ABOUT DOWNEY
We are home to where the Apollo Space Program began its journey to the stars.
Downey is where you can find the world’s oldest McDonalds restaurant and the
site of the first Taco Bell eatery. This is the city where the pop recording
artist "The Carpenters" were inspired with many hit records. Today, our city
is admired for its strong retail base with quality housing.
Downey is a unique community in the heart of Southern California that combines the best
of both large and small. We are an active city of 110,000 with a small town atmosphere.
This is a place of pride, history, involvement, and community. We are highly recognized
for our centralized location, top medical facilities, quality residential neighborhoods
and schools, excellent golf courses, and an unmatched family lifestyle. In fact, Downey
has been rated in the top 25% of "100 Best Cities To Do Business in California" by
California Business Magazine. Downey's winning formula can be the key to your business
success or family lifestyle. Come discover Downey, the place where America began its
journey to the stars.
City of Downey
11111 Brookshire Avenue
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-7246
webmaster@downeyca.org
