10 Things You May Not Know About Florence
1		Florence’s original city limits formed a circle with a 1 mile radius. You can still see traces of the circular outline on city maps. You can also see a marker at the old center point on Baroody Street.
2		The Florence Fire Department’s oldest working fire truck is 89 years old. (Don’t worry; the 1918 Seagrave has been officially retired!)
3		Seven elected officials serve the City of Florence; 6 city council members and 1 mayor.
4		The City of Florence has 14 parks/recreation areas. That’s about 600 acres for swinging, climbing, sliding, walking or throwing a stick for your dog—so get up and get out!
5		In fiscal year 2005-2006, the city issued 3,918 businesses licenses.
6		On an average day, 13,000,000 gallons of water are processed by the City’s Water Service.
7		There are 19.8 square miles within the Florence City Limits.
8		Careline is a number you can call to report things that need attention within the city limits. Dial 843-665-2273. (A living, breathing human will answer during business hours.)
9		The City of Florence has a population of about 31,000 people.
10		One of Florence’s best known intersections is called “Five Points”, but 4 streets actually meet there.