Sentences with phrase «livability in»

Equally detailed with livability in mind, additional features of this 3,008 - square - foot, two - story eco-home include a secure and private end of a cul - de-sac location backing to a scenic agricultural preserve.

And although the specter of sprawl is most often associated with mega-cities, the loss of greenspace is just as much a threat to livability in smaller communities such as Bloomington, Ind..

NAR believes two provisions that help create livability in communities across the United States will be included in the final transportation package: Complete Streets Policies and the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP).

Fortunately, Jeep hasn't neglected the need for livability in the pursuit of this off - road capability.

«Jamaica is a neighborhood with a number of tremendous strengths, and today we officially begin building upon these incredible assets to create quality jobs, support businesses, promote economic development, and improve livability in the area,» said NYCEDC President Kyle Kimball.

City Unveils Aggressive and Holistic Plan to Stimulate Smart Growth and Improve Livability in Jamaica NEW YORK — Mayor Bill de Blasio, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz, and Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development Alicia Glen today announced the launch of the Jamaica Now Action Plan, which outlines 21 strategic actions for the revitalization and growth of -LSB-...]

We remain concerned that today's «No» outcome will negatively affect livability in the region, and that our economy and businesses will suffer without transportation improvements.

Neither city saw an improvement in their scores and their advances were largely due to declines in livability in other cities.

To get maximum functionality and livability in such a tiny footprint, Wilson leaned more on industrial designers than architects for Kasita's design.

Not exact matches

The Reputation Institute's list, much like The Economist's livability ranking (in which Vancouver and Toronto also score very well), is dominated by mid-sized cities.

Vancouver, Toronto and Calgary all placed highly in The Economist's 2012 livability ranking, but Vancouverites may be bitter nonetheless.

Baptist explained that both cities rank in the top rating of livability, with Singapore beating Hong Kong by having better infrastructure.

The port city of Tianjin saw the sharpest fall in its livability score among the eight Chinese cities surveyed, with the drop compounded by a decline in its environment score following an explosion at a chemical factory a year ago.

For example, on a five - year average, Paris» rating has dropped 3.7 percent to 91.1 in 2016, making it one of the ten biggest declines in livability scores over five years.

But in an environment rife with the fallout from ongoing civil wars in the Middle East, threats of global terrorism, civil unrest and territorial disputes in Asian waters, many cities have seen their livability scores decline.

Chinese cities, for example, saw slight declines in their livability scores due to the ongoing territorial disputes taking place in the South China Sea, which has seen military escalation from several countries.

We recognize Metro Vancouver's population will grow by an estimated I million people over the next 25 years and believe collectively, we have the generational opportunity to invest in the future livability and economic well - being of our region.

Livability, the UK's largest Christian disability charity, has joined forces with Premier Mind and Soul, the UK's largest Christian mental health information charity, to create a new resource that will give churches a better understanding of those with mental health needs in their congregations.

But, most important, he showed that what at first glance seems to be unpleasant crowding could in fact improve livability.

The Action Plan is a culmination of the Jamaica Now Planning Initiative and is designed to address the challenges that have faced the Jamaica area in recent years by providing workforce training and small business support, initiating new mixed - use development anchored by affordable housing, and improving the livability of the neighborhood through investments in safety measures, green spaces, and more.

At 10 a.m., AARP, the Asian American Federation, Hispanic Federation, NAACP and Urban League join Tony Award - winning actress Priscilla Lopez, Senator Jesse Hamilton and Assembly Members Marcos Crespo and Yuh - Line Niou for launch of policy solutions agenda to address disparities in health, economic security and livability that are hurting New York state's communities of color; City University of New York Graduate Center, 365 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan.

In addition, «The New New York Works For Business» launch follows a recent report by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce that placed New York among the Top 10 states for growth, productivity and livability.

It's essential to livability,» Levine said in a statement, noting that these workers are critical for the city's Park Equity Agenda that aims to improve long - neglected parks in low - to - moderate - income neighborhoods.

Billboard Bans A comprehensive ban on broadcast advertising (e.g. billboards, bus banners, excessive retail signage) in public spaces would greatly improve the livability of any city I have ever seen.

-- 7) Forest models for Montana that account for changes in both climate and resulting vegetation distribution and patterns; 8) Models that account for interactions and feedbacks in climate - related impacts to forests (e.g., changes in mortality from both direct increases in warming and increased fire risk as a result of warming); 9) Systems thinking and modeling regarding climate effects on understory vegetation and interactions with forest trees; 10) Discussion of climate effects on urban forests and impacts to cityscapes and livability; 11) Monitoring and time - series data to inform adaptive management efforts (i.e., to determine outcome of a management action and, based on that outcome, chart future course of action); 12) Detailed decision support systems to provide guidance for managing for adaptation.

Formulates and recommends Departmental policies, plans and guidelines related to the natural and human environment, including efforts regarding resiliency and climate mitigation; livability and quality of life in states and communities; equity and economic growth; historic preservation, and bicycle and pedestrian transportation.

In addition to the TIFIA loan, the project utilized $ 47.6 million in CTA funds, $ 50,000 from Illinois DOT, $ 10 million in federal Bus Livability grants, $ 35 million in Regional Transit Authority bonds and $ 18.19 million in TIGER grant proceedIn addition to the TIFIA loan, the project utilized $ 47.6 million in CTA funds, $ 50,000 from Illinois DOT, $ 10 million in federal Bus Livability grants, $ 35 million in Regional Transit Authority bonds and $ 18.19 million in TIGER grant proceedin CTA funds, $ 50,000 from Illinois DOT, $ 10 million in federal Bus Livability grants, $ 35 million in Regional Transit Authority bonds and $ 18.19 million in TIGER grant proceedin federal Bus Livability grants, $ 35 million in Regional Transit Authority bonds and $ 18.19 million in TIGER grant proceedin Regional Transit Authority bonds and $ 18.19 million in TIGER grant proceedin TIGER grant proceeds.

Editor - in - Chief Mike Floyd also touched on the livability theme.

The TIGER discretionary grant program is a DOT program that invests in innovative surfacetransportation projects, including multimodal and multi-jurisdictional projects, which willhave a significant impact on the Nation, a metropolitan area, or a region: road, rail, transit, and port projects that promise to achieve critical national objectives (e.g., safety, state ofgood repair, economic competitiveness, livability, sustainability).

That said, after spending a week behind the wheel of this Italian marvel, I can not think of another car that, in one package, combines such beauty, speed, refinement, comfort, quality, livability, character, and sheer sex appeal as the 488.

Investment in transit infrastructure also contributes to the livability of our cities and communities by reducing air pollution, reducing congestion (during peak commuting periods) and promoting urban land use patterns (that reduce energy use).

DUBUQUE, Iowa — U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood celebrated the ribbon cutting on the $ 137 million Historic Millwork District multimodal improvement project, a keystone in a strategy to reinvigorate the community by attracting both businesses and residents through expanded transportation options and improved livability.

And we're trying to achieve something we call livability, which is basically enabling people to have more choices in how to get around.

Looking past the performance metrics, this SRT - tuned Durango also makes a strong case for itself by virtue of the fact that it demands zero compromise in terms of livability versus the standard models, and FCA's latest Uconnect system continues to score points on the infotainment front.

While the four - cylinder engine feels adequate in terms of livability, it's not nearly as satisfying to use as the V6, with slowish acceleration and an uninspiring engine note.

On the American side of the spectrum, the Dodge Charger offers that classic RWD, muscle car vibe with the everyday livability found in both the Maxima and Avalon.

Combining ability and livability like no other heavy - duty pickup, it's no wonder the Ford Super Duty has won the best full - size pickup resale value award three years in a row.

In the real world, the latter is where the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk will likely spend the vast majority of its time, so while competence in the dirt is obviously important, the requirement of day - to - day livability is equally vitaIn the real world, the latter is where the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk will likely spend the vast majority of its time, so while competence in the dirt is obviously important, the requirement of day - to - day livability is equally vitain the dirt is obviously important, the requirement of day - to - day livability is equally vital.

While competence in the dirt is obviously important, the requirement of day - to - day livability is equally vital.

Boston has one of the highest livability rankings in the country even though it has a higher cost of living than most states.

The stars at night are big and bright deep in the heart of Texas, and when it comes to economic prosperity, education, and all - around livability, the Lone Star State outshines the competition.

There are lots of homeowners with separate apartments in the house or a converted garage or a backyard cottage — those are usually the most affordable, but their livability can vary drastically and whether you enjoy living there can be very dependent on whether or not your landlord is a jerk.

But where some of these neighbourhoods lose a few marks for value, they more than make up for it in when you consider price momentum and the livability factor.

All of the 10 cities we've chosen for our study have something unique to offer, but they share a common thread in terms of their affordability and livability for retirees...

Although most of the cities in our study don't approach them in size, they surpass them in terms of safety, better pay and overall livability.

The Institute's newest program aims to realize the potential of parks in urban areas to contribute to the livability of our cities and the sustainability of our planet by bringing park ideals and values directly to our urban centers, where the majority of the world's population now resides.

It's hard to balance the benefits of working in New York against the livability of just about anywhere else in the country.

The grant can assist in promoting public engagement, diverse and distinctive art, lifelong learning in the arts, and the strengthening or livability of communities.

I think what really matters are the changes we can expect in the world in terms of livability, including the ability to grow adequate food.

These changes threaten public health; coastal property and resources; the livability of our cities in summer; the productivity of our farms, forests, and fisheries; and recreational industries and opportunities.