Williamsburg, IA is a small town in Iowa with a population of around 2,000 people. The town is known for its quaint charm and unique attractions. Visitors to Williamsburg enjoy the many restaurants, shops, antique stores, parks, and other attractions available. There are also plenty of outdoor activities to take part in such as fishing and camping. Reviews of Williamsburg often point out the friendly locals, cleanliness and safety of the town, its low cost of living, and its slow pace of life. Those who visit Williamsburg enjoy the attractive downtown area with a variety of restaurants and shops as well as historic sites like the Williamsburg Train Depot from the 1800s. The town's atmosphere is one of peace and tranquility making it an ideal place to live or visit for those looking for a peaceful retreat away from city life.
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Unfriendly, poorly run and over-priced. - 10/13/2011
I've lived in this community for a long time, and I am part of generations who came before me that called this town home. Unfortunately the past 20 years have not been so kind. While the community has grown, it's leaders have made poor decisions in securing the town's future long-term. Currently (2011), housing rates are almost twice that of surrounding communities, while the school spends below the national average per student. The majority of the funds seem to go to unnecessary cosmetic projects and the local police budget, of which even the current Chief of Police lives outside of town and thus does not pay any city taxes (his current home was recently assessed at almost a half million dollars which isn't too bad for a public servant with no degree). The police also have little formal training and/or experience, yet they have the latest equipment and get new vehicles annually. They seem to generate revenue by pulling over out-of-towners for going 2 miles an hour. They are also
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