Prof. Bob Forrant Participates in Public Affairs Programs

Prof. Bob Forrant's opinion is often sought on matters of urban revitalization.

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Prof. Bob Forrant of the Department of Regional Economic Development (RESD) was among the experts interviewed in a recent episode of WCVB-TV’s “Chronicle” program featuring Fitchburg’s new mayor, Lisa Wong, and her efforts to grow the city as a tourist destination and business center.  In the piece, Forrant spoke of the economic challenges and opportunities facing mill cities like Fitchburg.

Forrant and Wong were also included among a panel of experts on National Public Radio’s WBUR-FM in a similar effort to discuss and promote urban revitalization.  Other panelists in the hour-long program were Lowell City Manager Bernie Lynch and the mayors of Somerville and Leominster. 

The complete radio interview may be heard through Radioboston, under the air date of Feb. 8.