The sliders *should* have a long term effect on the over all expansion of the town. It doesnt seem to be working correctly, as the town freezes after that first expansion. Sorry! But more work *and* more vacation should work. The design is deceptive. It's really about the ratios between things. It's meant to be one of those things you have to figure out as you play. (Also known as: bad design decisions! 😅)