CLIMATE: One of the nicest things about Ava is the climate. Located atop the Ozark Mountain Plateau, it enjoys a definite four season climate with much milder temperatures than the upland plains or prairie sections of the state. Ava enjoys an abundance of sunshine, low wind velocity, mild temperatures and favorable humidity. Ava temperature ranges: Spring 46-83, Summer 59-97, Fall 38-55, Winter 24-55. Just a great place to be.

POPULATION: Ava's climate and low cost of living makes it a most desirable place to live. The population of 2,976 in town residents and nearly 12,000 county residents encourages many small business, therefore most services found in much more populated areas are found here also.
UTILITIES: Ava owns and operates its own water and electric systems,
thereby offering much lower utility rates in comparison to other
communities of like size. The county area is served by the White River
Valley Electric Co-Op for electricity and by individually dug wells for
water. The topography of the area produces many clear, cool springs thus creating a spring like source of water for the individual family well. Propane gas and heating oil are available from local private companies. The city also has natural gas available.

SCHOOLS: Douglas County is blessed with excellent educational
opportunities. The local school system is rated AAA by the state. There are two elementary schools located in the rural areas. Higher education is available from several major universities (located in Springfield).
Locally, Ozark Technical College and Drury College offer courses in our
community. There are also private schools available.

GOVERNMENT:The City government is composed of a mayor and four council members. The county has a system of commissioners with the presiding commissioner controlling the county government with the assistance of an eastern area and western area commissioner and the other usual elected officials such as: assessor, clerk, recorder, collector, treasurer, etc.

LAW & FIRE PROTECTION: The city of Ava has a police chief and several officers providing excellent protection in our community. The city also provides fire protection with a fire chief and several volunteer firefighters/first responders. The county has an elected sheriff with several deputies assisting him.

EMPLOYMENT:Ava nestles in the heart of the cow/calf growing center of Missouri. Missouri now ranks as the second state in the cattle producing business with dairying not far behind. Douglas County produces its share. Agriculture is a very important industry in the Ozarks. Ava is also blessed with several light industries as follows: Copeland Corporation, Rawlings Manufacturing Co., and Hagale Industries. Other major employers are: Heath & Son Feed & Supply, Ava R-1 School District, Heart of the Ozarks Health Care Center, Wal-Mart, Town & Country Supermarket and McDonald's. RECREATION: Ava and Douglas County sit in the middle of a most diverse recreational area. For the hunter and fisherman there are few places with equal opportunities. There are deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoon, rabbits
and other small game in the lush woodlands and meadows. The streams of the are sandy bottomed with crystal clear water. Trout, black bass, sunfish, crappie and all forms of stream animals abound. Just 30 minutes south of Ava is one of the premier bass fishing lakes in the country. This lake has many large open areas inviting boating, water skiing and all other water sports. Bucks and Spurs Guest Ranch is a new facility in our area, offering family vacations, executive retreats, hunting, fishing and guide service.The newly remodeled Lodge offers comfortable, yet rustic accommodations and red cedar cabin.
Ava has a bowling alley with very competitive leagues year round. There is a private country club with golf course. The city of Ava Parks & Recreation Department offers spring and fall soccer, summer little league baseball and swim team. The parks also offer a beautiful swimming pool and tennis courts along with pavilions, playground equipment and a newly constructed lighted walking trail. A recent grant provided the planting of over 80 new trees throughout the park.

COMMUNICATIONS: There is one AM./FM radio station in Ava along with one weekly newspaper. Douglas County is closely related to the Springfield area and is serviced by several T.V. stations and a daily newspaper. Cable T.V is available in the city limits. Internet services are provided by Greater Ozarks Information Network and public access stations are available at the Douglas County Public Library, Ava Community Center and the Ava Area Chamber of Commerce office. These access stations are provided free of charge to the community.
CHURCHES: Churches of all denominations are readily available. Many small, community type churches dot the area. These churches, having been established early in the century, attest to the determination and
perseverance of the population.

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