The spring 2017 Disaster Reduction and Emergency Planning Studio course (ENVS 476) worked on issues related to sea level rise in Edmonds. A four-person team performed background research, developed models, ran the models, and described results. Interactions with city staff were by Skype, but the students traveled to Edmonds on June 9, 2017, to present […]
Sustainable Development Goal: 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
Seaside Linear Park proposal
The purpose of this project is to increase public health conditions and overall quality of life for Seaside residents by proposing the future development of a linear-shaped, urban park. This new park is meant to be inclusive and equitable for surrounding communities while maintaining sustainably-influenced infrastructure. Alongside General Jim Moore Boulevard, a street lying on […]
LiDAR Data Assessment and Analysis: Northeast Salinas, Monterey County
The purpose of this project was to assess the Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG) Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) and bare earth Digital Elevation Model (DEM) datasets and conduct stormwater flow analyses. City officials would like to know if the AMBAG LiDAR and associated DEM accurately represent the relatively flat topography of northeastern […]
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Northeast Salinas, Monterey County
Traffic Accident Geocoding
The purpose of this project will be to Geocode Accident data recorded from the City of Seaside Fire Department from March 15th to March 24th. This will allow them to see where these accidents are occurring throughout the city and to determine if the majority of accidents are occurring more in residential areas or near […]
Residential Health
The purpose of this report is to provide the Village of DeForest with information regarding future residential health property development in the Village of DeForest and Windsor. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. UniverCity Year Contact Info Gavin Luter Managing Director gavin@cows.org 608-261-1141 University Faculty Contact Tom Landgraf Real Estate […]
Homelessness Assessment
The purpose of this project is to develop new analysis tools to assess the size, location, and change in Auburn’s homeless populations. Students will assess current practices and strategies used by Auburn and other municipalities, and describe potential new tools appropriate for Auburn. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Livable […]
Organizational Models for the Monroe Cultural Collaborative
The purpose of this project is to identify potential organizational models that the Monroe Cultural Collaborative (MCC) could emulate for the purpose of more efficient and effective stewardship of the arts in City of Monroe. For this purpose, we conducted market research on arts organizations from different parts of the United States based on similar […]
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A spatial analysis of fire hydrants in Seaside, CA
The purpose of our project was to geocode a given number of fire hydrants in Seaside, CA for the local fire department. It is necessary for them to have their hydrant locations geocoded in order for the department to receive accreditation for funding. Our study area will be focused in the city of Seaside, CA […]
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Connectivity Element for Comprehensive Plan
The purpose of a connectivity element is for the city to be more strategic in its efforts to physically, socially, culturally, and economically connect Auburn. This project includes a problem assessment, mapping exercise, and development of suggestions for code updates and infrastructure improvements for physical connectivity. The deliverable will be provided in a format resembling […]
Super Green Roof for Monterey Bay Charter School (MBCS)
The possibility and the costs associated with implementation of a green roof on the Monterey Bay Charter School, intended to be located at CSUMB, are considered. This development would noy only serve as a sustainable aspect of the school from the perspective of infrastructure, but it would also enhance thei environmental education opportunities that the […]
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