Councilor Mary Black: The plan to build low-income housing in a flood zone is “eco-apartheid”
Putting affordable housing for low-income and working class predominately Black and Persons of Color adjacent to a flood zone is eco apartheid.
January 24 City Council Meeting Highlights
Most rezoning cases were sent to committee or held for further discussion.
The Density and Growth Dilemma
The false dichotomy that one must be either pro-growth or anti-growth serves no one. A sensible and balanced approach to development would promote growth that is equitable, environmentally sustainable, supported by adequate infrastructure, and compatible with existing development.