Need Water?
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9/13/2013
Yes, the sunrises & sunsets in the desert are spectacular, as are the views at a distance and the ubiquitous natural beauty. Problem is, just about every 'organized' settlement wants to recreate (insert name of Eastern riparian state). That takes water. Development-hypers fail to mention this vital element is both a finite and declining (in amount & quality) resource. Yet the Arizona economy continues to rely on 'development'. The siren of greater population for more revenue has a much shorter shelf-life than the need to replenish exhausted sources of water, e.g., pumping ground water at some geometrically greater rate than the aquifers refill. It's a negative-sum game. Wanna visit? OK, bring lots of touristy appetites & dollars. Wanna relocate here? Bring your own water.
Realist | Florence, AZ