Gilbert Area Information
While Scottsdale may appeal to the urban cowboy Gilbert preserves the true essence of the grassroots farming and ranching communities of the past. Once a center for cattle sheep dairy and other agri-business Gilbert was known in the World War I cavalry days as the nations hay shipping capital. As one of the driving forces behind the East Valleys population surge Gilbert experienced phenomenal growth in the latter decades of the 20th century. Between 1980 and 1990 the municipality claimed Arizonas growth record for that decade by quintupling its population. Within recent years hundreds of employers have relocated their businesses to this booming community adding thousands of jobs to the diverse economic base. Equestrians will appreciate the attractive horse properties and mini- ranches that are available in a town that annually hosts one of the largest rodeos in the entire nation. The annual Gilbert Days celebration kicks off with a magnificent parade followed by three days of nonstop rodeo thrills and spills. Ideally positioned to accommodate further residential and commercial growth the Gilbert area has the advantage of civic leaders who recognize the value of preserving recreational and open space such as the prime 40-acre site for recreation rodeo and equestrian events. The cooperative effort between the city planners and members of the local business community guarantees Gilberts place as one of the outstanding business and living environments in the entire Southwest. This progressive attitude also encourages the continued development and expansion of quality educational healthcare retail and recreational amenities. Athletic fields tennis courses golf courses and bridle trails are scattered throughout the area; while Freestone Park provides 65 acres of bicycle and jogging paths playgrounds picnic areas and lighted softball fields. Area residents can attend horse shows pursue adult education courses or cast a fishing line in Freestones stocked lakes. They can also hike bicycle and horseback ride along miles of well-maintained local trails. With its reputation for outstanding services and efficient local government Gilbert will be reinforcing its reputation as a Community of Excellence for decades as the new millennium continues to unfold.
Statistics & Facts
The population of Gilbert is approximately 109,697 (2000).
The approximate number of families is 37,007 (2000).
Gilbert elevation is 1,273 feet above sea level.
Gilbert median income is .$68,032 (2000).
The Gilbert median home price is $188,400 (2002).
Location
Gilbert location: eight miles southeast of Phoenix and directly south of Mesa.
Climate & Weather
The climate for Gilbert is enjoyable. There are an average of 310 days of sunshine each year. The dry climate averages 33% humidity each year.
The weather in Gilbert is warm and sunny during the day and cool at night.
Gilbert average annual rainfall is 7.66 inches per year
The average low temperature is 63.1 degrees F.
The average high temperature is 86.9 degrees F.
History
Gilbert is a young, affluent community in central Arizona. Incorporated on July 6, 1920, Gilbert is a relatively new community that has seen tremendous growth during the past two decades. The 2003 Gilbert Community Profile provides a broad overview of this growing town and metropolitan area, including demo-graphics, business resources, and community resources. It is an excellent reference for businesses and residents alike.
In 1902, the Arizona Eastern Railway asked for donations of right of way in order to establish a rail line between Phoenix and Florence. A rail siding was established on property owned by William "Bobby" Gilbert. The siding, and the town that sprung up around it, eventually became known as Gilbert. Gilbert was a prime farming community, fueled by the construction of the Roosevelt Dam and the Eastern and Consolidated Canals in 1911. It remained an agriculture town for many years, and was known as the "Hay Capital of the World" until the late 1920s. Gilbert began to take its current shape during the 1970s when the Town Council approved a strip annexation that encompassed 53 square miles of county land. Although the population was only 1,971 in 1970 the Council realized that Gilbert would eventually grow and develop much like the neighboring communities of Tempe, Mesa, and Chandler. This proved to be a farsighted decision as Gilbert positioned itself for growth in the 1980s and beyond. (Source: http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/econdev/profile/history.cfm)
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