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Ag Matters: Gateway community planning

Highway leading into a red rock canyon in Utah
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Small cities near popular outdoor recreation areas welcome the economic boost that comes with being desirable destinations and many have become home to a growing number of people who work remotely. But small communities are often hit with big city problems like traffic congestion and shortages of affordable housing.

Landscape architecture and environmental planning faculty and students at Utah State University work with leaders and residents of gateway communities to help determine residents’ goals and balance economic development with preserving character and sense of place. Together they work toward sustainable growth solutions. Learn more online at U-S-U-dot-E-D-U slash G-N-A-R.