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Taking the Wheel: Getting ABQ from here… to there (PDF) is a recent report released by MRCOG in partnership with the Urban Land Institute’s New Mexico District Council. It was written with the intent of bringing the national discussion about how shifting demographics are shaping housing and transportation trends to the local level. The report draws upon new survey information from MRCOG and the City of Albuquerque, along with a wealth of national research.
The report highlights several key findings:
To be clear, generational preferences are not universal (not all Millennials want the same things) and single family homes and personal vehicles will continue to be a vital part of how we live and get around. However, even small shifts in preferences can have dramatic impacts, and the report demonstrates that these shifts are real and likely to persist. This raises some important questions; As Millennials continue to enter the housing market and many Baby Boomers choose to downsize, will the Albuquerque area be able to offer what they want? Will it provide convenient choices when it comes to getting around? The report concludes with a set of policy options and strategies that may be effective in getting ABQ from here… to there.