Economy & Society
The organisation of cities directly impacts how able communities are to live peacefully and their participation in collective activities. Law and order and collective identity inform how communal spaces are utilised and cultural heritage is perceived. The optimisation of community involvement is only possible once individual’s basic needs for clean air, supply of food and water and adequate shelter and energy have been met.
Community identity
Active and well‐connected communities support a city’s social fabric, underpinning strong community identity and culture. This facilitates wider social cohesion, trust in city governance and mutual support in times of hardship or crisis without threat of internal upheaval.
Security and Order
Clear law enforcement systems based on fair and ethical values encourages social responsibility. These standards are imperative for maintaining peaceful communities in times of stress and disruption of daily life. Well‐planned and resourced law enforcement underpins healthy communities and reduces crime‐related stresses.
Balanced Economy
Vigorous economic systems encourage investment in a city’s systems and the infrastructure needed to support its communities. The fair management of public funds enhances community trust. Public and private contingency funds that enable social groups to respond to adversity enhance a city’s ability to act on evolving economic conditions and attend to long‐term quality of life.