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PART IV

Dayton at a Crossroads

Last summer the 'Dayton Daily News' launched the first in a series of articles examining the issues that will be critical to the success of the region. This is the third topic in that series. Future stories will focus on regional competition and cooperation, suburban development, education and possible solutions for the region.

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Growth brings conflict in Warren

In a state that's all but stopped growing, Warren County is an anomaly. It's kind of like trying to get 100 passengers on a 50-passenger bus," said Warren County Administrator Dave Gully. "Everybody wants everything right now." Well, not everybody. Several townships have slapped on temporary building moratoriums in recent years, and citizen groups have risen up to oppose the pace and density of development.

Warren County on projected course to double population, officials say

When Terry Banker and her husband, Tim, moved onto their 110-acre farm in western Turtlecreek Twp. 14 years ago, they thought they had found a green slice of heaven.

Chart: Projected population growth | Map: Where the homes could be built | What new roads would cost

PART III

Dayton at a Crossroads

PART II

Dayton at a Crossroads

Spreading urban problems put Dayton area at risk Would you support spending tax money to help develop abandoned sites in Dayton? What do you think? Take the poll See chart of results Out-of-town family still wants Dayton to succeed

Residents outside city believe it is vital that Dayton improves Is there another Patterson to lead Dayton? By author's standards, Dayton is beyond 'point of no return' Editorial: Can we do 1 big thing for the region?

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PART I COVERAGE

Dayton at a Crossroads

Over the next several months the Dayton Daily News will engage the community in a discussion of the issues and choices that will be critical to the success of the region. We will examine our strengths, our weaknesses, our opportunities, and, hopefully, begin a dialogue on the direction the community should take on issues such as regional cooperation, education, neighborhood safety and our overall quality of life. This is the first report from that examination.