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Host: Carson Cooper
Produced by: WUSF Public Broadcasting
E-mail: letters@wusf.org

 
 

Florida Matters “Century Commission” (First aired February 8, 2008)

 
Century Commission
This week on Florida Matters; the Century Commission was created by state lawmakers several years ago to help map out a blueprint for ways to accommodate Florida's growing population while maintaining quality of life. It just released a new report. Join us to discuss what's in that report and what's ahead for Florida's future.
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Guests:
Rick Baker - Mayor of St. Petersburg, Chair of the Century Commission
Susan Glickman - US Southern Region Director with The Climate Group
   
Join WUSF's Carson Cooper for Florida Matters Friday evening at 6:00 PM, and Sunday morning at 10 AM, on WUSF 89.7, your NPR Station.
 

Online Resources

 

Century Commission for a Sustainable Florida

  City of St. Petersburg, Mayor Rick Baker
  The Climate Group
  St. Petersburg Times – Where will we be in 50 years?
  Florida Times-Union – Summit Seeks Water Compromise
  Tallahassee Democrat – Leaders Plan for Future of the Region
  Naples Daily News - Gilkey Speaks at Conference
 

About Florida Matters

 

Florida Matters is WUSF 89.7's forum that goes beyond the daily headlines and explores issues that matter to you and your community. 

Florida Matters addresses critical issues identified by listeners in our Ascertainment Survey 2006. The top five issues that matter most to you are: education, transportation, growth management, environment and affordable housing. Hear directly from decision makers, experts and other concerned citizens. Our purpose is not only to stimulate conversation, but to advance the discussion.

Learn more about WUSF's Ascertainment Survey 2006.

   
 

Florida Matters WUSF Host Carson Cooper

 

Carson Cooper


Carson Cooper has been a favorite of listeners as Host of "Morning Edition" on WUSF 89.7 since 2000. He also reports for other WUSF 89.7 broadcasts. Carson has worked in Tampa Bay radio for more than two decades.