Key Concepts
sociable city language
RHI utilizes key concepts and guiding principles to conduct the Sociable City Assessment. Learn how we evaluate your city's social economy using a trends analysis and comprehensive framework of Six Core Measures of a Sociable City.
Guiding Principles of a Sociable City
sociable city vision | the future of sociability
- SOCIABILITY is sharing an experience with other people that stimulates the senses, intellect or emotions
- HOSPITALITY is creating the social space for people to dine, drink, listen to music and dance
- NIGHTLIFE is the social activity or entertainment available at night in a town or city
- RESPONSIBLE HOSPITALITY is assuring a safe and secure environment accessible to all
- THE SOCIAL ECONOMY is the collective revenue and employment generated by hospitality businesses and the suppliers of products and services to support nightlife
Three Most Common Social Enhancers
Alcohol | Music | People
As people gather to socialize, there are three “Social Enhancers” common to most occasions:
- ALCOHOL: The Lubricant of Sociability
- MUSIC: The Heartbeat of Sociability
- PEOPLE: Singles, Mingles, Family and Jingles Life Stages
The Assessment will examine how these three social enhancers can become risk factors in the late evening and early morning hours.
Governance & Market Forces
TRENDS ANALYSIS
- GOVERNANCE: Current systems of governance for social economy planning and management, including licensing and stakeholder coordination
- MARKET FORCES: Current market forces driving changes, challenges and opportunities for innovation
The Assessment will examine the influence of a variety of market forces (e.g. COVID-19 pandemic, economy, tourism, etc.) on the safety, vibrancy and management of your social economy.
Current systems of governance, such as licensing, partnerships and oversight, will also be reviewed for potential improvement.
Six Core Measures of a Sociable City
Mobility
E-Hail | Safe Rides | Taxi Stands | Valet Parking | Transport Hubs | Parking Safety | Traffic Safety | DUI Prevention | Public Transit Hours | Street Closure | Pedestrian Safety
Quality of Life
Sound Control | Trash Pick-up | Cigarette Litter | Public Restrooms | Public Civility | Resident Forum | Vandalism | Zoning Standards | Mediation | Agent of Change
Public Safety
Licenses | Closing Time | Crowds | Officer Training | Ambassador | Safety Alliance | Business Mentor | CPTED | Crime Prevention | Early Assistance | Data Driven Strategy | Permits
Venue Safety
Safety Plan | Server Training | Security Training | Nightlife Alliance | Customer Service | Age Identification | Patron Behavior | Sexual Assault | Extended Hours | Community Forums
Social Venues
Performance Venue | Dining Venue | Social Venue | Calendars | Craft Culture | DIY Events | Demographics | Talent Development and Retention | Economic Impact | Destination Marketing
