The Sociable City

Building Blocks for a Sociable City Plan

our approach

Safe, vibrant and well-managed social economies need all four Building Blocks of a Sociable City.
That’s why we use a holistic framework to analyze a city’s social economy.

Governance

An alliance of stakeholders dedicated to nighttime governance is key to long-term success

Planning

Sociable cities anticipate mobility needs and create systems to maintain a high quality of life

Safety

Safety in social districts and within venues requires coordination among public and private partners

Vibrancy

Vibrancy is created by the mix of social experiences in venues and in public space both day and night

Six Core Measures of a Sociable City

Sociable Cities are built on Four Building Blocks: Governance, Planning, Safety and Vibrancy.

Mobility

E-Hail | Safe Rides | Taxi Stands
Valet Parking | Transport Hubs  Parking Safety | Traffic Safety  DUI Prevention | Public Transit Hours | Street Closure
Pedestrian Safety

Quality of Life

Sound Control | Trash Pick-up  Cigarette Litter | Public Restrooms | Public Civility  Resident Forum  Vandalism  Zoning Standards  Mediation  Agent of Change

Public Safety

Licenses | Closing Time | Crowds Officer Training | Ambassador  Safety Alliance | Business Mentor CPTED | Crime Prevention | Early Assistance | Data Driven Strategy Permits

Venue Safety

Safety Plan | Server Training Security Training | Nightlife Alliance | Customer Service | Age Identification | Patron Behavior Sexual Assault | Extended Hours| Community Forums

Public Space

Outdoor Dining | Public Markets Vendors | Kiosks | Pedestrian Safety | Street Performer
Buskers | Food Trucks  Accessibility | Panhandling  Lighting