Along the Waterfronts - Part 2, Panel Discussion

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Exhibitions DC Builds: The Anacostia Waterfront 01/17/04-06/06/04

Series: D.C. Builds
Date Recorded: June 24, 2013
Duration: 01:17:10

Washington, D.C. was built on the banks of two rivers, the Potomac and the Anacostia, yet through industrial use, pollution, and neglect, the city has generally turned its back on its waterfronts. Panelists discuss how the D.C. region is moving from indifference to engagement with its rivers and share what’s needed to protect these valuable natural resources while providing places to live, work, and play along their banks.
Panelists include:

• Alex Nyhan, vice president–development, Forest City Washington
• Harriet Tregoning, director, D.C. Office of Planning
• Howard Ways, AICP, executive director, Prince George's County Redevelopment Authority
• Joe Sternlieb, CEO, Georgetown Business Improvement District
• Nathan M. Macek, member, City of Alexandria Planning Commission
• Uwe Brandes, senior vice president intiatives, Urban Land Institute (moderator)

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