The panel of American Planning Association experts recommended the Vision for San Diego plan on a 40 year time horizon, to correspond with the 2050 Climate Change Report and other efforts. A local consultant disagreed, saying the Vision should plan for 50 to 100 years in the future.
What is the appropriate time horizon for the Vision, and why?
(click on "Let's Imagine..." above to see video from the convening)
Friday, December 18, 2009
"Let's Imagine..." Convening, The Border
A well-respected San Diego philanthropist commented that San Diego and Northern Baja California are part of the same "mega-region," facing common challenges related to water, electricity, and pollution. He asserts the border fence between San Diego and Tijuana hurts the local culture and economy; he would like it dismantled within the next 25 years.
Are San Diego and Baja California part of a common region, or are they separate? Would it be feasible and prudent to dismantle the border fence? Why or why not?
(click on "Let's Imagine..." above to see video from the convening)
Are San Diego and Baja California part of a common region, or are they separate? Would it be feasible and prudent to dismantle the border fence? Why or why not?
(click on "Let's Imagine..." above to see video from the convening)
"Let's Imagine..." Convening, Green Business and Technology
Three notable experts at the October 25-26 convening commented on the importance of green business and technology to the San Diego Region.
How can San Diego become a leader in the emerging green economy? Are there threats the region should be aware of as it moves to compete in this field?
(click on "Let's Imagine..." above to see video from the convening)
How can San Diego become a leader in the emerging green economy? Are there threats the region should be aware of as it moves to compete in this field?
(click on "Let's Imagine..." above to see video from the convening)
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