Business View Civil Municipal - July 2023

82 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 7 “We actually have more canals than Venice, Italy, and it has certainly provided the city with tens of thousands of waterfront properties that are not just on the river but are situated by our canal system as well,” Daltry describes. Although the city is actively working towards providing even greater access to its enviable waterways, other items are also firmly on the top of its ambitious master plan. Cape Coral’s lovely park and recreational green spaces dotted throughout the dynamic city core are one of those primary focuses. The city is clearly ‘going green’ both in terms of increasing these lush outdoor amenities for residents and visitors to enjoy and keeping a firm eye on its environmental footprint. Green spaces to be enjoyed by all One advantage of having abundant green spaces is the endless opportunity to host special events for residents and those stopping in to check out the city scene.