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G MANAGING GROWTH <br />In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo has retained its small -town <br />charm through careful planning and smart management. <br />A tradition of collaborative partnerships between <br />community, government, and private enterprise has <br />ensured fair and sustainable development. At the heart of <br />this town's smart growth success is its combination of <br />commercial and residential use. Despite a growing <br />population, automobile traffic downtown is light. Cyclists <br />and quiet energy- efficient buses move easily though unhurried neighborhood streets. <br />Residents can choose car -free lifestyles because almost everything they need is within <br />easy walking distance. And for places beyond comfortable walking distances, a <br />convenient mass transit system offers dependable, affordable travel. Historic <br />preservation and well- designed construction meld seamlessly, never detracting from <br />the area's stunning natural view. New development is carefully planned to avoid any <br />negative impact on the environment and on the region's capacity. Downtown Hilo is <br />an example of what smart growth can do —smart growth has kept Downtown Hilo's <br />history alive and its future bright. <br />