Categories
The events used in the scenarios are organized here by category. Click on the ‘explore’ button below any category and a short list of events will appear on the topic. Click on an event and a screen will show event detail and the evidence about it. Log in to add evidence, comments and your judgment about the probability of the event. Logging in will also track what evidence you have already read and what is new since your last visit.
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Agriculture
Local food producers and farmer's markets are growing up next to large scale dairy operations supplying milk for the region's Greek yogurt boom. Local food restaurants and farm stay resorts are taking off as well.
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Arts/Culture
Development of the arts sector into a major economic force in the region. Arts and culture as attractions to visitors and enrichment of the quality life here for residents.
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Climate Change
Tracking impacts of climate change on our region as well as steps taken to mitigate the effects.
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Community
Strengthening of community organizations and engagement of citizens.
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Demographics
Tracking changes in population age and diversity.
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Economic Dev.
Efforts to grow the local economies.
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Education
Challenges and changes in public schools and colleges in the region.
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Energy
Efforts to improve efficiency and reduce fossil fuel use.
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Government
Changes in village, town, county and state government.
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Healthcare
Improvements in availability and quality of healthcare services in the region.
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Promotion
Efforts to increase awareness in the State, nationally and internationally of the opportunities the region has to offer to visitors, business owners and potential residents.
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Recreation
Development of recreational tourism offerings in the region requires spending by the private sector and the State. Read about all the current projects here.
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Regulation
Changes to land use and other government rules.
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The Forest
Issues concerning the Forest Preserve and private forest land.
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The Waters
Issues concerning lakes and streams in the region.
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Transportation
Highways and public transportation issue.
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