You live in a megacity. Currently, the city is experiencing a strain on the services provided to citizens. An urban development committee has been formed to discuss the creation of a “new city.” As a concerned citizen, you plan to attend the public hearing to discuss the pros and cons of this new city. To prepare your comments, answer the following questions.
What are TWO opportunities that can arise from rapid urbanization?
What are TWO problems that can arise from rapid urbanization?
Cite examples of cities that have experienced positive and negative aspects of urbanization.
If you could offer recommendations to the developers for making the new city more sustainable, what would you suggest, and why?