Our guest was Eric Nilssen (along with co-host Susan Tchudi), who discussed “smart growth” in ourtown from their perspectives as members of Smart Growth Advocates (sgachico.net). Susan reviewed the history of SGA and Eric described his experiences as a member of Chico’s ad hoc committee on Growth and Development. They gave their views of how changing patterns of development in Chico could result in well-planned infill, new affordable homes and apartments, and neighborhoods designed for a range of people, closely linked, with shopping, parks, and gardens nearby.

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