Cleveland vs. The World: American Planning Association Announces the 2007 Great Places in America

Wednesday, October 03, 2007

American Planning Association Announces the 2007 Great Places in America

The American Planning Association Announces the 2007 Great Places in America

APA celebrates the first 10 Great Streets and 10 Great Neighborhoods designated through its new national program, Great Places in America. Launched last spring, Great Places in America celebrates places of exemplary character, quality, and planning. Places are selected annually and represent the gold standard of communities, offering Americans better choices for where and how to work and live.

"We salute the dedication and contribution of countless individuals whose efforts have not only helped bring about these wonderful streets and neighborhoods, but have made them flourish," said APA Executive Director and CEO Paul Farmer, FAICP. "We are honored to recognize their efforts to create safe and sustainable places to live, work, and visit. These Great Places are singled out because they showcase what can be achieved in communities across the country."

The designated neighborhoods and streets are defined by several characteristics, including good design, functionality, sustainability, and community involvement. Through Great Places in America, APA recognizes that great streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces are the essential building blocks of all great communities.