{"id":29540,"date":"2024-07-18T15:00:09","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T19:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/fnr\/extension\/?p=29540"},"modified":"2026-04-24T15:39:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T19:39:42","slug":"publication-quality-of-place-and-community-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/fnr\/extension\/publication-quality-of-place-and-community-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Publication – Quality of Place and Community Development"},"content":{"rendered":"

Quality of life encompasses individuals\u2019 overall well-being, goals, expectations, standards, and concerns. Various factors shape a person\u2019s perception of quality of life, such as physical and mental health, economic stability, social connections, education, and the environment. Access to healthcare, education, employment opportunities, and recreational facilities significantly influences a person\u2019s ability to meet their needs and achieve their goals (World Health Organization, 2012).<\/p>\n

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Discover the power of quality of place and placemaking through this new publication by Kara Salazar, who is the Assistant Program Leader for Community Development for Purdue Extension along with being the Sustainable Communities Extension Specialist for Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant. Placemaking is the process of planning, designing, and managing public spaces to enhance quality of life and foster community.\u00a0 Effective placemaking, whether through tactical interventions like pop-up parks or strategic projects that reshape entire neighborhoods, revitalizes communities. By involving residents in the process, we create vibrant spaces that reflect local culture and values. These efforts not only improve quality of life but also attract investment, support local businesses, and promote sustainability.<\/p>\n

To receive the free download, visit the Purdue Extension’s resource center: The Education Store – Quality of Place and Community Development<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Resources:
\n<\/strong>Implementation Examples of Smart Growth Strategies in Indiana<\/a>, The Education Store, Purdue Extension\u2019s resource center
\nCommunity Development, Purdue Extension<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Enhancing the Value of Public Spaces Program Video<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nEnhancing the Value of Public Spaces: Creating Healthy Communities<\/a>, The Education Store – Purdue Extension’s resource center
\n<\/strong>Enhancing the Value of Public Spaces Curriculum<\/a>, The Education Store
\nSustainable Communities Extension Program Website<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nConservation Through Community Leadership<\/a>, The Education Store
\nOne Water Approach to Water Resources Management<\/a>, The Education Store
\nRainscaping Education Program<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nIndiana Creek Watershed Project \u2013 Keys to Success, Partnerships and People<\/a>, Video, Purdue Extension You Tube Channel
\nSubscribe to Purdue Extension – Forestry and Natural Resources YouTube Channel<\/a><\/p>\n

Kara Salazar<\/a>, Sustainable Communities Extension Specialist
\nPurdue University Department of Forestry and Natural Resources<\/p>\n

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