A place where family atmosphere and friendships are important.

A place where quiet, peacefulness and informality prevail.

A place where cooperative activities are enjoyed by many and a sense of community is obvious.

A place where a feeling of safety and security prevails.

A place with good quality utilities and essential services.

A pedestrian friendly place.

A place with respect for environment.

A place with respect for natural wildlife habitat.

A place where even in small ways the arts are encouraged.

A place where preservation of the "village feel" both in human relationships and physical elements is important.

A place where natural beauty and aesthetics receive special consideration.

A place where open dialogue and democratic decision-making about community issues is the norm.

A place where agreed-upon standards or guides for construction are known and followed.

A place where children, school and education are priorities.

A place with a community house.

A place where residents feel a strong investment in and commitment to the total community.

A place where diversity of viewpoint, background and lifestyle are encouraged.

A place where acceptance prevails as a way of relating.

A place where win/win conflict resolution is practiced.

A place where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.