Population: 46,553
Weather/Climate: Four seasons
Predominant Languages: English, Spanish, Pashto, Dan
Diaspora / Communities: Refugee and immigrant population; University of Virginia (UVA) student and alumni populations
Neighboring cities/counties: Ruckersville, Gordonsville, Waynesboro, Madison
Main Industry:
• Tourism/Entertainment: weddings, theater festival, music venues, book festival, wineries, and breweries
Education:
• Primary Schools: Six elementary, one middle, one high school
• Colleges/Universities: University of Virginia and Piedmont Virginia Community College
The extent of government interest in and support for city pairing
We are a government commission currently in the exploration phase.
The extent of private groups/organizations interest
Exploratory
Awards / Recognitions
• Top ranking for best place to live in the U.S.
• Top 50 ranking for best place to launch a small business in the U.S.
• Top ranking for best place to retire in the U.S.
• Recognition in architecture, environmental sustainability, wine tourism
What spurred interest for city pairing?
Cultural and architectural; educational; former Peace Corp in Poland
What does your city have to offer to a potential Sister City?
We are a beautiful, historical college city with a historical downtown mall, many entertainment venues, wineries and breweries.
Thematic interests
City of Indio is interested in:
• Virtual cultural exchanges, festivals and activities
• Organizing global travel exchanges
• Youth/student exchange programs
• Supporting developing communities
• Humanitarian projects
• Economic partnerships / business development / trade delegations
• Virtual classroom partnerships
• Municipal governance exchanges
• Hosting Annual/regional conferences
Geographic & Regional Interests
Regional Interests: Europe – specifically, Poland
Primary Contact
Name: Cher Stewart
Phone: 434-227-9668
Email: [email protected]
Secondary Contact
Name: Kimberly Hayes
Phone: 301-806-0203
Email: [email protected]
Organization: Sister Cities of Charlottesville