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Livable Landscapes: By Chance or by Choice?

Examining the connection between landscape and community in northern New England, Livable Landscapes: By Chance or By Choice? looks at how growth and sprawl affect quality of life and how a community works to preserve its unique character.

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APT Presentation

Premiere Date

April 1, 2005

Length

60 minutes

Funding Type

Co-Production

Melissa Paly

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Melissa Paly founded Cross Current Productions in 1992. She brings to media production academic training from Yale University (BA in Geology and a Master of Forest Science degree) and years of professional experience with industry, non-profit, and government agencies. Cross Current Productions works regularly with a team of editors, videographers, graphic designers, and others, as projects demand. Without a large overhead and payroll, Cross Current Productions is able to develop programs efficiently and cost-effectively.