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March 23, 2021

Livable Communities Newsletter | AARP.org/Livable

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Publications & Resources

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What Is a Livable Community?

The term means different things to different people. Here’s our definition: “A livable community is one that is safe and secure. It offers choices in where to live and how to get around. And it equitably serves residents of all ages, ability levels, incomes, races, ethnicities, and other backgrounds.”

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Walkability and Winter Weather

Yes, spring has sprung, but snow is still showing up in some places. AARP Vermont helped us create the “Winter Weather” worksheet, which is the newest addition to the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit worksheet collection.

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Livability News & Notes

Global Mayors Challenge — The annual innovation competition named 15 winning communities (three from the United States) that are being recognized for designing the boldest and most ambitious urban innovations to emerge from the global COVID-19 pandemic. Each city will be awarded $1 million and provided with technical support and coaching over three years to bring its ideas to life. Source: Bloomberg Cities ►

Walking Away With the Crown — In recognition of the oftentimes unseen work completed by local government administrators, the America’s Crown Communities Award celebrates governments that positively impact their constituents. Read about the five communities honored in 2021. Source: American City & County ►

An Overview of Homelessness for City Leaders — Homelessness is frequently cited as a top concern by a broad cross-section of mayors and elected officials, from both large and small cities. “Homelessness takes a toll on society in broad and diverse ways and is harmful for individuals and costly for communities,” states An Overview of Homelessness for City Leaders, a new report by the National League of Cities. Source: NLC.org ►

VIDEO HOME TOUR

Inspired by the AARP HomeFit Guide, AARP California has teamed up with the RL Mace Universal Design Institute to produce a video series about the ways a home can be modified or renovated to support changing needs and lifestyles. Take a Look!

The next edition of the AARP Livable Communities e-Newsletter will be published on Wednesday, April 6.

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