The VUE: Model or Mistake? BGA Event

BETTER GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

OF

SARASOTA COUNTY

Invites you to a free, non-partisan forum on

THE VUE:  MODEL OR MISTAKE?

Where:  Selby Library Auditorium, 1331 First St., Sarasota

When:  Saturday, February 11, 2017, 2:00-4:00 PM

Presenters:

David Smith, General Manager, Neighborhood and

          Development Services Department, City of Sarasota

                             

Mollie Cardimone, Steering Committee Member, STOP!

        Former Mayor and Sarasota City Commissioner

Jennifer Ahearn-Koch, Founding member of STOP!

        Former Sarasota City Planning Board Member

Ken Shelin, Co-Chair, Equality Florida Board

         Former Sarasota City Commissioner

Questions and comments will be taken from attendees.

Walkability - A good investment

There are strong connections between walkable environments and economic viability.

"Real estate values over the next 25 years will rise fastest in "smart communities" that incorporate traditional chareacteristics of successful cities including a mix of residential and commercial districta and a "pedestrian-friendly configuration." - Walkable Communities, Inc.

Two studies shed light on the issues of Walkability and can be downloaded from the sites below:

From the Local Government Commission, The Economic Benefits of Walkable Communities.

From Smart Growth America, Foot Traffic Ahead.

Walkable communities are not just wealthier, but healthier. More here and here.