New River Valley
Livability Initiative
The Livability Initiative provides an opportunity for New River Valley residents to develop a vision for the future and develop strategies that businesses, community organizations, local governments, and individuals can use to make this future vision a reality.
Livability in Action
The Initiative is now in the "Livability in Action" phase, where community partners and individuals from around the region are working to bring the vision, goals, and strategies outlined in the plan to life
Enhance Living and Working Environments
- Provide Support for an Aging Population
- Ensure Affordable Housing, Energy and Transport
- Improve Transportation Options for Residents
- Increase the Energy Efficiency of Buildings
Preserve Rural Heritage and Community Character
- Preserve Rural Character
- Protect Natural Landscapes and Ecosystems
- Strengthen Natural, Cultural, and Historic Assets
- Support Arts, Cultural and Community Character
Featured Projects
Make the Business Environment More Productive and Resilient
- Enhance Education and Workforce Readiness
- Support Infrastructure for Economic Development
- Support Small Business Development
- Strengthen Agricultural Viability
Building Healthy Communities
- Ensure Access to Healthcare
- Create Healthy Environments
- Promote Healthy Behaviors and Lifestyles
- Support Children Reaching their Full Potential
- Improve and Protect Water Resources
Livability Data Dashboard
The Livability Data Dashboard is an interactive data tool that can be used for community decision making, grant proposals, program design and evaluation, and general data gathering. This Data Dashboard will also be used to track our progress at meeting Livability goals within each of the four themes listed below. We will be updating the site regularly with new data. Enjoy!