Linear distances of roadways, drainage facilities, water, sewer, and power lines are minimized to hold down installation, operating, maintenance, and rehabilitation costs. And optimum economies of scale are achieved for parks, schools, and other public facilities. Local wealth is circulated back into the community rather than exported to pay for imported energy resources for cars, heating, and cooling. In sustainable communities, education is excellent, abundant, and accessible for all children and adults. Strong, diversified employment that does not deplete or harm our local resources generates a good tax base to fund community endeavors and promotes opportunities for more employment.
Housing is affordable and good health care is accessible.
Albuquerque's Fiscal Impact Model estimates the cost and revenue streams from proposed large developments and land-use changes. This and other information should help Albuquerque choose projects that will fiscally sustain our community. Albuquerque Tomorrow It will require everyone's cooperation and commitment to plan for the Albuquerque of tomorrow. If we are to protect, preserve, and enhance our quality of life, we all must become informed and willing to participate by sharing our ideas, goals, and dreams. Sharing and caring will shape our future.