Amendments will impact planning within the region. The plan should address the older population within the region and senior issues that will affect planning in the region. The growing Wilmington Area should be addressed in the plan. The plan should deal with planning for poorer communities surrounded by wealthier communities within the region. More consideration needs to be given to the impact of transportation improvements on land use.
More emphasis needs to be placed on the development of bicycle and pedestrian trails.
Job access and reverse commute is a critical issue. The plan should address a regional approach to this issue. The environment is and will continue to impact planning within the region. The plan should address how road improvements have and will impact the environment within regional corridors. Energy prices and availability are very important.