Older people could receive tax incentives to act as teachers to students in areas of expertise, or simply to help out as coaches or staff. Ideally, private educational institutions would be few, to ensure a lack of a drain of community resources from the public schools, although private schools could supplement student education for students with special needs that could not be met by the public system.
Transportation
Unless it was required for their daily work-related commute, residents would agree to drive fuel-efficient cars and receive tax credits if they drove hybrid or electric cars.
Safety
Community watch groups would supplement the police force. Both police and volunteer organizations would also engage in educational efforts with the school system regarding anti-drug, anti-bullying, and anti-violence campaigns. Fire safety would be ensured by a professionally trained core force, supplemented by a group of volunteers for less vigorous conflagrations.
Waste collection
Collection would occur twice weekly for trash, and there would be mandatory weekly recycling of paper, plastics, and aluminum.
Public utilities
Indigent residents would receive assistance.
How are services paid for?
Property taxes, solicited contributions for fire and safety services, and state and federal government grants for cutting-edge educational initiatives and environmental conservation efforts.
Physical Structure of the Community
All structures would be easy to reach by walking or bicycle, ideally all community members could walk or bike to school for at least part of the year.
Type of housing
Most people would own their own homes, but houses would be modest and relatively closely located, to create a true communal feeling.
Parks and recreational areas
Areas for local student sports teams, and general areas to play would be plentiful, encouraging community and personal health through athletic initiatives.
Office buildings
Office spaces would be located near parks, to encourage after-hours athleticism and meet local as well as federal requirements for clean air and ventilation.
Shopping areas
The town would o malls, open markets spaces where during the summer local vendors could sell produce,...
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