Ecological Integrity
Ecological integrity refers to the health and abundance of natural and managed ecosystems and green spaces. Success would include abundant clean air and water, high biodiversity, low levels of toxins and pollutants, and a commitment to zero waste. Citizens would use renewable, locally-sourced resources and energy. Toxic and greenhouse gas emissions are decreasing overall and are being expelled at a rate that is in balance with the ecosystem. When present in products or industrial processes, persistent compounds and heavy metals never enter the waste stream. There is enough green space in the city for each person to have a refuge.

Economic Security
Economic Security refers to the health and growth of the economy within a context that balances the needs of all stakeholders, including the environment and the community. Success would include an abundance of responsible, viable businesses. Everyone who wants to work can do so thanks to a proliferation of green collar jobs. They city’s economy is thriving because of businesses that balance the needs of all stakeholders, including the environment and the community. Their products are made of renewable and/or reusable resources and have closed-loop lifecycles. Financial and other types of investments enhance the efficiency and symbiotic relationship between the economy and the environment. Businesses, communities, and government forge regional networks to promote local trade and self‐sufficiency.

Governance and Empowerment
Governance and Empowerment refers to citizens of all ages and backgrounds being engaged and actively participating in activities that contribute to the well being of the city. Success occurs when the power of decision-making rests firmly with those most affected by decisions to ensure positive feedback loops of accountability. Legal and political systems preserve the long‐term interests of the community while taking into account the short-term. Social networks abound, and the standard work-life balance affords everyone the opportunity the time for volunteering, family, and leisure. Local stakeholders are engaged in planning, design and development processes and actively measure success.

Infrastructure and the Built Environment
Infrastructure and the Built Environment refers to development that is designed, built, and managed to enhance quality of life and the ecosystem. It forms the backbone of the community and makes it resilient. Success means that all buildings are healthy, beautiful, and highly resource efficient. Transportation is designed to move people quickly, cleanly, quietly, and conveniently – anywhere, anytime. Development patterns replenish our society and ecosystems to achieve maximum symbiosis between both.

Social Well-Being
Social Well-Being refers to a city where programs, services, and infrastructure exist to promote subsistence, protection, affection, understanding, participation, leisure, creation, identity, and freedom. Success would include citizens working in respectful and healthy environments for fair wages. All citizens have access to safe and secure homes. Citizens are engaged in life‐long learning and have opportunities to celebrate, learn about, and contribute to the cultural development of the community. Living conditions help local communities to meet the needs of citizens. Community-based social services provide essential support to families and individuals as needed and affordable housing ensures all citizens have access to safe and secure homes.