The basins and ranges that characterize the geography along the Wasatch Front frequently trap pollution in the basin for days or weeks. Imagine, if you will, a future where families like yours and mine can survive with only one car, or maybe none at all. Businesses are situated to encourage walking and mass transit access. Convenience stores are conveniently located. Delivery services, using mass transit, make shopping by phone or internet practical for most of our daily shopping activities.
Shoppers can arrange for same-day delivery of large items they purchase at the mall.
Ubiquitous restaurant delivery services make dining in easier than ever. School and church parking lots are freed up to build parks and playing fields convenient to schools and homes, allowing soccer parents free time to actually participate in their children's upbringing, rather than spend time playing chauffeur. Main line light rail and bus stops are serviced every four to eight minutes during peak hours. All stops are serviced at least every half hour through the night to accommodate shift workers. Global Positioning Satellite receivers keep track of the progress of every mass transit vehicle.