In my own case, I would find a small extension useful, if only because I've been away lately and the build times for some buildings are so long! But I wouldn't want the whole schedule disrupted just for my sake, if it proves difficult.
I also seem to be getting an abandonment penalty - are new cities not tying into old sector and empire capitals? Is that an easy fix?
I also seem to be getting an abandonment penalty - are new cities not tying into old sector and empire capitals? Is that an easy fix?