IGTIGT Phase I Summary Statements - Draft 2/18/11

Summary Number: 73
 
Maintain a variety of accessible and affordable quality of life elements within the region.
Reduce threats to quality of life.
 
 "I like the vibrancy of the city's quality of life."
 "Natural beauty enhances my life."
 "In many other communities, activities that improve the quality of life are not accessible or not affordable. Tucson has a lot to offer from a lifestyle/quality of life perspective."
 "The mountains make me feel better about myself."
 "We are fortunate to have access to music, dance, and theatre. Art enriches our lives and helps us have a better understanding of the human spirit and intelect."
 "Who can't be happy watching the sun rise and the sun set over the mountains each day."
 "It makes for a better quality of life; not having to deal with major rush hour traffic or inclement weather."
 "People care about their own quality of life and the quality of life of others who live here. The segments blend well: anglos & hispanics, young and old, long-time residents & newcomers."
 "Churches are important to maintaining a higher quality of life. Moral and ethical standards that are avocated by churches benefit the entire community."
 "The University of Arizona has an enormously positive impact on the quality of life and economic productivity in Tucson."
 "Densification increases quality of life � protects environment."
 "There needs to be more enforcement of these small crimes, because their cumulative effect degrades the quality of life for everyone."
 ". . . low level flights across the city at all hours. These flights are very disruptive to university classes, damages older homes, and damages the quaitly of life for those in the flight path."
 "It takes me 20 minutes to commute to work. We can easily afford our home on one income (although both of us work). We are not stretched thin financially or time-wise so it allows for a greater quality of life."
 "It's easy living here... No storm windows, snow tires, leaves to rake... Leaves more time for leisure and enjoyment."
 "Quality of life is wonderful when you do not have to shovel snow."
 "The traffic detracts from my quality of life - I spend too much time in my car."
 "The arts enrich ones life."