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pact Development (LID) technology. A first
of its kind in the state, the innovative storm-
water design brings with it exclusive rewards
and unique attributes, ranging from: en-
hanced downtown character, connection
with the multi-use trail system and greater
community engagement to improving ac-
cess, mobility and environmental resiliency.
Walls and Robertson want other cities to fol-
low Fayetteville’s lead and adopt the green-
scape model to promote urban environmen-
tal awareness in a way that can be experienced
first-hand. Partnering with the non-profit
community group Sustainable Sandhills, the
city’s pursuit of the green way of life empow-
ers its residents to become active agents of
change within the community.
THE FUTURE OF
FAYETTEVILLE
Bound by a strongmilitary presence and con-
tinual infrastructure development through
innovative solutions, Fayetteville, North
Carolina’s rise to prominence continues.
With goals to become a regional destina-
tion that embraces multiculturalism, the city
offers a distinct taste of life that’s different
from anywhere else in the nation.
“We want to see growth in our community.
We want to make our community inviting,”
Robertson said. “It’s one of the best biggest
small towns to live in. Fayetteville remains a
safe place to live with the highest quality of
life. Our greatest asset is the people and the
diversity we celebrate here.”