One of the nicest things area residents could do would be

to choose a sized circle they wish all commercial and

suburban developement to stay within. That would prevent

urban sprawl, maintain the scenic nature of the area which

attracts people to Northern Michigan to begin with.

It's easy, and it's democratic....just pick from one of

three sized circles you wish your village or town to grow

to. Outside the circle, squares where farmsteds and farms

become preserved for food and scenic preservation.

I call the idea....Democracy Development Circles and

Squares.

thanks....DJ