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Sixth
Annual Ronald C. Baird Sea Grant Science Symposium
Creating Vibrant Waterfronts in Rhode Island
October 19 and 20, 2007
University of Rhode Island
Corless Auditorium, Narragansett Bay Campus
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Summary
Many Rhode Island coastal communities are working to create waterfronts
with vibrant and diverse qualities that enhance a coastal area's ability
to be disaster-resilient, rich with urban coastal public access, and supportive
of an economic base that balances traditional and emerging uses, including
industrial, mixed use, and recreational activities. In addition, many
of these places are engaged in regional processes to resolve economic,
environmental, and social issues that impact the waterfronts and their
coastal communities.
This two-day symposium will explore how coastal communities - locally,
regionally, and nationally - are using the latest environmental, economic,
and social science and cutting-edge techniques to enhance and achieve
vibrancy along their waterfronts. While the symposium features the waterfronts
of Pawtucket, East Providence, and Newport Harbor, key topics are nonetheless
critical for all Rhode Island waterfronts and their stakeholders:
Sea Level Rise and Hurricanes
Science Perspective: Projected impacts of hurricanes and sea-level
rise on
Narragansett Bay communities
Management Perspective: Opportunities for state and municipal preparation
for climate change.
Economics
Science Perspective: Understanding variables to achieve
an optimal waterfront.
Management Perspective: Striking a balance of mixed waterfront uses for
long-term community benefit.
Sponsors
Rhode Island Sea Grant
Prince Charitable Trusts
Rhode Island Statewide Planning
Urban Land Institute, Rhode Island Chapter
Rhode Island American Institute of Architects
The University of Rhode Island Coastal Institute
Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council
The University of Rhode Island Coastal Resources Center
Learn more about Conference Sponors
AIA Rhode Island members will receive Continuing Education
Units (CEUs) for participating.
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