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Stratford, ON (May 20, 2010) — A provincial board in Ontario has upheld the city of Stratford's decision to reject proposals for a cluster of new stores, including a Wal-Mart supercenter, ruling that the proposals "are neither in the public interest nor represent good planning."
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Eagle, CO (Jan. 5, 2010) — Voters in Eagle, Colorado, soundly defeated a proposed big-box lifestyle center yesterday in an election that saw the highest turnout in town history.
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Impact of Big-Box Stores on Traffic


Impact of Big-Box Stores on Traffic

A 200,000-square-foot superstore typically generates more than 10,000 car trips on weekdays and more on Saturdays. (1 page)

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