Question

Help with some economics questions?

Answer 1

Martinsville is a rapidly growing town. Many new families have moved to Martinsville
for its job opportunities. Recent development has led to the creation of new apartments,
condos, town houses, and retail spaces. The developments tend to be high in density, and
residents have little or no land of their own for outdoor recreation. Though the town is
clean and offers great public services, such as schools and libraries, there are few public
spaces available for recreation. Land value is high and open space is dwindling. Local
gyms and one country club offer recreation, but not all of the citizens can afford
membership rates or fees. One local park exists, but no pets are allowed. Families who
own dogs complain that there are no resources in the town for families with pets.

As a member of Martinville’s town council, you are considering a proposal for the
construction of a dog park on five acres of public land. A national pet store chain has
offered the town a grant to partially fund the construction of the park. The town has a
budget surplus and can afford the remaining cost of construction. Following the example
of a nearby county, the town council would like to develop the park and charge users a
small yearly fee to finance maintenance. Before this proposal can be accepted, the town
council must hold a hearing to provide citizens with access to information regarding the
proposal. The hearing is in one week and already your office has received phone calls
from concerned citizens who believe that the proposed dog park is a waste of town
resources, as well as calls from pet lovers who would like to see the town devote some
resources for families with pets.

In order to prepare for the meeting, you must organize information so that you can
address the public and answer questions. Although you are personall

Answer 2

is that the question? 0.0

Answer 3

How about you come to your teacher when you have a question about your portfolio or other work. We are always happy to help and love when our students come to us with questions. I would also suggest checking the class messsage board, your teacher might already have some portfolio help on there.