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Jillian Sutherland 
Sonoran Institute 
 
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Choices Video

How can we make wise choices about the future? Through interviews with developers, architects, elected officials, realtors, conservationists, community leaders and other voices from around the West, this video explores why choices matter when it comes to building thriving communities in today's economy. 

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    Workshop Presentations: 

    Joseph Minicozzi, AICP 

    Mr. Minicozzi explained why communities must think and act differently going forward to secure their economic sustainability.

    For more information, contact Joe Minicozzi at:

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    RecoveryModePresentation  Adam Ducker

    Mr. Ducker explored national and regional market trends' implications on real estateand development in today's economy. 

    For more information, contact Adam Ducker at:

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    Andy Knudtsen, AICP and Clark Anderson 

    This presentation detailed findings of an ongoing study that explores market trends in Rocky Mountain Communities. 

    For more information, contact Clark Anderson at:

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    Jed Selby

    Mr. Selby's presentation provided a private sector perspective on building walkable, mixed-use development in the small mountain town of Buena Vista. 

    For more  information, contact Jed Selby at:

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    Brad Segal, AICP; Jennifer Coates;

    Scott Shine, AICP & Mark Heller, AICP 

    This session featured several presentations that focused on the strategies communities can employ to bring their downtowns and commercial centers to the next level.

     

      

    "Breath Life into Downtown" (B. Segal)

    "Downtown Ridgway" (J. Coates)

    "Downtown Montrose" (S. Shine)

    "Golden Story" (M. Heller)

     

    "Economic Development Strategies that Work"

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    Brian Cole

    Mr. Cole discussed how communities can avoid "chasing smoke stacks" in their economic development efforts. 

    For more information, contact Brian Cole at:

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    Susan Blansett, CEcD

     Ms. Blansett highlighted the importance of leadership in achieving economic development goals. 

    For more information, contact Susan Blansett at:

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