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Walkability Key in Transit Development
Posted by Shayna Pollock on July 20, 2011 |
CEOs for Cities' research on walkability and housing prices, Walking the Walk, found that walkability, as measured by Walk Score, adds significant value to residential property. Phoenix, recognizing the value of Walk Score as a measurement tool for transportation, housing, and employment location, is utilizing the data to measure the performance of transit-oriented development from a land use perspective. The addition of Walk Score data to the planning process will help Phoenix to use place considerations in the construction of future development.
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The Phoenix Talent Dividend
Posted by Julia Klaiber on February 23, 2010 |
CEOs for Cities recently traveled to Phoenix to introduce city leaders there to the Talent Dividend. A one percentage point gain in college attainment would yield a $3.1 billion increase in per capita income in the Phoenix Metro Area.