop here and not have to drive to another location. I love how the retailers support one another, and the customers are always thrilled were not a franchise. Uncle Classic is a traditional barbershop with a modern twist. Were a full-service barbershop that provides great grooming for men, from haircuts and mens color to straightrazor shaves, Tanksley says. Were all about creating lasting relationships with our customers, who soon become friends.

Top left and bottom left: Freshly baked goods help make Puffy muffin one of Town Centers most successful restaurants. Top right: designer boots for sale at the stacey Rhodes boutique Bottom right: a handmade crepe is prepared at The Perch, another popular Town Center spot in brentwood.

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expanding Hotel Base These days, popular hotels such as the Embassy Suites, Hilton Suites, Homewood Suites, Aloft and Marriott have planted their flags here. Tourists now stay here and plan their visits outward, while area residents take advantage of weekend getaways and other special packages offered by the growing hotel community. Growing shopping, dining Community Now mix in an exploding dining and retail sector, and its easy to see why

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From left: The Coolsprings galleria has five department stores and more than 165 specialty stores and restaurants; The hilton suites in brentwood, 8 miles south of downtown nashville, is a popular hotel for visitors to stay.

people are planning vacations and even staycations around the Brentwood/ Cool Springs area. (Being only 15 minutes from downtown Nashville to the north and just a few miles from historic Franklins lively downtown doesnt hurt either.) Our growth as the place to be for corporate headquarters, as well as all the other new businesses coming in, has meant that weve needed new places for people to stay, and for things to do after 5 p.m., says Matt Largen, director of Williamson Countys economic development office. We have always been a great place to work and live, but now we are becoming a destination for entertainment and retail as well. Rapid Business expansion Boosts Lifestyle Options Strong business growth almost 40 percent of the Nashville metropolitan areas business growth in the last few

years has taken place in Brentwood/ Cool Springs has brought in new players in the lodging industry, which in turn has spawned new shopping and dining options nearby to capitalize on those guests. That 40-percent statistic really explains a lot of whats going on around here, Largen says. Our growth is really extraordinary. When you see all the jobs here, and all the people moving in, you can understand why the shopping and retail sectors are doing as well as they are. Were looking to see that continue to grow, as well as seeing more after-hours entertainment coming into the area, as well as more family-friendly venues. shopping Remains strong draw The area also benefits from major destinations and longtime favorites such as CoolSprings Galleria, as well as

smaller, popular shopping and dining developments that include Brentwood Town Center and Brentwood Place Shopping Center. These and other multiuse centers continue to grow, creating an ongoing buzz about the area that, in turn, brings even more businesses and visitors, Largen says. meeting, Convention space to be developed Now we are going to work on adding to our meeting and convention space, because a lot of our businesses are now bringing their corporate events here, Largen says. Theres plenty for spouses and families to do, so we want to encourage that kind of travel into the area. We have all the amenities anybody could want, so were going to keep working to add in all the elements we might be missing so we present the complete package to all of our business and tourism visitors.
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alk about overachievers! The Brentwood/Cool Springs area represents only 10 percent of the Nashville metropolitan areas overall land mass, but it has pulled in almost 40 percent of its major business growth in recent years. nissan, Tractor supply, jackson national players The businesses coming and growing here are major national and international players, such as Nissan North America, Tractor Supply Co., Healthways, Verizon Wireless, Mars Petcare, OHL, Comdata and Jackson National Life Insurance Co., with even more on the way. The arrival and expansion of these major players is no fluke, but the ongoing result of a coordinated effort between business, economic development and elected officials to create a vibrant, business-friendly community, says

Matt Largen, director of Williamson Countys office of economic development. Its not any one single thing, but rather a community that focuses on fundamentals, Largen says. We have a great education system, which drives people to our community; we have low property tax rates, low crime rates and cities with development standards, which is really important to making sure we look like places where people want to live, work and play. Corporate Headquarters Growth Continues Brentwood and Cool Springs have established themselves as the preferred location for corporate headquarters, not just in the Nashville area, but for the Southeast and beyond, Largen adds. As word gets out, we get inquiries from companies in the sectors that are already here,

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as well as new business and industry sectors, he says. Our economic diversity is really important in that respect. If you divide the economic sectors of our area into a pie in terms of health care, education, financial services, transportation, communication and the other groups, you can see a diverse group overall, but also that theres a lot of diversity within those sectors. Thats been really important for our growth. The current crop of new and expanding businesses highlights the point. Jackson National has 120 employees in temporary space, and will have at least 750 people in its new regional headquarters, while Comdata has moved a 120-person division from Dallas to Brentwood. And Largen can point to literally dozens more. service economy Key to Growth We watch what happens in the overall global economy, and take what we see and apply it to what can happen here, he says. We identify our strengths and weaknesses, and are going after information technology, health care and energy technology companies, and others that make sense for us. We are a service-oriented economy here; 97 percent of Williamson County businesses are in the service sector. Thats where our local and regional economies are going, and we are set up very well to capture those companies. Our marching orders are to recruit those corporate headquarters, so we continue to enjoy the economic success weve enjoyed in the last decade.

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Biz Briefs
businesses boTh laRge and small ThaT helP deFine The eConomiC ClimaTe in bRenTwood Cool sPRings

scorecard
BusIness AT A GLAnCe

$580 million
Annual retail sales

$20,973
Retail sales per capita

$81 million
Annual hotel and food sales

5,216
Total number of firms
Source: U.S. Census QuickFacts

puFFy muFFIn Biz: Bakery and restaurant Buzz: Serving Brentwood and Cool Springs, Puffy Muffin offers a variety of baked goods, as well as full breakfast and lunch menus. Guests enjoy an assortment of sweet treats, such as pies and cookies, and can also savor quiches with spinach, broccoli, ham, sausage, bacon or mushrooms. In addition, this bakery caters and creates specialty cakes upon request. www.puffymuffin.com 26
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unCLe CLAssIC BARBeRsHOp Biz: Barbershop Buzz: Located in Brentwood and Belle Meade, Uncle Classic Barbershop offers guests an array of services sure to groom and tame even the most unruly mane. From shampoos and haircuts to shaves and trims, this barbershop works to ensure each customer emerges satisfied. Gift cards are available for purchase, as well as hair, skin and shave products used at the shop. www.uncleclassicbarbershop.com TRACTOR suppLy CO. Biz: Agriculture equipment retailer Buzz: Tractor Supply Co., which began as a mail-order tractor parts business in 1938, now operates more than 1,000 stores in 44 states. With its corporate headquarters in Maryland Farms Brentwood, this company offers merchandise designed to assist with farming, ranching, fencing and other agricultural activities. Workwear, clothing and footwear also are available, as well as gifts, home dcor and toys and games. www.tractorsupply.com COmdATA Biz: Payment innovation provider Buzz: Founded in 1969, Comdata creates integrated financial solutions and assists companies with managing data, paying employees, processing merchant transactions, and managing spending on business purchases, such as travel and fuel. With corporate headquarters in Brentwoods Maryland Farms area, Comdata serves a variety of industries, including fleet, retail and hospitality, government, aviation, construction and health care. www.comdata.com HeALTHWAys Biz: Health-care company Buzz: Headquartered in Franklin, Healthways is focused on making the world a healthier place, and works to offer solutions that decrease health-care costs, enrich performance and create economic value for customers. Additionally, this company serves seniors by offering a customized solution for individuals who are eligible for Medicare, and also offers the popular SilverSneakers program. www.healthways.com

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chamber report
bRenTwood Cool sPRings ChambeR adds PRogRams FoR membeRs
uy Crossley is using words like expanding and prospering to describe how the Brentwood Cool Springs Chamber of Commerce is operating its organization in 2011. We have actually been re-gearing and restructuring for the last couple of years to make ourselves more valuable to our membership, says Crossley, chairman of the board with the

Brentwood Cool Springs Chamber. Weve been busy developing a number of vital and energetic programs. Women in Business One of those newer programs is called Women in Business, which is a group open to all area professional businesswomen. Women in Business gets together each month for a

90-minute luncheon at the Martin Center in Brentwood, and a guest speaker is always part of the entertainment docket. young professionals Council The YPC is open to any area professionals ages 21 to 40. A career development series luncheon is scheduled each month at the Brentwood Public Library, and a university is featured. economic and Community development Crossley says the chamber in 2011 is becoming more vocal in its support of good commercial development projects for Brentwood and Cool Springs. These days, we are adding sustainability, green building and other issues into the overall economic development equations that we back, he says. And Furthermore Crossley adds that many other functions, meetings and events are breathing new life into the chamber for 2011, and he credits chamber President/ CEO Cindi Parmenter and her staff for helping to organize and implement several initiatives. Kevin Litwin

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eCOnOmIC OveRvIeW
The economic climate in Brentwood and Williamson County is among the best in the state. nissan north America, mars Petcare, Tractor Supply Co., healthways, Community health Systems, verizon Wireless and many other major corporations have relocated their corporate or divisional headquarters to Brentwood or Williamson County. The city and county are home to an impressive range of industries music, health care, retail, publishing and more.

TAxes

TRAnspORTATIOn
nashville international airport 1 Terminal dr., Ste. 501 nashville, Tn 37214 (615) 275-1675 www.nashintl.com nashville Port authority 214 Second Ave. n. nashville, Tn 37201 (615) 862-6026

9.25%
City sales and use Tax

2.25%
InCOme
County sales Tax

$56,595
Per Capita income

7%
state sales Tax

$101,174
average annual household expenditure

9.25%
Total sales Tax

eCOnOmIC ResOuRCes
brentwood Cool springs Chamber of Commerce 5211 maryland Way, no. 1080 Brentwood, Tn 37027 (615) 373-1595 www.brentwood.org Tennessee department of economic & Community development 312 Rosa Parks Ave., 11th floor nashville, Tn 37243 (615) 741-1888 www.tennessee.gov/ecd williamson County office of economic development 1320 W. main St., Ste. 120 franklin, Tn 37064 (615) 261-2880 www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov government offices brentwood City hall P.o. Box 788 Brentwood, Tn 37024 (615) 371-0060 www.brentwood-tn.org williamson County government 1320 W. main St. franklin, Tn 37064 (615) 790-5700 www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov

mAjOR empLOyeRs
Coolsprings galleria 3,500 employees williamson County schools 2,500 employees Community health systems 1,800 employees williamson medical Center 1,300 employees nissan north america 1,300 employees hCa 920 employees Comdata Corporation 851 employees aim healthCare services, inc. 815 employees healthways 800 employees Ford motor Credit 800 employees

WORKFORCe

60,844
Total workforce

80%
white-Collar Jobs

20%
blue-Collar Jobs

eduCATIOn

20%
associate degree

39%
bachelors degree

28%
graduate degree

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Sports & Recreation

Busy Bodies
ResidenTs Can aCCess many Fun sPoTs
Participation is recommended in Brentwood/Cool Springs, with a number of healthy recreation options available for residents. here is a brief overview:

deerWOOd arBOretum and nature center

deerwood is a 27-acre natural area and state-certified arboretum that showcases native trees, migratory birds, butterflies and other wildlife. The park has a 1-mile walking and bikeway trail with 12 nature stations, ponds, a wildflower meadow and a nature center.

many puBlic parks

Brentwood is lucky to have plenty of beautiful public parks, including Concord, Granny White, maryland Way, owl Creek, Primm, River and Tower parks. Crockett Park is the largest with 164 acres of open fields, walking trails and athletic fields. it is also home to the historic Cool Springs house, the eddy Arnold Amphitheater and the Williamson County indoor Soccer facility.

little harpeth river

The Little harpeth waterway runs through Williamson and davidson counties, and a section spanning from Granny White Pike to highway 100 provides the best opportunities for whitewater kayaking, rafting and paddling. There are a few campgrounds and picnic spots along the Little harpeth, and one 7-mile stretch of the river is rated Class ii by American Whitewater.

Biking trails
Perhaps the most popular trail in the community is Brenthaven Bikeway Connector Trail, which connects both Crockett Park and River Park in Brentwood. The trail traverses an attractive wooded corridor along the Little harpeth River. other popular biking destinations in the area include harpeth Woods Trail, Cane Connector Trail and mill Creek Greenway Trail.

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for indoor as well as outdoor activity, the areas three ymCA branches Brentwood family ymCA, maryland farms ymCA and ymCA of Cool Springs stay bustling year round. The Brentwood/Cool Springs area is also home to multiple elite sports training complexes. d1 Sports Training provides custom sports training programs, including an nfL Combine training program, along with expert coaching and the latest in sports therapy. A-Game Sportsplex is a premier indoor sports complex focusing on basketball, hockey and volleyball.

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FiFtyFOrWard martin center

As for older adults, The fiftyforward martin Center has been welcoming the 50plus crowd since it opened in december 2002, and has seen significant growth in membership ever since. A variety of classes and programs are offered, plus special interest groups such as Word Smiths (writers), historical Seniors, mountain dulcimer musicians, martin men, Wine Sippers and Book Clubbers host many events. Kevin Litwin

For more info

deerwood arboretum & nature center brentwood-tn.org/index.aspx?page=152 brentwood family ymca ymcamidtn.org/center/brentwood-home maryland farms ymca ymcamidtn.org/center/marylandfarms-home ymca of cool springs ymcamidtn.org/center/cool-springs.htm d1 sports training d1sportstraining.com a-game sportsplex agamesportsplex.com fiftyforward martin center themartincenter.tripod.com

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businesses disPlay loCal aRTisTs woRK
Local artists work gets some high-traffic exposure at Brentwood businesses and other popular places around the community. The idea is to support local talent while beautifying public spaces, and the trend is catching on. BrentWOOd liBrary
making art a part of the community has long been a tradition at the Brentwood Library. Paintings, sculptures and other works from regional artists can be found on the gallery wall and in a glass display case. eleven exhibits are featured annually, and each month a different artist is featured on the gallery wall. The committee limits its focus to local artists work most of the time. The goal is to present as many types of art as possible, knowing that one persons favorite abstract will look like paint smears to someone else.

FiFtyFOrWard martin center

Another place that features local artwork is Brentwoods fiftyforward martin Center. in addition to offering art programs and classes to its members, the center also hosts events such as zoes Gallery of friends, an annual art exhibition and sale with works from more than 40 local artists.

pinnacle Financial partners

Several Brentwood/Cool Springs businesses exhibit art and buy it to form a permanent collection. That has always been part of the business plan at Pinnacle financial Partners, which has collected more than 500 original works since opening its doors in downtown nashville in 2001. Pinnacle purposefully selects some of those pieces from Williamson County artists so it can support the community. The Brentwood office also partners with various local galleries for nine annual exhibits that are rotated among its different locations, and it also uses local artwork for holiday cards and other correspondence sent to clients. Joe Morris

BrentWOOd academy
Brentwood Academy is proud of the artwork created by its students, as well as the community. Galleries showcasing the artwork are featured throughout the schools campus, including the middle school and upper school lobbies, the gallery in the yellow house (the schools visual arts center) and the hallways of the fine Arts Center. Brentwood Academy also displays a permanent collection of paintings and other artwork from local artists in administrative areas, entrances and lobbies in the schools buildings.

Jeff AdkinS

Clockwise from top: a painting by Taylor davis is among the many pieces of student artwork decorating the walls of brentwood academy; artwork at the brentwood library; a painting on the gallery wall in the brentwood library

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schools of thought
bRenTwood/Cool sPRings eduCaTion deseRves high maRKs

AnTony BoShieR

The Brentwood/Cool Springs education system has several top-notch schools for students of all ages, from the Williamson County Schools district to local private schools. here is a brief overview: WilliamsOn cOunty schOOls
Brentwood residents have access to 12 public schools that are part of the Williamson County Schools district. There are seven elementary schools (Crockett, edmondson, Grassland, kenrose, Lipscomb, Scales and Sunset) and three middle schools (Brentwood, Sunset and Woodland). The district is also home to Brentwood high School and Ravenwood high School. The facility has undergone five construction additions during its short history to accommodate growing enrollment. The school is ranked as one of the Top 1,000 u.S. high Schools by Newsweek, and several Brentwood Bruins sports teams have won Tennessee high school state championships in recent years.

BrentWOOd high
Brentwood high School opened in 1982 and today has more than 1,500 students with a 22 to 1 student-to-teacher ratio.

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Ravenwood high School opened in the fall of 2002 with 51 classrooms, seven computer labs, 10 science labs, a Tv production facility, band and choral rooms, art rooms and a counseling center. original enrollment was 540 students and today there are 1,900 students on campus. RhS is known for its students high test scores, fine arts programs and athletics. Speaking of athletics, the Ravenwood Raptors football team won the 2005 Tennessee 5A high school state championship, in only the schools fourth year of existence.

120 years. A k-12 school, BGA takes its mission and its community roots seriously. established in 1889, the college preparatory school is dedicated to the intellectual, moral, creative and physical growth of its students.

For more information

Williamson County Schools www.wcs.edu Brentwood High School www.wcs.edu/bhs Ravenwood High School www.wcs.edu/rhs Battle Ground Academy www.battleground academy.org Brentwood Academy www.brentwood academy.com

BrentWOOd academy
The private Brentwood Academy is a coeducational, independent, collegepreparatory school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year is 760 students, and tuition is $17,200 a year. The students-to-faculty ratio at Brentwood Academy is 12 to 1, and the school is also known for its successful sports teams. Kevin Litwin

Battle grOund academy

Student achievement in and out of the classroom has been the goal at prestigious private school system Battle Ground Academy, which has been serving the areas youth for more than

students study outside (top left) while younger students make their way to the next class (bottom) at battle ground academy.

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step up to the plate

Food sCene leTs PaTRons eaT, dRinK and Chill
The Brentwood/Cool Springs food scene is lucky to have many iconic restaurants. With such a variety of flavors, from sweet treats to sushi (almost) too pretty to eat, local restaurants are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

puFFy muFFin
This landmark breakfastand-lunch destination began in Brentwood in 1986 and now has a satellite location in Cool Springs. menu items at Puffy muffin include pastries, omelets, soups, sandwiches and, of course, muffins.

iveycake
Whether its lemon blueberry , banana walnut or classic chocolate, iveyCake bakery has a cupcake to please. The cupcakery, which also has a branch in nearby downtown franklin, boasts more than 20 flavors. Plus, every yummy bite is made from scratch.

Wild iris
A favorite of Brentwoods neighborhood restaurants, Wild iris has a great menu, wine list and full bar. The restaurant appeals to all crowds and features an outdoor patio for a fun yet intimate dining experience.

Wild ginger
A sleek spot for business lunches or live music after dark, Cool Springs Wild Ginger serves innovative fusion cuisine focusing on Pacific Rim flavors. dine in to enjoy the infinity pool, modern patio and sushi bar. dont miss the kobe Beef appetizer, served on lava rock with citrus wasabi and a spicy aioli.

mere Bulles
The landmark restaurant in maryland farms is in an original plantation house. diners include the areas pool of professionals, special-occasion groups, couples and families. Best bets at mere Bulles are the simple steaks, prime rib and daily blue plate lunch specials.

kalamatas
A favorite for health conscious mediterranean dining is Brentwood Places kalamatas, where specialties include savory lamb, hummus and stuffed grape leaves.

peters sushi & thai

The popular eatery on franklin Road in Brentwood has sushi and sashimi, plus popular rare items such as chirashi, white tuna and yellowtail collar. other top menu choices include the dragon roll or caterpillar roll.

JeFFersOns restaurant
With a friendly atmosphere in the maryland farms area of Brentwood, Jeffersons offers burgers, fresh gulf oysters and famous wings in flavors like lemon pepper, barbecue and teriyaki.

Clockwise from top: Cashew-crusted salmon with butternut risotto, arugula in a blood orange chimichurri, fig jam and peppadew gastrique at wild iris; elegant entrees are served in an historic setting at mere bulles; Fried ice cream is a favorite dessert at Peters sushi & Thai.

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for classic Southern meat-and-three dining (thats a meat entree with three sides, for the uninitiated), locals love City Cafes down-home charm. youll never eat alone here just join the community table and make a new friend while you dine.

cOOl springs hOtspOts

meanwhile, neighboring Cool Springs is a restaurant mecca with dozens of great eateries, including Bread & Company, Panera Bread, Stoney River Legendary Steaks, five Guys Burgers and fries, and much more. Kevin Litwin
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Nashville Golf Athletic Club

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health & Wellness

prognosis positive
healTh oPTions PRovide good mediCine
health care for Brentwood/ Cool Springs residents is just what the doctor ordered, with convenient access to Williamson medical Center, as well as top hospitals in metro nashville. vanderBilt university medical center
known for its medical science and compassion for patients, vanderbilt university medical Center campus in nashville is within 30 minutes of Brentwood, including monroe Carell Jr. Childrens hospital, vanderbilt-ingram Cancer Center and the nashville veterans Administration medical Center. however, health care is also even closer to home at vanderbilts many local centers, including both vanderbilt Brentwood Primary Care and vanderbilt medical Group locations in Brentwood. in Cool Springs, services have expanded to include four locations with six different specialties to serve one of Williamson Countys fastest-growing areas: vanderbilt-ingram Cancer Center, Cool Springs; vanderbilt medical Group, Cool Springs; vanderbilt Rheumatology, Cool Springs and vanderbilt orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Cool Springs. 15,000 surgeries annually, and deliver 7,000 babies.

tristar
TriStar Medical Group is part of the Hospital Corporation of Americas TriStar Health System and is made up of a network of physicians throughout middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky. Angela L. Willis, a family practice physician affiliated with Southern Hills Medical Center, relocated her practice to Lenox Village, near Brentwood, in August 2009. Services include physicals, immunizations, womens health care and more. For additional information, visit www.angelawillismd.com.

centennial medical center

Centennial medical Center has 615 licensed beds and more than 1,200 physicians covering a wide variety of specialties. The campus is home to facilities such as The Sarah Cannon Cancer Center, The Womens hospital at Centennial, the Centennial heart Center and the Parthenon Pavilion at Centennial psychiatric complex.

st. thOmas hOspital

This medical facility has been devoted to physical, emotional and spiritual healing since 1899. Today, St. Thomas provides adult specialty health care to more than 2 million residents of Tennessee, kentucky and Alabama. The hospital has 541 acute care beds; 1,800 employees; 750 affiliated physicians and 32,000 emergency room visits per year. Kevin Litwin

WilliamsOn medical center

The 185-bed hospital has nearly 1,000 employees and its physicians represent more than 50 specialties. All specialists have many years of additional education after completing medical school. Services at Williamson medical include a breast health center, cancer care, cardiac services, heartburn treatment, a joint and spine center, and a sleep center.

Baptist hOspital
Baptist is the largest not-for-profit community hospital in middle Tennessee, licensed for 683 beds and staffed by 1,800 employees. its main campus covers more than six city blocks. There are 47,000 emergency room visits per year, and Baptist hospital doctors perform
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COmmunITy OveRvIeW
Brentwood is considered to be one of the most desirable suburban locations in Tennessee because of its high standard of living, abundant recreational amenities and top-quality schools. Brentwood is located in Williamson County, and its residents are within 5 miles of CoolSprings Galleria, 16 miles from the nashville international Airport and 13 miles from downtown nashville.

HOuseHOLd InFORmATIOn CLImATe

88%
white

89
July average high

37,159 42

Total Population

5%
black

25
January average low

median Resident age

2%
hispanic

COsT OF LIvInG

69%
married

5%
other

$114,878
median household income

31%
single

numBeRs TO KnOW
Drivers License williamson County driver service Center 3830 Carothers Pkwy., franklin (615) 790-5515 www.tennessee.gov Vehicle Registration williamson County Clerk 1320 W. main St., franklin (615) 790-5712 www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov

$392,000
median home Price

27%

age 19 and under

$1,065
median Rent for a Two-bedroom apartment

46%
age 20-54

TIme zOne
Central

27%

age 55 and over

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get the story Behind the photo

now that youve experienced Brentwood cool springs through our photos, see it through the eyes of our photographers. visit imagesbrentwood.com to view our exclusive photographers blog documenting what all went in to capturing those perfect moments. FrOm Our phOtO BlOg: BrentWOOd cOOl springs
ive lived in Tennessee my entire life and i dont remember ever seeing it snow as much as it has this year. it seems like every time it starts to warm up, were hit with another snowstorm. i woke up early last week to another snowy day only this time it was also sunny. i grabbed my camera, locked my Jeep in four-wheel drive and headed out. i was shooting at Crockett Park in Brentwood when i saw this guy walking his two dogs down a nature trail. it happened so quickly that i only got a couple of shots before he and his dogs disappeared into the woods.

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