We love it, you love it, but now Relocate America loves it to. That’s right, Savannah has yet another notch in the ol’ belt. The Hostess City has been named one of America’s “Top 100 Places to Live” by RelocateAmerica.com (um, yea!), now in their tenth year of compiling the list. Here’s how they do it…
Throughout the calendar year, we accept nominations for cities & towns throughout the country to be considered as a “great place to live”. The nominating parties must include their own reasons why they feel their city should make the list. The nominations, along with key data regarding education, employment, economy, crime, parks, recreation and housing are reviewed, rated & judged by our editorial team.
Other esteemed honors and nominations we’ve received include:
Holla! It’s that time again… Connect Savannah’s Best of Savannah 2008 has just hit the streets (well, sorta…we’re a little late). Here’s our very own TCCa take and comment on results:
CITY LIFE
Way to go Melaver, Inc.and Abercorn Commons for their victory in two categories, Best Green Company and Best Green Building. Melaver, Inc. has blazed the trail for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified buildings in Savannah. Their most impressive undertaking, Abercorn Commons, was the first LEED certified retail center in the U.S.; the nearby McDonald’s restaurant was the first LEED certified McDonald’s in the nation.
Fitz’s Alma Mater Savannah Country Day School takes the cake for Best Private School. So that’s why you’re so dang smart, Fitzy!
City Hall hangs tough as Savannah’s Best Old Building. Evidently that facelift of refinished gold leaf has really done the trick.
According to Savannahians, Ardsley Park and Downtown are “where it’s at.” Baldwin Park gets honorable mention. And The Landings gets shafted.
POLITICS AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS
We had a great turnout at cSpot yesterday. Thanks to everyone who stopped by for some good beer, great BBQ and lively conversation. To those who didn’t make it, check out a few pics. Hope to see you next time!
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Tonight, come ‘blow smoke’ with us at Blowin’ Smoke - the newest and hippest BBQ joint in town. Join us outside on the patio for a little cornhole (I know, funny), BBQ munchies, cold beer and cSpot schmoozin’!
Who: cSpot (what the heck is cSpot?)
What: Monthly cocktail and schmoozing shenanigans
When: Tonight, April 30th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Where: Blowin’ Smoke BBQ
Details: 514 MLK Jr Blvd.
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I came across a great website this week via our very own Chris Miller: Walkscore.com. And on this, our very own “Dump the Pump” Day, I thought it particularly appropriate.
What is ‘Walk Score?’
We help homebuyers, renters, and real estate agents find houses and apartments in great neighborhoods. Walk Score shows you a map of what’s nearby and calculates a Walk Score for any property. Buying a house in a walkable neighborhood is good for your health and good for the environment.
Well I can certainly jive with that. So, I hop on their site, fill out some pertinent information (my address), and VIOLA… my Walk Score. It happens to be 42 out of 100. Below average, bum.
To help me interpret my results, I use their handy scoring chart:
- 90 - 100 = Walkers’ Paradise: Most errands can be accomplished on foot and many people get by without owning a car.
- 70 - 90 = Very Walkable: It’s possible to get by without owning a car.
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