Lattica, Hemstead :: The River City

[sim1234 62]

Just read the whole CJ from start to finish and I loved every single bit of it! Keep it up!

[Joaquin 0]

I have recently seen your cj and all i can say is WOW, QUE CIUDAD TAN LINDA! what a buetiful city!

please, tell me where you found the major retailer stores like wal mart, i always want those, did u download them?btw congrats on ur extremely succesful cj!

 

CONGRATS ON PAGE 10!!!!!!!

[city_lover-niko 0]

hey thx for the dude... i dont even need to go to one of the golf courses in city anymore

btw allmost forgot it, nice update as allways

[simster6 0]

Joaquin-

Walmart-

 

https://www.simtropolis.com/stex/index.cfm?mode=files&filetype=BAT&Str=walmart%20stores%20inc

 

Target

 

https://www.simtropolis.com/stex/index.cfm?mode=files&filetype=BAT&Str=jtarget

 

TONS of realistic stuff on the STEXchange!

[pootrevor 0]

This is a really great city journal!

I love reading about such realistic city journals, hopefully after I get my broken sim city 4 disc replaced I'll be able to make more interesting cities.

[wks2003x 0]

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In the coming weeks, you will be re-introduced to Lattica.  Not only will the story of this great city continue, but you will also be introduced to Lattica's first exurb.  So just hold on a little longer...a pretty awesome update is in the making.

 

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jacqulina: thanks again!

simster6: Look for more updates on Ashley Hills in the next week or so.

sim1234: Thanks so much!  I hope you continue to enjoy this CJ in the future.

Joaquin: Thank you.  All the major retailers came from the STEX.

city_lover-niko: It's an honor to have one of my CJ readers living in my city.

pootrevor: thanks.

Everyone:  Sorry that Lattica's been inactive for the past month.  This past month has been pretty crazy.  I'm working on a major update in the next week to make up for lost time...so hold on, there's more to come.  As I said earlier, this CJ isn't dead, but it is sort of on hold at least until November.  On a good note, I'll squeeze out an update or two when I can, and there's an update on the way for next week.  Until then, here's some questions for you guys...

 

Is Lattica developing in a way that you like? 

 

What's the city missing? 

 

What would you like to see in the coming updates?

 

Thanks for hanging in there and see you all soon.

[ginchael 1]

Yes! It's back!

Can't wait to see Riverside....I'm not exactly sure what an exurb is, but can't wait to see it.

[Jayayess1190 3]

Date: 10/8/2005 11:19:14 PM Author: ginchael Yes!  It's back! Can't wait to see Riverside....I'm not exactly sure what an 'exurb' is, but can't wait to see it.

 From www.dictionary.com

1 entry found for exurb.

A region lying beyond the suburbs of a city, especially one inhabited principally by wealthy people.

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[ ex- + (sub)urb.]

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[sim1234 62]

I've been checking this almost every day and I was so happy when I found out Lattica was back!Long may it continue! Keep it up!

[wks2003x 0]

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ginchael: Riverbend has been put on hold until the next update...I want it to be absolutely perfect.  In the meantime, you can check out Meade County, which is currently as close to suburban perfection as it gets in Lattica.

sim1234: Thanks for hanging in there!  Here's an update for ya...

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Here it is...the new Brantley-Meade County is here.

 

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Meade County is currently 14,000 sims strong...its population already matches Springfield County and it continues to grow.

 

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South Brantley already has a small skyline of midrises.

 

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Downtown Brantley has the tallest buildings in the county.  Brantley now completes a group of what Latticans affectionately call the Northern Beltway Cities.  Milton - Brantley - Ashley Hills all run along the northern beltway, plus they boast a better economy and higher land values than the rest of metro Lattica.

 

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Brantley's low-density communities are the heart and soul of Lattica's northern suburbs.

 

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The Promenade at Meade :: Phase One

Phase One features stores and homes with common western architecture.

 

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The Promenade at Meade :: Phase Two

Phase Two features unique eauropean architecture

 

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Brantley's sims enjoy quiet and relaxing communities.

 

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Metro Lattica's newest limited access highway isn't an interstate highway, but it will soon get just as much traffic.  Riverbend Expressway stretches from the I-70/I-265 interchange northward through Riverbend County.

 

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Riverbend Expressway/I-265 Interchange

 

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The expressway connects Lattica's suburbs in the extreme northern metro area to the inner city.

 

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Riverbend Expressway continues its northward track through Riverbend County.  Planners are preparing to develop the mostly rural county with luxurious swim/tennis/golf communities once the highway construction is completed.

 

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The I-70/I-265/Riverbend Expwy. Interchange is already a landmark in Meade County...it's another one of Lattica's trademark massive highway interchanges.

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Thanks for visiting Meade County.  I'll try to squeeze out another update or two soon (maybe).  If not, look for a pretty huge update in the coming weeks.  Hope you enjoyed Lattica's newest suburb!

[Dsrwhat316 12]

nearly had a heart attack when i saw that my favorite CJ had been updated! lovin all the highways and massive suburbs, very pleasing to the eye. can't wait for the next update!!!

[MrCinatit 30]

all of your massive, sprawling suburbs, as well as your shopping malls are breathtaking, wks2003x. keep up the great work.

[sim1234 62]

Another amazing update wks2003x! Keep it up!

[jacqulina 162]

i love your update the work is outstanding,the pics are amazing especially the night pics

[oroen 0]

Nice to see sg's mega lot here, and the surrounding residential development layouts. I like the bit about the growing cities around the northern part of the beltway... reminds me a bit of D.C. or Altanta, how their beltways have been a major kernel for growth.

[Lord_Bertrum 3]

I look forward to seeing more of this great CJ.

[city_lover-niko 0]

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[choco1 4]

Great looking city, its fantastically designed and beautifully presented. Y9ou asked for suggestions so I think you should add more trees aorund the actual city part, but besides that I think the CJ looks fantastic!

[city_lover-niko 0]

is this cj dead

[sim1234 62]

No, it's not dead, if you read the end of the last update it says there will be a pretty huge update in the coming weeks! Be Patient!

[wks2003x 0]

Sorry its been so long since I've updated...but have no fear...a series of updates are in the works.

And here's a few hints of what's to come:
:: Meade County is now much bigger than its last reported pop. of 14,000
:: You'll be introduced to two new counties: Riverbend County & Weber County

just hold on a little longer...updates are coming.

[jacqulina 162]

look forward to more

[wks2003x 0]

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Here it is, guys.  The death-defying CJ is back with the biggest update ever, so get comfy...there's plenty to see.

 

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Lattica's slowly becoming a sprawling mass of nearly 200,000 sims.

 

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You can still make out the city's distinct skyline that follows the Chastain River.

 

 

What's Lattica up to these days?

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Unfortunately, Lattica has hit somewhat of a low point in its short history.  Davidson County's population continues to slowly decline while surrounding counties slowly grow.  So this update is all about the 'burbs...let's take a look at some older 'burbs and check out some new ones too.

 

:: Meade County ::

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Meade County continues to grow at a rapid pace.

 

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Downtown Brantley is strangely dense along with its neighbors.  The city's northern suburbs are beginning to form their own skyline.

 

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Yep, the traffic's getting worse in Brantley.

 

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Lattica's own transit system is fueling Brantley's growth.  Sims here are only a quick train ride away from Lattica.

 

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Even with mass transit options, Meade County still has some of the worst traffic in the area.

 

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And here are the sprawling suburbs...

 

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Everywhere you look, cookie cutter homes line the streets.

 

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Lattica's suburbs continue to stretch along I-265 with no end in sight.

 

 

:: Riverbend County ::

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Lattica's first exurb is here.

 

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Unlike other growing towns in the area, Riverbend was actually planned.

 

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Only Hemstead's wealthiest sims live here.

 

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Riverbend has the small-town atmosphere that many sims were looking for.

 

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The Riverbend Expressway connects the town with I-265 in Meade County, which connects with I-65 in Davidson County...it all makes for a pretty long commute.

 

 

:: Springfield County ::

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It's yet another booming suburb north of Lattica.

 

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While not quite as dense as Brantley, Milton still adds to the northern skyline.

 

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More strip-centers and postage stamp communities fill the county.

 

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Milton continues to sprawl to the northwest.

 

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Yet another limited-access highway had to go up to ease traffic congestion.

 

 

:: Weber County ::

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Lookout!  Weber County is good old-fashioned unplanned sprawl at its worst.

 

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As the city's northern suburbs begin to fill up, sims had to look to the west for low taxes, better schools and faster commutes.

 

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The Weber Regional Hospital makes sure sims stay healthy.

 

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Lattica's Southwest Expressway becomes the Weber Expressway in Weber County: a six-lane divided highway with an extra-wide median.

 

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Tons of retail stores crowded around the Weber Expressway/I-70 interchange.

 

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The Weber Mall sprouted up along the busy highway.

 

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Farther to the west, even more development is sprouting up.

 

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...and with the new residential growth, even more retail followed.

 

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The rural west side of town is now beginning to face development.

 

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At least Weber County boasts larger, more affordable homes compared to the rest of the area.

 

 

:: Shoale County ::

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As Weber grew along I-10 to the west, Shoaleville is now growing along I-65 to the south.

 

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Downtown Shoaleville already boasts some modern midrises.

 

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You know the story here.  It's another Lattica suburb.

 

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I-65 is beginning to face congestion as thousands of sims commute north to Lattica.

 

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Lattica's Southeast Expressway is beginning to draw lots of commercial development.

 

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Shoale County promises some of the best schools in the region.

 

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Expect more development to follow as Lattica's now famous perimeter highway (I-70) wraps through Shoale County.

 

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The new Sheraton Hotel is a hint that Shoale County is about to take a more upscale turn.

 

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Residential developers are already planning a massive upscale riverfront village not unlike Riverbend to the far north.

 

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Thanks for sticking with it!  More updates to come soon.

[sim1234 62]

Excellent presentation and beautiful pics! It's great to see Lattica back again!  Keep up the brilliant work!

[jasperdeman.nl 1]

Good to see you back!

Great pictures, really american and everything!

(Must be hell for new urbanists though!)

 

Keep it up!

[Micah 16]

Wow, that has to be one of the longest and greatest updates I've seen in a while. This will be another CJ that I stick with to see where it goes. Really great job.

[simster6 0]

I am so thrilled to see Latica back! Excellent update, the suburbs and surrounding areas couldn't look better!

[Dsrwhat316 12]

its great to see Lattica back up and running again! it reminds me of where i live, sprawling suburbs and endless strip malls. good to see you back!

[toxicpiano 125]

wow! great (long) update!

[jacqulina 162]

wonderfull large update/as allways done so well very detailed building and design/amazing pics

i hope you had a wonderfull christmas and you have a great new year