Quality of Life Indicators
Natural Environment
Natural Environment. Clean air and water support healthy communities, recreational options and diverse wildlife; invest in natural resources for future generations enjoyment. We can all enjoy the diverse and beautiful lands, plants and animals that make the Truckee Meadows unique. As much as possible, we live in harmony with our environment.
Indicators in this category:
The Pollution Standard Index measures the region's air quality that affects the health of our more vulnerable citizens and impacts an active outdoor lifestyle, important for tourism and attracting young professional to the region.
Indicator Sponsors:
Clean & Available WaterA "living river" system helps improve Truckee River water quality for many uses from drinking water to recreation to wildlife habitat; efficient water consumption and conservation are key to ensuring water sources into the future.
Miles of connected multi-use trails and acres of public land acquired as open space, including publicly funded access points and connections to trail networks and greenways, point to preservation of access to federal lands and open spaces for future generations. This is a new indicator identified by the community in the 2006 update process. Data measures have been identified but few metrics are currently available.