Former Maryland Governor Parris Glendening discusses “smart growth,” a strategy to combat urban sprawl by supporting existing communities and emphasizing walkability, mixed-use development, and public transit. Implemented in Maryland during his tenure (1995-2003), this approach aims to create sustainable, accessible, and equitable urban, suburban, and rural environments across the U.S.

Source: https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/livable-in-action/info-2016/interview-parris-glendening-smart-growth-america.html