Distinguished as one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, Carmel City offers a dynamic community with award-winning schools, thriving businesses, and family-oriented neighborhoods.  Planners and residents share a commitment to preserving the area's vitality and beauty through controlled expansion.  The Meridian Corridor in Carmel is one of the finest business address in the nation, home to many leading corporations.  An attractive and diversified selection of housing in more than 120 neighborhoods offer everything from turn-of-the-century bungalows to showcase manors and suburban family homes.  The Carmel/Clay Monon Greenway trail, ice skating rink, indoor soccer, racquet club, symphony orchestra, a community theatre group, and Carmel Arts Council and Gallery are just a few of the attractions.  Area youth receive a quality education in the Carmel Clay Schools.  The city's active parks and recreation department continues to develop quality facilities and programs for all ages and interests.  Horseback riding, laser tag, field trips, language classes, karate, dance lessons, and a kaleidoscope of other activities are all available.  Nearby Turkey Run State Park provides a wealth of options for outdoor adventure including canoeing and rafting.