Uploaded on 2017-04-11 by Terry

Module 4 - Compulsory Exercise 2: Livability Criteria 1. Check the temperature differences in US cities. Of the top 10 US cities, Kansas City is ranked 7th (4.6 degrees F) 2. Which are the main UHI effects that you can identify in your area. The suburbs are experiencing ‘urban sprawl’ in 360 degrees (all directions), thereby adding increase pavement and rooftops. Because the metropolitan area has a state line running through, there is immense competition between the municipalities and states, causing ‘cannibalization’ and contributing to the urban sprawl. 3. Which are the measure that you would propose? Imagine that you were the mayor of your place of residence. Which would be the first measure you would take to improve livability? Modify city master planning to encourage more walkable communities, and revitalization of the urban cores. 4. Is UHI effect concerning policy making in your area? Community leaders within the metropolitan planning organization, MARC), Mid America Regional Council have developed policies and stories for more communication and coordination between the many municipalities in the region. Photos: 1. Downtown Kansas City, Missouri 2. College Football (American) game at Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas