tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8270793179032814466.post4787979042882513663..comments2024-02-12T22:50:15.027-07:00Comments on Wide Urban World: Why are neighborhoods important?Michael E. Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03942595266312225661noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8270793179032814466.post-52958612992934265892014-11-11T08:21:16.709-07:002014-11-11T08:21:16.709-07:00I can see where these seven functions are critical...I can see where these seven functions are critical to small town sustainability in a rural area. The entire community would be one neighborhood. I consider safety, a resilient economy, and socialization and raising children as described above, as the most influential factors in attracting and retaining residents.Heather Griffithnoreply@blogger.com