Perhaps no community catches the Spirit of America more than the City of American Fork. Tenderly balancing the small-town charm, it was founded with big-city retail and opportunity, American Fork enjoys steady growth in industry and population. American Fork is often referred to by the locals as A.F. and the town resides at the foot of Mount Timpanogos in the Wasatch Range. Money Magazine named American Fork one of the top 100 places to live in the United States (2005). The City is a regional hub, home to a great hospital, the Alpine School District headquarters, and the Meadows shopping district. Interstate 15 runs through the city, providing convenient access to Salt Lake City (30 minutes) and downtown Provo (20 minutes). Seventy percent of residents report some college education, and 35 percent of residents hold college degrees. American Fork's workforce has a rare and unique skill set, boasting an unmatched number of bilingual residents of all ages. American Fork City is managed by a council and mayor form of government, with a City Administrator managing the daily affairs of the City. The City is supported by Administration, Parks and Recreations, Public Works, Planning, Library, Police, and Fire. American Fork City’s mission is to provide excellence in service to residents, visitors, and business community to foster a high quality of life.