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General Information

Livability 101: A Guide to federal, national and local livability resources. Learn about the basics of livability policy.

Livability Framework Report: A white paper, released by NARC in 2009, that provides background information and recommendations on how to position local governments and their regional planning organizations at the center of a federal livability initiative that promotes comprehensive, cross-linked regional planning and project implementation.

NARC Livability Activities: Learn about what NARC is doing to promote livability policy with the Administration, Congress and its membership.

Regional Examples/Case Studies: Stories of how livable policy has postively impacted regions across the nation.

Events

News

Congress

Livable Communities Act Summary: A summary of the Livable Communities Act.

Livable Communities Act FAQ: Detailed answers to common questions about the Livable Communities Act.

Update on the Livable Communities Act's Progress: Get the latest information on the progress of the Livable Communities Act.

Compare Senate and House Versions: Since being introduced, the two versions have changed slightly. Learn about how they are different based on the most current copies of the bills.

Links to Committee Sites: Learn about the committees responsible for considering the Livable Communities Act.

Rural Benefits Talking Points: The Livable Communities Act pays attention to the needs of rural communities. Learn how the bill will impact those regions.

Economic Benefits Talking Points: The Livable Communities Act is designed to improve regional economies. Learn how the bill will improve economies around the nation.

General Benefits Talking Points

Form Letter of Support: Send a letter to your state's Senators and Representatives in support of the Livable Communities Act. You can use this form letter to get started.

Administration

Federal Livability Update Fall 2010: Learn about what the White House and agencies are doing for livability policy.

Info on Partnership for Sustainable Communities: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have partnered to improve livability in communities around the nation. Learn about what this partnership has done and hopes to do.

Grant Opportunities

Action

What Can You Do?: We need your help to promote livability policy. Learn more about how you can make your mark on the effort.

Letter: Send a letter to your state's Senators and Representatives in support of the Livable Communites Act. Use this form letter to get started.

Share Livability Story: Your story is important in measuring progress, overall success and the continuation of federal opportunties. Use this template to get started.

Showcasing Livable Communities - Hosting Officials: Inviting members of your Congressional delegation to visit your livability project sites is a great way to build support. Use this simple guide to plan your region's activity today.

Regional Examples: Learn how regions around the country have started to proactively implement livable communities.