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             An area that is aesthetically and artistically innovative, exciting, and inviting; 
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            A neighborhood where everyone feel safe and secure; 
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            A neighborhood that strives to meet LEED-ND standards; 
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            A reasonable rate of return for the developers, investors and managers of the properties in the community; 
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            An attractive community for both single and family households wishing to live here; 
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            An   innovative work environment that allows employment opportunities for   both high-tech and low-tech workers at both high-end and livable income   ranges; 
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            A community   that fosters cooperativeness through encouraged and deliberate   neighborhood interaction and cooperative housing and business models;  
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            A place where innovative high- and low-tech practices are sought in regards to energy use and promoting a clean environment; 
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            An area that interacts, appreciates and makes use of the Cuyahoga River in an enjoyable and environmentally sustainable fashion 
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            An area that has an ample percentage of open and non-built upon space--One that encourages considerable tree coverage; 
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            An inclusive community that welcomes low, medium and high-income people, of all backgrounds, to live, work and play.