Presidential Candidate Positions On Sprawl

8 September 2000 - 6:00am

The Planning Commissioners Journal asked presidential candidates about the Federal government's role in dealing with sprawl.

Governor George W. Bush, Jr. and Vice PresidentAl Gore both responded to the Planning Commissioner's Journal question: "Many citizens appear increasingly concerned about sprawl, the declining health of downtown areas, and the loss of open space and natural areas. While many state and local governments are seeking to address these concerns, we would like to know what role, if any, you believe the federal government should play?"

Source: Planners Web, September 7, 2000
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