alan matheson envision utah
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Alan MathesonEnvision Utah
The Wasatch Choice for 2040
We enjoy high quality of life…
We enjoy access to the outdoors,
friendly communities,
and rich economic opportunities…
2010 20400
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,500,000
4,000,000Population Growth –
Wasatch Front
In Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, and Utah counties, population will increase by 65%, adding another 1.4 million residents by 2040
But growth is coming…
2010 20400
10,000,000
20,000,000
30,000,000
40,000,000
50,000,000
60,000,000
70,000,000
80,000,000
90,000,000
100,000,000
WFRC and MAG
49 Million
90+ Million
Miles driven daily will almost double by 2040
As our population continues to grow and we drive more and more, our air
will become more polluted, threatening our health and economic prosperity.
Air Pollution…
In Salt Lake, Davis, Weber and Utah Counties, we’ll add nearly 300 square miles of developed land by 2040.
Loss of open space and access to the outdoors…
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
4000
4500
Source: US Census Bureau – 65+ in the United States: 2005; Wan He, Manisha Sengupta, Victoria A. Velkoff, & Kimberly A DeBarros. December 2005.
# of People Turning 65 Each
year[Figures in 000s]
The face of America, and Utah, is changing. (Courtesy Dr. Nelson, University of Utah, Department of City and Metropolitan Planning)
The “American Dream” is now plural “Dreams” (Courtesy Dr. Nelson, University of Utah, Dep’t of City and Metropolitan Planning)
25% of Americans want walk/bike access to jobs, transit and errands.
50% of Americans want diverse, mixed-use neighborhoods.
75% of Utahns say the “ideal community” includes a mix of housing and lot sizes, mix of ages/life stages, and transit options.
Fewer than 10% have those options now.
Choice?
There is a Better Way to Grow…
The Wasatch Choice
for 2040:Regional Vision for Growth and Development
There is a Better Way to Grow…
Focus growth in town centers, with housing and transportation options.
Wasatch Choice for 2040 – Growth Principles1. Provide public infrastructure that is efficient
and adequately maintained2. Provide regional mobility through a variety
of interconnected transportation choices3. Integrate local land use with regional transportation
systems4. Provide housing for people in all life stages
and incomes5. Ensure public health and safety6. Enhance the regional economy7. Promote regional collaboration8. Strengthen sense of community9. Protect and enhance the environment
Envision Utah Quality Growth Strategy; 1999
Saves 17% or $4.5 billion over 20 years
$21.5 billion
$26 billion
Lower Taxes:Infrastructure savings in the billions
Enhanced Mobility and Economic GrowthThe Vision reduces traffic congestion by 18%
Less driving and more transportation choices will lead to cleaner air
Better Air Quality
Greater Protection of Critical LandsBy encouraging infill and redevelopment, we will
safeguard natural resources, working farms, parks and trails
Implementing the Wasatch Choice for 2040?
Regional Collaborati
on
Local Implementation
Transportation Choices Housing Strategies Envision Tomorrow + Innovative Zoning Financing Strategies Demonstration Sites
The Wasatch Choice for 2040 Toolbox:
Transportation Choices
Housing: •- Market driven•- Choices
Tool to help communities make individual decisionsThe “Envision Tomorrow +” Model
Scenario Development Evaluation
Transportation EffectsBuilding Energy ConsumptionWater ConsumptionAir QualityReturn on InvestmentTax CollectionsFiscal ImpactPublic HealthEmployment GrowthDevelopment CapitalTransportation SafetyWorkforce HousingPublic Assets
Innovative Zoning
Develop a model code that encourages the use of physical form, rather than separation of land uses, as their organizing principle.
Financing Strategies
• Market based
• Real return on investment
• Innovative strategies
Apply concepts in a ‘real world’ setting
Evaluate different scenarios
Stakeholder and public process
Share lessons learned, approaches
Demonstration Sites
Thank You
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