Can applied demography assist my city with regards to planning?
Through a correct assessment of the future infrastructure needs of a city or region, elected officials and administrators can better prepare to ensure that these improvements are provided at the appropriate time. Applied demography provides the necessary tools to determine where current and future high growth areas are and will be. It is vitally important that those in elected and appointed positions have vision in ensuring a city’s success for many years to come; applied demography is a tool that assists decision makers in determining the best interests of his or her community.