Negative Consequences Of Auto-Centric Development

A new Florida law making it more difficult for seniors to renew their driver's licenses if their vision is failing shows how auto-oriented development and a lack of transportation alternatives has drastic social and financial consequences.

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May 30, 2003, 1:00 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

Amy Tardiff of member station WGCU in Ft. Myers reports that a new Florida law making it harder for seniors to renew their driver's licenses could mean real hardship to those that fail vision tests. The new law mandates a vision test for those over 80 who want to renew their license. But there are few reliable alternative means of getting around for those who fail.

Thanks to Patrick McDonough

FULL STORY: Senior Drivers

Monday, May 26, 2003 in National Public Radio

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