Battle Creek has a skilled work force large enough to help attract new economic development.
LAND USE Battle Creek manages growth to prevent sprawl at the edge of the City's developed areas, to promote new development at urban densities and to encourage reinvestment in older areas of the City. Downtown Battle Creek has a significant residential population and serves as an activity center for surrounding neighborhoods. Battle Creek's existing commercial corridors, such as Beckley Road and Columbia, West Michigan and Capital Avenues, continue to serve as viable business and office locations. Battle Creek has revitalized neighborhoods providing a range of housing choices with rising property values in a safe and attractive environment. Battle Creek's newly developed neighborhoods expand the range of lifestyle choices within the City.