Livability Commission

The newly formed Fruita Livability Commission is the result of the City of Fruita being designated an Age-Friendly, Livable Community by AARP. This designation includes more than 300 towns, cities and counties nationwide. In fact, Colorado has been designated a Livable State along with only two others: New York and Massachusetts. 

The mission of the Commission is to continually gather community input and make recommendations to the City Council pertaining to the eight domains of livability that support healthy aging and improve the quality of life, economic health and lifestyle of the Fruita community members.  Consequently, the Commission will target improvements in eight domains meant to influence and improve the health and quality of life of those in our community. These eight domains of livability and what they represent include: 

1. Transportation- Safe and affordable modes of private and public transportation.
2. Housing- Availability of home modification programs for aging in place as well as a range of affordable housing.
3. Outdoor Spaces and Buildings- Availability of safe and accessible recreational facilities.
4. Social Participation- Access to leisure and cultural activities, including opportunities for all residents to socialize with their peers and with others outside their age groups.
5. Respect & Social Inclusion- Programs that promote ethnic and cultural diversity and well as multi-generational interaction and dialogue.
6. Civic Participation and Employment- Paid work and volunteer activities for all residents to engage in the formulation of policies relevant to their lives.
7. Communication & Information- Access to communications technology and other resources so residents can connect with their community, friends and family.
8. Community Support & Health Services- Access to health care facilities, clinics and professionals, and programs that promote health, wellness and active aging.

Age Friendly Action 

In 2021, the Fruita Livability Commission adopted the Fruita Age Friendly Action Plan.  This plan outlines the priorities and goals of the Livability Commission for the next several years.  It also identifies action items moving forward.

Regular Meeting Times: 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m., Fruita Civic Center, 2nd Floor (or virtual)

Terms: Beginning in 2018, terms shall be 3 years, with the first appointments staggered terms of one, two and three years. 

Council Liaison: Amy Miller

Established By:  Resolution 2018-37 (adopted 10/2/2018)

Number of Members: No less than 7 and no more than 21 members