> but I suspect that solving problems of existing cities will probably lead to better long-term results Isn't this what local governments are all perpetually t

> but I suspect that solving problems of existing cities will probably lead to better long-term results Isn't this what local governments are all perpetually trying to do in every city? The cool thing about this YC initiative is that it is considering such a drastic green-field approach. It may turn out not to work, but it seems worth trying when you look at how poorly the alternative often works (e.g. the gridlock in SF over housing).