Outagamie County’s growth from a rural to a suburban and urban county means that some highways need to change speed limits and other regulations that control how cars access them. This project offered recommendations to modernize Outagamie County’s highway access control ordinance, which has not been updated in over 30 years, and analyzed crash data […]
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The following report outlines the process Team NIMBY took to create a toolkit that focused on combating the “Not In My Backyard” or NIMBY mindset. Specifically, our team focused on NIMBY’ism directed at affordable housing developments in Outagamie County. We wanted to educate city officials on both preventative and reactive measures that could be taken […]
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The cities of New London and Seymour within Outagamie County have outdated zoning codes that need to be updated. The goal of this deliverable is to provide the cities with recommendations for updated zoning codes that would create a more sustainable community. The main reason for this unsustainable zoning code is the “missing middle”, where […]
Given population trends, this region is projected to need 11,000 more housing units between 2020 and 2030. Inflexible single-family zoning, minimum parking requirements, and maximum building heights, among several other housing policies and regulations, pose an ongoing barrier to housing development and affordability in the region. Our analysis applied the principles of smart growth to […]
The Kasetsart Green Community project is an attempt to transfer knowledge into action regarding waste management and increasing green areas by targeting those who reside and work in and around Bangkhen campus, thus building Kasetsart community that helps reduce community waste to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as well as increases green areas to absorb greenhouse […]
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As a sprawling metro region, the City of Phoenix is a desert city with warm temperatures year-round. As an alternative to turf lawns, the City prioritizes the use of xeriscaping as a sustainable alternative to typical residential landscaping. In the interest of conserving water, the City promotes low water-use landscaping, or xeriscaping. After the successful […]
A municipal Public Works Department is critical to providing essential community services, ensuring a high quality of life for its residents. As communities in the Phoenix Metro are experiencing exponential growth, especially the Town of Gilbert, there are opportunities for regional collaboration for solid waste and recycling services. As the recycling economy is expected to […]
The Town of Gilbert is a fast-growing community in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro Area with a population of over 270,000 residents who are eager to have a positive impact on their community. The Public Works Department Solid Waste & Recycling and Environmental Compliance Divisions are interested in exploring new, innovative communication strategies […]
The Town of Gilbert is a municipality in the East Valley within the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. With incredible population growth over the past decade, the Town is committed to maintaining high quality services and amenities while continuing to plan for growth and development. As the Public Works Department is key to providing services to Town […]
Apache Junction is a thriving community east of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. With a rich history and variety of natural attractions, the community serves as the gateway to the Superstition Wilderness. The community attracts residents and visitors alike to enjoy close proximity to parks, hiking trails, and camping areas, providing ample outdoor recreation and tourism […]