Alan MathesonEnvision Utah

The Wasatch Choice for 2040

We enjoy high quality of life…

We enjoy access to the outdoors,

friendly communities,

and rich economic opportunities…

2010 20400

500,000

1,000,000

1,500,000

2,000,000

2,500,000

3,000,000

3,500,000

4,000,000Population Growth –

Wasatch Front

In Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, and Utah counties, population will increase by 65%, adding another 1.4 million residents by 2040

But growth is coming…

2010 20400

10,000,000

20,000,000

30,000,000

40,000,000

50,000,000

60,000,000

70,000,000

80,000,000

90,000,000

100,000,000

WFRC and MAG

49 Million

90+ Million

Miles driven daily will almost double by 2040

As our population continues to grow and we drive more and more, our air

will become more polluted, threatening our health and economic prosperity.

Air Pollution…

In Salt Lake, Davis, Weber and Utah Counties, we’ll add nearly 300 square miles of developed land by 2040.

Loss of open space and access to the outdoors…

1000

1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

4500

Source: US Census Bureau – 65+ in the United States: 2005; Wan He, Manisha Sengupta, Victoria A. Velkoff, & Kimberly A DeBarros. December 2005.

# of People Turning 65 Each

year[Figures in 000s]

The face of America, and Utah, is changing. (Courtesy Dr. Nelson, University of Utah, Department of City and Metropolitan Planning)

The “American Dream” is now plural “Dreams” (Courtesy Dr. Nelson, University of Utah, Dep’t of City and Metropolitan Planning)

25% of Americans want walk/bike access to jobs, transit and errands.

50% of Americans want diverse, mixed-use neighborhoods.

75% of Utahns say the “ideal community” includes a mix of housing and lot sizes, mix of ages/life stages, and transit options.

Fewer than 10% have those options now.

Choice?

There is a Better Way to Grow…

The Wasatch Choice

for 2040:Regional Vision for Growth and Development

There is a Better Way to Grow…

Focus growth in town centers, with housing and transportation options.

Wasatch Choice for 2040 – Growth Principles1. Provide public infrastructure that is efficient

and adequately maintained2. Provide regional mobility through a variety

of interconnected transportation choices3. Integrate local land use with regional transportation

systems4. Provide housing for people in all life stages

and incomes5. Ensure public health and safety6. Enhance the regional economy7. Promote regional collaboration8. Strengthen sense of community9. Protect and enhance the environment

Envision Utah Quality Growth Strategy; 1999

Saves 17% or $4.5 billion over 20 years

$21.5 billion

$26 billion

Lower Taxes:Infrastructure savings in the billions

Enhanced Mobility and Economic GrowthThe Vision reduces traffic congestion by 18%

Less driving and more transportation choices will lead to cleaner air

Better Air Quality

Greater Protection of Critical LandsBy encouraging infill and redevelopment, we will

safeguard natural resources, working farms, parks and trails

Implementing the Wasatch Choice for 2040?

Regional Collaborati

on

Local Implementation

Transportation Choices Housing Strategies Envision Tomorrow + Innovative Zoning Financing Strategies Demonstration Sites

The Wasatch Choice for 2040 Toolbox:

Transportation Choices

Housing: •- Market driven•- Choices

Tool to help communities make individual decisionsThe “Envision Tomorrow +” Model

Scenario Development Evaluation

Transportation EffectsBuilding Energy ConsumptionWater ConsumptionAir QualityReturn on InvestmentTax CollectionsFiscal ImpactPublic HealthEmployment GrowthDevelopment CapitalTransportation SafetyWorkforce HousingPublic Assets

Innovative Zoning

Develop a model code that encourages the use of physical form, rather than separation of land uses, as their organizing principle.

Financing Strategies

• Market based

• Real return on investment

• Innovative strategies

Apply concepts in a ‘real world’ setting

Evaluate different scenarios

Stakeholder and public process

Share lessons learned, approaches

Demonstration Sites

Thank You