Since I think the oil will run out, sometime in the next ten years, there is much to do.
I'd suggest a plan, just in case the "Peak Oil" people are right.
Shouldn't we discourage the outward spread of the city, as it will take more fuel that people won't have, or be able to afford, to travel the distances. Doesn't this mean city blocks will have to become multiple use and shouldn't we concentrate growth upwards into taller structures?
I'd say build more mass transit, but there may not be the agreement needed or the financing.
I'm told cities will survive better if they have adequate food production nearby. Can Portland do anything to promote the preservation of agricultural land now, until the need is proved by circumstances?
Granted, these are pessimistic issues, but can you show me there is no cause for worry and concern? So, shouldn't the city look into a plan?
re: How would you improve Portland?
Sam,
Since I think the oil will run out, sometime in the next ten years, there is much to do.
I'd suggest a plan, just in case the "Peak Oil" people are right.
Shouldn't we discourage the outward spread of the city, as it will take more fuel that people won't have, or be able to afford, to travel the distances. Doesn't this mean city blocks will have to become multiple use and shouldn't we concentrate growth upwards into taller structures?
I'd say build more mass transit, but there may not be the agreement needed or the financing.
I'm told cities will survive better if they have adequate food production nearby. Can Portland do anything to promote the preservation of agricultural land now, until the need is proved by circumstances?
Granted, these are pessimistic issues, but can you show me there is no cause for worry and concern? So, shouldn't the city look into a plan?