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Zak: Roswell can grow while protecting tree canopy and river
Summary
Chris Zak said Roswell is on a 'frontier' of growth and emphasized that city leaders must be intentional about balancing economic growth with protecting the tree canopy, river and local character.
Zak framed Roswell's future as an opportunity to balance growth with environmental protection. "What I look forward to is kind of growing the city while protecting the tree canopy, while protecting the economy to create a place where the environment is integrated with a suburban economic growth center," he said, adding that the city's geography and history offer a unique chance to get the balance right.
He referenced Kyoto as an example of a place that integrates history, culture and economics, and said Roswell can become a recognized destination if leaders act intentionally. He did not outline specific policies or funding amounts during the interview.
