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UCF Metro #37 - PennDesign: A Growing Concern

8/14/05

Sunday, August 14th, 2005 @ 12PM
Sunday, August 21st, 2005 @ 12PM

Harry Barley of MetroPlan Orlando; environmental lawyer Clay Henderson; Ray Gilley, executive director of Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission; Bob Beatty of the Orange County Regional History Center; Randy Lyon of Xentury City Development, Inc. We're at a turning point in our region, and the decisions we make now will determine the future of the Central Florida experience. It's hard to imagine, but our population will more than double by the year 2050. And at this rate, what will life be like for our children and grandchildren? Will they be trapped on congested highways struggling to afford a home in a sprawling urban jungle—one that's missing open space and natural resources? Or, can we make smart decisions now to ensure a balanced transportation system, economic prosperity, environmental preservation—and a better quality of life. Our future is our choice. See how we can change it together, on this edition of UCF Metro.

Past Leads to the Present: Reporter Greig Powers reflects on Central Florida's past so we can better understand our region's future.

Higher-Density Development: Baldwin Park: Student reporter Andrew Twiss shows us why this community is a model for smart growth.

Transportation Solutions: Commuter Rail: Student reporter Tara O'Keefe shows us why our auto-dependent region needs to look for alternate transportation options.

 

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