12:00: How tariffs and other economic policies are affecting homebuilding
1:00: Fairport focuses on a walkable, diverse village
By one measure, building a house now costs $11,000 more due to the new tariffs. Some builders are concerned about possible labor shortages to come. Meanwhile, the political discourse on the left is focused on why it's even more expensive to build new homes in Democratically governed states and cities. We explore the myths and realities with our guest:
- Matthew Denker, owner of LBLD Living and operator of Rochester Construction Watch
Then in our second hour, Fairport has been growing — welcoming new businesses that mix with a range of housing designed for all ages. We talk about the vision of making a truly walkable, bikeable village with a diverse range of options for people who live nearby. Our guests:
- Julie Domaratz, mayor of the Village of Fairport
- Bryan White, manager of the Village of Fairport and general manager of electric operations for Fairport Municipal Commission
*Note: "Connections" is livestreamed each day on the WXXI News YouTube channel. Watch here.
