LET'S MAKE JOPLIN A 15-MINUTE CITY.

Being a native of Joplin, Missouri, the idea of turning into a 15-minute city is quite intriguing to me because it means even more convenience and opportunities for the citizens of our city. A 15-minute city is defined as an urban environment where you can access a variety of amenities, services, and resources such as jobs, leisure activities, and shopping all within a 15-minute walk or bike ride.

Benefits to making Joplin a 15-minute city are numerous. First and foremost, it would increase the quality of life of our citizens. Joplin is already a great place to live and taking the step to make it a 15-minute city would mean even more. It would make getting to places easier and more accessible. People would be able to complete errands without having to drive and the improved walkability would be beneficial to the health and well-being of our citizens.

The eco-friendly aspects would also be greatly beneficial to our city. Making Joplin a 15-minute city would decrease the amount of cars on the roads, decrease gas emissions in the area, and improve air quality. The decrease in traffic and use of vehicles would also reduce noise pollution greatly.

Having an environment like this to live in would be a great investment for businesses. 15-minute cities are great for start-ups and small businesses due to the ease of access. Businesses would also be able to cut down on delivery costs due to the proximity of customers.

In conclusion, turning Joplin into a 15-minute city would be extremely beneficial. Not only would it increase the quality of life for citizens, it would also create more eco-friendly and business friendly benefits. It is the perfect way to make this city an even better place to live.