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The residents in these videos talk about Babcock Ranch having a soul. You could equate that to the sense of place concept that we have talked about in class. From the videos, why do you think Babcock has that “soul”? How does the design of the town help residents to create a sense of place there? Why is that important?

Florida Gulf Coast University University Colloquium-IDS 3920 CRN 51132 06/27/2021 Babcock Ranch Babcock Ranch is hoping to be a haven for those who individuals who care about the environment and wish to see a more sustainable future. This haven is located just outside of northern Lee County, roughly a thirty-minute drive north from my own home. The entire goal of this community is to attempt to live sustainably and to support the care of the environment, while also remaining profitable a...