Focus Area: Equity

Local Fiscal Model of Development Scenarios

The Local Fiscal Impact Model (LFIM), developed by Dr. Oden, was used to evaluate the fiscal impacts of three distinct development scenarios. The modeled scenarios were linked to the Envision Tomorrow planning software, also used in the Sustainable Land Use Planning course. Student analysis and reports will enable the City of Leander to better determine […]

Enviornmental Writing and Community Outreach

The Local Planning Assistance work unit at the Metropolitan Council provides technical assistance to communities that are currently drafting their 2040 Comprehensive Plan Updates as required by state statute. Many communities are considering integrating sustainability and resilience planning related to climate change in their Comprehensive Plan. The Metropolitan Council is interested in engaging cities in […]

South of Mission

The intent of this study and design work is to respond to the needs and distinct characteristics of the South of Mission area in the City of Salem, Oregon. Our Mission Statement is to encourage economic development through the creation and revitalization of vibrant communities. This report describes our careful examination of the City of […]

Sustainable Tourism for Lenoir City

The Lenoir City revitalization project has provided an interactive and unique opportunity for senior students in the Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism management in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences. These seniors are partnering with Loudon County Visitors Bureau to showcase their diverse skillset and talents by researching and compiling data to […]

Highland Cemetery Records Management Instructions and GIS Data

The idea behind this documentation is to help provide an easier way to manage burial records, specifically with which graves are unused, where each grave is located, and other information about the person if the plot is used. The hope was to help to move away from paper data and make the storage of this […]

Sustainable Development Concept Plan for Rockwook

The intent of this concept plan is to create a safe and central place for diverse community groups to come together, for businesses to grow, and for the physical design of the streets to provide a healthy, pedestrian-friendly atmosphere. The concept plan presented in the following report suggests steps for transitioning Rockwood back to a […]

Green Cities

The Green Cities Project focuses on providing the City of Gresham with a set of policy and plan recommendations for the Springwater Community. Springwater, a 1272-acre site on the southeast edge of the Portland Metro Area, was added to the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) in 2002 and was the subject of the 2005 Springwater Community […]

Responding to Requests for Proposals

The goal of this project was to aid Green County Development Corporation (GCDC) in bringing new businesses to Green County. In order to do so, we sought to assist GCDC in their efforts to respond to businesses who are interesting in locating in Wisconsin. Our work led to the creation of two deliverables for GCDC. […]

Marketing Strategies for Bellevue Parks and Community Services

The goal of this project will be to perform a high level climate vulnerability assessment for the City of Bellevue, to understand the greatest risks and vulnerabilities in the city from climate change. The project will involve the review of existing regional, statewide, and national studies to assess the impact of climate change on Bellevue’s […]

Organizational Communication with Volunteers

The Freshwater Society’s (FWS) Master Water Stewards program (MWS) develops, certifies, and supports community volunteer leaders to manage stormwater at a neighborhood scale to improve water quality. FWS is wrapping up the third year of its partnership with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District and is preparing to expand the MWS program to seven watershed districts […]

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