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How to Improve and Modernize Cities

One of the ideal aims of any local government office is that they could do best, with ample amount of time and resources in their hands, to modernize or simply improve and develop the areas which are set to them by the people to serve and govern.

Now it having to embark on such noble aim and goal is not a bad thing in itself but one could clearly raise some eyebrows if they implement such drastic changes in governance in their area. But regardless of the opposing opinions and some negative feedback it is one of the mandates of each sitting local office to develop their cities. But how could they do it? For starters, here are some of the way and things that could be done in order to improve and develop areas and cities and modernize them for the good of the people.

Create Public Libraries

Although it might sound archaic, since libraries are often associated with the traditional and the old ways but across major cities one can clearly see that in big cities and highly urbanized areas modern and contemporary libraries are very apparent.

It goes without saying that in order for a place to become modernized its citizens and populace should also be literate and well-read. Libraries also has the status quo for a bigger budget for civic infrastructures and projects in such cities, and it is one of the hallmarks that businesses try to look for when they invest in an area.

Traffic Modernization

Also, traffic must also be developed and become modernized. In small cities and towns, it must be noted that their local government office must invest on its modernization such as the construction traffic controls and modern traffic lights in their areas. Many towns which are considered laid back never bothered to install functional traffic control apparatuses because of low volume car traffic in the area, this is wrong because investments come first from the government before others invest on the area.

Add more Parks and Trees

Contrary to popular beliefs urban areas and highly developed cities actually invest more in planning with planting trees and parks for its citizens. The idea behind it is that the more urbanized an area is the more stressful it is to live in it and the more it is that people need some semblance of nature for them to relax and continue living in such place.

The trees in the parks also offset the pollution produced by the large volume of cars passing through the area. Thus, it is imperative that parks and trees are planned and added in the city’s features for modernization and for the sake of the people in it. Small towns and cities can copy such plans for their own city.

Build Bridges and Roads

Lastly local government agencies should also prioritize in building connecting roads and bridges to other cities. Mobility and accessibility are one of the key factors in a successful urbanization of a place. Although it takes much huge planning and large-scale projects, it wouldn’t be impossible to achieve such feats. The movement of people and goods towards and through a city are a vital part of its development.

A true statesman dwells most on what is good for the people regardless if such goals and aims are not in line with what is good for their political career.