Orchard Lake Village is a small, exclusive suburb of Metro
Detroit located in Oakland County in the U.S.
state of Michigan. The population was 2,215 at the 2000 census.
Though
its exact position is oft disputed, Oakland County is touted as the
wealthiest county in the Midwestern United States and the
fourth wealthiest county in the United States among those with a population
that exceeds 1 million[1].
Orchard
Lake
Village
is ranked as the 7th highest income city in
Michigan
.[2].
Orchard
Lake
Village
nestles among sparkling lakes in
Oakland County
,
Michigan
, about 25 miles northwest of
Detroit
. The City is
a special place, made unique by its lakes, great natural beauty, colorful
history, prosperous citizenry and high-quality residential living. About 43
percent of the City of Orchard Lake Village is occupied by lakes and ponds.
The City surrounds its namesake,
Orchard
Lake
, but also includes a portion
of
Upper
Straits
Lake
and borders, along its
northern limits, the waters of
Cass
Lake
. A number of
smaller lakes, ponds and wetlands reside within the community as well.
These water features and their associated woodlands and wildlife have long
attracted settlers to the area-- from the Native Americans, who hunted and
fished among the lakes, to the residents of today, who enjoy beauty,
recreational opportunities and comfortable living that the community
provides. The City of Orchard Lake Village is a small community of
incomparable natural beauty, accentuated by pristine lakes, woodlands,
wetlands and other natural features. Within this setting, a unique,
upscale, small, predominantly residential community has been created,
fostering among residents a profound sensitivity to the City's natural
features and rich history, supported chiefly by its residential economic
base. The City strives to sustain this thriving community and outstanding
quality of life for all residents far into the future.
http://www.cityoforchardlake.com/
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