Uploaded on 2019-07-07 by Dianne Ramos

Module 3 – Optional Exercise 1 1) In my opinion, livability can be measured by the average mental state and well being of those people living in an urban area. 2) Terms - Housing (affordability and access)  4 - Neighbourhood (access to life, work and play)  6 - Transportation (safe and convenient options)  5 - Environment (clean air and water) 2 - Health (prevention, access and quality) 3 - Engagement (civic and social involvement) 1 - Opportunity (inclusion and possibilities  7 3) New York City, New York Los Angeles, California Portland, Oregon 4) And 5) City Livability Score Customized Livability Score Change (+/-) New York 58 57 -1 Los Angeles 51 48 -3 Portland 58 60 +2 6) I categorized environment as 2 – New York City and Los Angeles are highly populated with great pollution. Portland Oregon is not known for a lot of pollution and has taken steps to work towards more sustainable cities which may explain the increase in Portland’s livability and the decrease for New York City and Los Angeles.