Gateway to the Grand Canyon
Many federal and local officials are supporting a large gateway development for the Grand Canyon, called “Canyon Forest Village.” Even several environmental groups are getting behind the proposed complex, which will include 1300 hotel rooms and enough retail space for four department stores. From member station KNAU, Mitch Teich (TYSH) reports that Canyon Forest Village could become a model for easing overcrowding at national parks nationwide.
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