Owing to the excellence and diversity of Iowa State, Ames has the amenities of a larger city while also maintaining the quality of life of a small town. It is safe, connected, manageable, and environmentally friendly. We actively value the diversity of all our residents their culture, age, gender, ability and economic status. Each provides an indispensable energy to the community. The community has a variety of central places throughout the city, each having a distinct character.
Downtown is a focus for the entire community.
It is a common place where citizens can engage each other in formal and informal ways from sharing a common promenade to more structured art, entertainment and civic events. We care about the quality and beauty of what we build for business and living. We enjoy and protect the historic legacy of our community. The city looks appealing from gateways to neighborhoods. Wellness and Safety Healthy mind, healthy body, healthy community describes Ames.