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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Pleasanton is a city in Alameda County that has been ranked as one of America’s best cities in which to live.
- Located about 25 miles east of Oakland, Pleasanton was ranked the wealthiest middle-sized city in the United States and is home to the headquarters of large businesses such as Nordstrom, Macy’s, and Safeway.
- Boasting fantastic weather and plenty of community parks and regional spaces, Pleasanton offers much in the way of outdoor recreation.
- Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park is a 9,090-acre playground of preserved natural land made available for hikers, bikers, equestrians, and cyclists with breathtaking views of Pleasanton and the Livermore Valley.
- The sprawling 270-acre Alameda County Fairgrounds hosts a variety of tradeshows and community events, including the annual Alameda County Fair, which has been running since 1912.
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