This document summarizes the results of an engagement process in North Quincy and Wollaston, Massachusetts that used a game-based learning tool called Community PlanIt. Key findings include:
- The Asian population in Quincy has grown significantly and now comprises over 24% of the city's population. However, the immigrant Asian community struggles to engage in planning efforts.
- The engagement activities aimed to better understand community needs and develop a task force to launch a Community PlanIt workshop. Over 100 people played the game providing over 1,000 comments.
- Analysis of the game responses showed that the Asian population is growing in the schools and certain neighborhoods. Transportation and locally-owned businesses were seen as strengths
This document contains short quotes about education from various sources. It emphasizes that true education is not just receiving information but actively engaging in learning experiences that shape the human soul. Education does not end in the classroom but is a lifelong process of growth and understanding that continues throughout life. Learning should never be considered finished as that would mean stopping personal development.
The document discusses the results of a study on the effects of a new drug on memory and cognitive function in older adults. The double-blind study involved giving either the new drug or a placebo to 100 volunteers aged 65-80 over a 6 month period. Testing showed those receiving the drug experienced statistically significant improvements in short-term memory retention and processing speed compared to the placebo group.
Este documento describe los retos y avances en el desarrollo y operación del yacimiento no convencional Chicontepec en México. Chicontepec es un proyecto complejo debido a su topografía y características de baja permeabilidad. Para optimizar su explotación, se han implementado proyectos tecnológicos, iniciativas en pozos e infraestructura, y estrategias de gestión. Estas acciones han permitido incrementar la producción de petróleo de manera significativa a través de la optimización de pozos existentes,
William Shakespeare was an English playwright born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon who wrote famous plays such as Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth before passing away in 1616 also in Stratford-upon-Avon; he influenced other romantic poets and has an art gallery called Boydell in his honor.
Este proyecto busca enseñar sobre los derechos a 10 personas en la ciudadela Nuevo Portoviejo a través de videos, exposiciones y ejercicios durante dos semanas. El problema principal es la falta de conocimiento sobre los derechos en la comunidad. El objetivo general es promover el cumplimiento de los derechos mediante técnicas de aprendizaje.
Rakhine Commission Release Interim Report and Recommendations March 2017MYO AUNG Myanmar
RAKHINE COMMISSION RELEASE INTERIM REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS MARCH 2017
https://www.irrawaddy.com/news/burma/arakan-state-advisory-commission-releases-interim-report.html
http://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/advisory-commission-rakhine-state-interim-report-and-recommendations-march-2017
http://www.mmtimes.com/index.php/national-news/24417-rakhine-commission-releases-interim-report.html
https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2017/03/myanmar-act-now-on-rakhine-commission-report/
https://www.facebook.com/rakhinecommission/
ABOUT THE COMMISSION
The Advisory Commission on Rakhine State was founded as a neutral and impartial body which aims to propose concrete measures for improving the welfare of all people in Rakhine state.
It is composed of six local and three international experts, and is chaired by Kofi Annan.
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
KOFI ANNAN
U Win Mya
U WIN MRA
Dr. Thar Hla Shwe
DR. THA HLA SHWE
U Aye Lwin
U AYE LWIN
Dr. Mya Thida
DR. MYA THIDA
U Khin Maung Lay
U KHIN MAUNG LAY
Daw Saw Khin Tint
DAW SAW KHIN TINT
Ghassan Salane
GHASSAN SALAMÉ
LVDA
LAETITIA VAN DEN ASSUM
SHOW FEWER MEMBERS
.O.B. 157
1211 Geneva 20,
Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 919 7520
Analiza la evolución de las ventas, los inventarios, los principales problemas y expectativas de los comerciantes de las subregiones de Oriente y Urabá. A partir de la información mensual que se obtiene de los establecimientos y firmas encuestadas, y el indicador tradicional de lectura es el porcentaje de respuestas.
This document contains short quotes about education from various sources. It emphasizes that true education is not just receiving information but actively engaging in learning experiences that shape the human soul. Education does not end in the classroom but is a lifelong process of growth and understanding that continues throughout life. Learning should never be considered finished as that would mean stopping personal development.
The document discusses the results of a study on the effects of a new drug on memory and cognitive function in older adults. The double-blind study involved giving either the new drug or a placebo to 100 volunteers aged 65-80 over a 6 month period. Testing showed those receiving the drug experienced statistically significant improvements in short-term memory retention and processing speed compared to the placebo group.
Este documento describe los retos y avances en el desarrollo y operación del yacimiento no convencional Chicontepec en México. Chicontepec es un proyecto complejo debido a su topografía y características de baja permeabilidad. Para optimizar su explotación, se han implementado proyectos tecnológicos, iniciativas en pozos e infraestructura, y estrategias de gestión. Estas acciones han permitido incrementar la producción de petróleo de manera significativa a través de la optimización de pozos existentes,
William Shakespeare was an English playwright born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon who wrote famous plays such as Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth before passing away in 1616 also in Stratford-upon-Avon; he influenced other romantic poets and has an art gallery called Boydell in his honor.
Este proyecto busca enseñar sobre los derechos a 10 personas en la ciudadela Nuevo Portoviejo a través de videos, exposiciones y ejercicios durante dos semanas. El problema principal es la falta de conocimiento sobre los derechos en la comunidad. El objetivo general es promover el cumplimiento de los derechos mediante técnicas de aprendizaje.
Rakhine Commission Release Interim Report and Recommendations March 2017MYO AUNG Myanmar
RAKHINE COMMISSION RELEASE INTERIM REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS MARCH 2017
https://www.irrawaddy.com/news/burma/arakan-state-advisory-commission-releases-interim-report.html
http://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/advisory-commission-rakhine-state-interim-report-and-recommendations-march-2017
http://www.mmtimes.com/index.php/national-news/24417-rakhine-commission-releases-interim-report.html
https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2017/03/myanmar-act-now-on-rakhine-commission-report/
https://www.facebook.com/rakhinecommission/
ABOUT THE COMMISSION
The Advisory Commission on Rakhine State was founded as a neutral and impartial body which aims to propose concrete measures for improving the welfare of all people in Rakhine state.
It is composed of six local and three international experts, and is chaired by Kofi Annan.
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
KOFI ANNAN
U Win Mya
U WIN MRA
Dr. Thar Hla Shwe
DR. THA HLA SHWE
U Aye Lwin
U AYE LWIN
Dr. Mya Thida
DR. MYA THIDA
U Khin Maung Lay
U KHIN MAUNG LAY
Daw Saw Khin Tint
DAW SAW KHIN TINT
Ghassan Salane
GHASSAN SALAMÉ
LVDA
LAETITIA VAN DEN ASSUM
SHOW FEWER MEMBERS
.O.B. 157
1211 Geneva 20,
Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 919 7520
Analiza la evolución de las ventas, los inventarios, los principales problemas y expectativas de los comerciantes de las subregiones de Oriente y Urabá. A partir de la información mensual que se obtiene de los establecimientos y firmas encuestadas, y el indicador tradicional de lectura es el porcentaje de respuestas.
Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) provides services and programs that support the Asian American community in Quincy, Massachusetts. The Asian population in Quincy quadrupled between 1990 and 2010, and now comprises 24% of the city. QARI runs an mentoring program called AoM that matches immigrant youth with culturally competent mentors. The program has had success with 26 matches so far between its site-based and community-based components. QARI hopes to expand the mentoring program to serve more youth and additional schools in the future.
Im webinar3 presentation latino vote_finalimpreMedia
The document summarizes a webinar on the power of the Latino vote in 2012 and beyond. It introduces the presenters and agenda. The first presenter, Cesar Melgoza of Geoscape, will discuss how Latinos represented over half of US population growth from 2000-2010 and are driving economic growth. He will also cover Latino voting behavior and party affiliation.
This document provides demographic information about immigrants and languages spoken in Boston. It finds that over 35% of Boston residents speak a language other than English at home, with the most common being Spanish, French, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Slavic languages. Additionally, over 24,000 Boston Public School students, or 42.7%, speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish and Asian languages being most prominent. While only 8.8% of Boston's children are foreign-born, 46% have at least one immigrant parent, demonstrating the importance of immigration for the city's youth population.
This document discusses trends in ethnic and religious populations in the United States and opportunities for multicultural marketing. It notes that minorities now make up the majority in many major urban areas and their purchasing power is rapidly increasing. Specific groups discussed include Hispanics, the largest minority group, African Americans, Asians, and Native Americans. Their populations, cultures, assimilation trends, and projected purchasing power through 2045 are summarized.
This document discusses the importance of immigrants to Boston's continued prosperity based on a presentation given on April 19, 2017. It provides the following key points:
- Immigrants have played a major role in Boston's population growth, increasing diversity, and economic output. They comprised 28.4% of Boston's population in 2015.
- Without immigration, Boston's population would be barely larger than it was in 1980. Immigrants also make up a significant portion of the city's workforce and business owners.
- While progress has been made in immigrant integration, barriers still remain. Approximately 27% of foreign-born adults lack a high school diploma and 30% have limited English proficiency.
- Immigrants
Here are some key reasons why Mexicans come to the U.S. to shop:
- Better prices on name brand items. Many popular clothing, shoe and accessory brands are significantly cheaper in the U.S. compared to Mexico. This includes brands like Bebe, Guess, Michael Kors and others.
- More options and variety. Retail stores in the U.S., especially malls, offer a much larger selection of brands, styles, sizes and colors compared to Mexican retailers. This gives Mexican shoppers more choices.
- Access to exclusive brands. Some brands are simply not available for purchase in Mexico but can be found in U.S. stores. Cross-border shopping gives Mexicans access to a
This document summarizes how immigrants have contributed to Boston's continued population and economic growth over the past decades. Some key points:
- Boston's population grew 18.9% between 1980-2010 due largely to immigration, which accounted for over half of population growth. Without immigration, Boston's population would be barely larger than in 1980.
- Immigrants make up 28.4% of Boston's population and hold 27% of jobs in Suffolk County. They generate 24% of the county's economic activity and $25.9 billion in GDP.
- Boston has become more diverse due to growth in the Hispanic and Asian immigrant populations. However, barriers to integration remain, as 27% of foreign-born
This document discusses strategies for effectively marketing to ethnic and religious groups in the United States. It notes that the US population is becoming increasingly diverse, with minorities projected to become the majority in many urban areas by 2010. Specific groups discussed include Hispanics, African Americans, and Asians. For each group, data is provided on current and projected population sizes and purchasing power. The document emphasizes understanding differences within and between ethnic groups in terms of culture, values, and language preferences. It argues that identifying these characteristics for targeted individuals can enhance marketing efforts. The key tool discussed for this is E-Tech, a system that uses names and other data to predict ethnicity, religion, and preferred language with over 90% accuracy.
Learning About America from the 2010 CensusMichael Bystry
Presentation by Dr. Arnold Jackson, the Associate Director for Decennial Census at the U.S. Census Bureau. Presented on April 27, 2012 at the MRA Spring Research Symposium hosted by the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Marketing Research Association.
Learn more about Diversity Explosion:
http://www.brookings.edu/research/reports2/2014/11/diversity-explosion
__________
At its optimistic best, America has embraced its identity as the world’s melting pot. Today it is on the cusp of becoming a country with no racial majority, and new minorities are poised to exert a profound impact on U.S. society, economy, and politics.
Through a compelling narrative and eye-catching charts and maps, eminent demographer William H. Frey interprets and expounds on the dramatic growth of minority populations in the United States. He finds that without these expanding groups, America could face a bleak future: this new generation of young minorities, who are having children at a faster rate than whites, is infusing our aging labor force with vitality and innovation.
Diversity Explosion shares the good news about diversity in the coming decades, and the more globalized, multiracial country that U.S. is becoming.
- The population of Boston has become more diverse since 1990, with decreases in the white population share and increases in the Latino, Asian, and other groups' population shares.
- Between 1990 and 2015, the white population decreased from 59% to 46% of Boston's population, while the Latino population increased from 11% to 19% and the Asian population increased from 5% to 9%.
- Racial and ethnic minority populations in Boston have younger median ages, larger household sizes, higher poverty rates, lower educational attainment, and lower incomes compared to white residents.
The document analyzes data on freshmen students at Hunter College from 2010-2011, including their geographic distribution based on zip code of residence, race/ethnicity, income levels, and retention rates. It finds that most applicants and enrolled students come from Queens and Brooklyn, though retention rates vary by race, with white students having the highest attrition rate after 1 year. Areas with lower median incomes tended to have more enrolled students, though neighborhoods with the lowest incomes saw few enroll.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Alvaro Lima, Director of Research at the Boston Redevelopment Authority, about inequality in Boston. It discusses trends in income and wealth inequality by race, gender, and nativity. It also examines historical trends in Boston's population growth, demographics, and education levels that impact current inequality. Specifically, it notes that Boston has a growing, youthful, and diverse population that is highly educated overall but with significant educational gaps between racial groups.
This document provides demographic information about Hispanics in the United States and Phoenix, Arizona. It notes that the Hispanic population in the US is growing rapidly due to immigration and births, and is projected to reach over 100 million by 2050. It also summarizes that Phoenix has the 8th largest Hispanic population among major US metro areas and has experienced the 2nd fastest growth rate over the past decade at 102%. Additionally, it provides details on Hispanic income levels and consumer spending in Phoenix.
This document summarizes a presentation on redistricting in Wisconsin. It discusses the state's population changes between 2000 and 2010, with increases among all minority groups. It also reviews the history of redistricting in Wisconsin and outlines a research question comparing the concentration of racial/ethnic groups within legislative districts between 2001 and 2011. The results show that while the percentage of minority populations increased in most districts, the counts of districts with a majority of specific minority groups also increased from 2000 to 2010.
This document provides a summary of demographic data on immigrants and foreign-born residents in Boston from 2013-2014. Some of the key findings include:
- 27.1% of Boston's population is foreign-born, higher than Massachusetts and the U.S.
- The top countries of origin for Boston's foreign-born residents are Dominican Republic, China, Haiti, Brazil, and Jamaica.
- Boston is becoming more racially and ethnically diverse, with non-Hispanic whites now making up less than half the population.
- Over 40% of Boston Public School students speak a language other than English at home.
- The neighborhoods with the highest percentage of foreign-born residents are East Boston
This document summarizes demographic data from the 1960-2010 US Census on Asian and other populations in Los Angeles County and the city of Los Angeles. It shows the growing percentage of Asians and minorities over time. It also lists LA area cities with Asian populations over 20% and provides limited voter data and information on leadership representation and minority entrepreneurship.
The document discusses strategies for balancing automobile use with pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure in downtown areas. It summarizes a presentation on "putting cars in their place" which explored reducing the influence of cars and creating environments attractive to walking and biking. The presentation covered parking strategies, expanding pedestrian and bicycle networks, and case studies from various cities.
This document discusses strategies for developing successful municipal facilities plans. It provides guidance on setting goals, assessing operations and facilities, developing a database of information, evaluating space needs, and gaining approval. Special attention should be paid to a facility's mission, service delivery methods, public accessibility, integration of technology, and potential reuse options. Community engagement from the beginning is also emphasized to help determine if short term costs are offset by long term benefits.
Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) provides services and programs that support the Asian American community in Quincy, Massachusetts. The Asian population in Quincy quadrupled between 1990 and 2010, and now comprises 24% of the city. QARI runs an mentoring program called AoM that matches immigrant youth with culturally competent mentors. The program has had success with 26 matches so far between its site-based and community-based components. QARI hopes to expand the mentoring program to serve more youth and additional schools in the future.
Im webinar3 presentation latino vote_finalimpreMedia
The document summarizes a webinar on the power of the Latino vote in 2012 and beyond. It introduces the presenters and agenda. The first presenter, Cesar Melgoza of Geoscape, will discuss how Latinos represented over half of US population growth from 2000-2010 and are driving economic growth. He will also cover Latino voting behavior and party affiliation.
This document provides demographic information about immigrants and languages spoken in Boston. It finds that over 35% of Boston residents speak a language other than English at home, with the most common being Spanish, French, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Slavic languages. Additionally, over 24,000 Boston Public School students, or 42.7%, speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish and Asian languages being most prominent. While only 8.8% of Boston's children are foreign-born, 46% have at least one immigrant parent, demonstrating the importance of immigration for the city's youth population.
This document discusses trends in ethnic and religious populations in the United States and opportunities for multicultural marketing. It notes that minorities now make up the majority in many major urban areas and their purchasing power is rapidly increasing. Specific groups discussed include Hispanics, the largest minority group, African Americans, Asians, and Native Americans. Their populations, cultures, assimilation trends, and projected purchasing power through 2045 are summarized.
This document discusses the importance of immigrants to Boston's continued prosperity based on a presentation given on April 19, 2017. It provides the following key points:
- Immigrants have played a major role in Boston's population growth, increasing diversity, and economic output. They comprised 28.4% of Boston's population in 2015.
- Without immigration, Boston's population would be barely larger than it was in 1980. Immigrants also make up a significant portion of the city's workforce and business owners.
- While progress has been made in immigrant integration, barriers still remain. Approximately 27% of foreign-born adults lack a high school diploma and 30% have limited English proficiency.
- Immigrants
Here are some key reasons why Mexicans come to the U.S. to shop:
- Better prices on name brand items. Many popular clothing, shoe and accessory brands are significantly cheaper in the U.S. compared to Mexico. This includes brands like Bebe, Guess, Michael Kors and others.
- More options and variety. Retail stores in the U.S., especially malls, offer a much larger selection of brands, styles, sizes and colors compared to Mexican retailers. This gives Mexican shoppers more choices.
- Access to exclusive brands. Some brands are simply not available for purchase in Mexico but can be found in U.S. stores. Cross-border shopping gives Mexicans access to a
This document summarizes how immigrants have contributed to Boston's continued population and economic growth over the past decades. Some key points:
- Boston's population grew 18.9% between 1980-2010 due largely to immigration, which accounted for over half of population growth. Without immigration, Boston's population would be barely larger than in 1980.
- Immigrants make up 28.4% of Boston's population and hold 27% of jobs in Suffolk County. They generate 24% of the county's economic activity and $25.9 billion in GDP.
- Boston has become more diverse due to growth in the Hispanic and Asian immigrant populations. However, barriers to integration remain, as 27% of foreign-born
This document discusses strategies for effectively marketing to ethnic and religious groups in the United States. It notes that the US population is becoming increasingly diverse, with minorities projected to become the majority in many urban areas by 2010. Specific groups discussed include Hispanics, African Americans, and Asians. For each group, data is provided on current and projected population sizes and purchasing power. The document emphasizes understanding differences within and between ethnic groups in terms of culture, values, and language preferences. It argues that identifying these characteristics for targeted individuals can enhance marketing efforts. The key tool discussed for this is E-Tech, a system that uses names and other data to predict ethnicity, religion, and preferred language with over 90% accuracy.
Learning About America from the 2010 CensusMichael Bystry
Presentation by Dr. Arnold Jackson, the Associate Director for Decennial Census at the U.S. Census Bureau. Presented on April 27, 2012 at the MRA Spring Research Symposium hosted by the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Marketing Research Association.
Learn more about Diversity Explosion:
http://www.brookings.edu/research/reports2/2014/11/diversity-explosion
__________
At its optimistic best, America has embraced its identity as the world’s melting pot. Today it is on the cusp of becoming a country with no racial majority, and new minorities are poised to exert a profound impact on U.S. society, economy, and politics.
Through a compelling narrative and eye-catching charts and maps, eminent demographer William H. Frey interprets and expounds on the dramatic growth of minority populations in the United States. He finds that without these expanding groups, America could face a bleak future: this new generation of young minorities, who are having children at a faster rate than whites, is infusing our aging labor force with vitality and innovation.
Diversity Explosion shares the good news about diversity in the coming decades, and the more globalized, multiracial country that U.S. is becoming.
- The population of Boston has become more diverse since 1990, with decreases in the white population share and increases in the Latino, Asian, and other groups' population shares.
- Between 1990 and 2015, the white population decreased from 59% to 46% of Boston's population, while the Latino population increased from 11% to 19% and the Asian population increased from 5% to 9%.
- Racial and ethnic minority populations in Boston have younger median ages, larger household sizes, higher poverty rates, lower educational attainment, and lower incomes compared to white residents.
The document analyzes data on freshmen students at Hunter College from 2010-2011, including their geographic distribution based on zip code of residence, race/ethnicity, income levels, and retention rates. It finds that most applicants and enrolled students come from Queens and Brooklyn, though retention rates vary by race, with white students having the highest attrition rate after 1 year. Areas with lower median incomes tended to have more enrolled students, though neighborhoods with the lowest incomes saw few enroll.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Alvaro Lima, Director of Research at the Boston Redevelopment Authority, about inequality in Boston. It discusses trends in income and wealth inequality by race, gender, and nativity. It also examines historical trends in Boston's population growth, demographics, and education levels that impact current inequality. Specifically, it notes that Boston has a growing, youthful, and diverse population that is highly educated overall but with significant educational gaps between racial groups.
This document provides demographic information about Hispanics in the United States and Phoenix, Arizona. It notes that the Hispanic population in the US is growing rapidly due to immigration and births, and is projected to reach over 100 million by 2050. It also summarizes that Phoenix has the 8th largest Hispanic population among major US metro areas and has experienced the 2nd fastest growth rate over the past decade at 102%. Additionally, it provides details on Hispanic income levels and consumer spending in Phoenix.
This document summarizes a presentation on redistricting in Wisconsin. It discusses the state's population changes between 2000 and 2010, with increases among all minority groups. It also reviews the history of redistricting in Wisconsin and outlines a research question comparing the concentration of racial/ethnic groups within legislative districts between 2001 and 2011. The results show that while the percentage of minority populations increased in most districts, the counts of districts with a majority of specific minority groups also increased from 2000 to 2010.
This document provides a summary of demographic data on immigrants and foreign-born residents in Boston from 2013-2014. Some of the key findings include:
- 27.1% of Boston's population is foreign-born, higher than Massachusetts and the U.S.
- The top countries of origin for Boston's foreign-born residents are Dominican Republic, China, Haiti, Brazil, and Jamaica.
- Boston is becoming more racially and ethnically diverse, with non-Hispanic whites now making up less than half the population.
- Over 40% of Boston Public School students speak a language other than English at home.
- The neighborhoods with the highest percentage of foreign-born residents are East Boston
This document summarizes demographic data from the 1960-2010 US Census on Asian and other populations in Los Angeles County and the city of Los Angeles. It shows the growing percentage of Asians and minorities over time. It also lists LA area cities with Asian populations over 20% and provides limited voter data and information on leadership representation and minority entrepreneurship.
The document discusses strategies for balancing automobile use with pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure in downtown areas. It summarizes a presentation on "putting cars in their place" which explored reducing the influence of cars and creating environments attractive to walking and biking. The presentation covered parking strategies, expanding pedestrian and bicycle networks, and case studies from various cities.
This document discusses strategies for developing successful municipal facilities plans. It provides guidance on setting goals, assessing operations and facilities, developing a database of information, evaluating space needs, and gaining approval. Special attention should be paid to a facility's mission, service delivery methods, public accessibility, integration of technology, and potential reuse options. Community engagement from the beginning is also emphasized to help determine if short term costs are offset by long term benefits.
This document discusses land use inventories and the LBCS (Land-Based Classification Standards) model. It explains that land use inventories help understand existing conditions, identify trends, and are important for comprehensive planning. The LBCS model provides a more detailed and flexible classification system than traditional models by using five dimensions: activity, function, structure, site, and ownership. The document gives examples of how LBCS has been used in different cities and provides two sample property codings to illustrate how LBCS can capture a variety of land uses. While more labor intensive than traditional models, LBCS provides benefits like revealing mixed-use areas and better tracking changes over time.
This document discusses the transition to more sustainable practices through either a siloed or systems approach. It argues that a systems approach using sustainability objectives can help communities make rapid progress. The four objectives are: 1) Reduce fossil fuel dependence 2) Reduce synthetic chemicals 3) Reduce impacts on nature 4) Meet human needs fairly and efficiently. Adopting these objectives allows communities to strategically plan and implement sustainable solutions across all departments and with public participation. Several case studies show how municipalities in Sweden, Europe, and the US have made significant reductions in areas like waste, emissions, and resource use through this approach.
This presentation discusses new techniques for transportation planning in suburban communities. It provides examples from three Connecticut towns - Windsor, Enfield, and Manchester. In Windsor, a study examined the feasibility of a transportation management association to meet future transportation needs. Enfield implemented a community shuttle to connect local and regional transit services. Manchester conducted a transit study that identified needs and proposed a simplified local hub concept. The presentation emphasizes leveraging existing assets, developing transit markets, and creating regional connections to support suburban transportation development.
This document discusses various topics related to planning ethics and reflection. It begins with two quotes about learning from reflection, imitation, and experience. It then discusses Donald Schon's concept of "knowing-in-action" and cites the AICP Code of Ethics. The document outlines four tasks for participants: 1) Telling a planning success story, 2) Rewriting the ending to a problematic work story, 3) Discussing an ethical dilemma faced as a planner, and 4) Considering different ethical frameworks for decision making such as utilitarianism, rules/imperatives, virtue, and ethics of care.
The document summarizes parking reform efforts in several New England cities, including Salem, MA and West Hartford, CT. It discusses implementing relative parking pricing, revising existing parking pass programs, extending time limits, and revising enforcement hours and fines to better balance parking utilization and promote turnover. The goal is to make on-street parking more available for customers, residents and visitors. West Hartford analyzed parking utilization data and implemented similar reforms, including adjusting prices and hours across different parking assets.
This document discusses factors to consider when developing a land use strategy, including social, environmental, fiscal, economic, and demographic factors. It highlights the importance of understanding local trends related to population growth, age demographics, housing demand, employment, commuting patterns, and developable land opportunities to make informed land use decisions. The document cautions against prioritizing commercial zoning over residential without fully analyzing pent-up demand for workforce housing and potential economic impacts.
This document outlines a presentation on urban ecological tools given at a conference on October 21, 2012. It discusses how urban agriculture is transforming underutilized urban sites, and presents three frameworks for planning new uses of these sites: site evaluation, urban ecology, and consensus building. For site evaluation, the presentation examines how to match a site's characteristics and limitations with appropriate uses. The urban ecology framework analyzes the flows of resources, people, and materials within a city. The consensus building framework discusses expanding partnerships, managing stakeholder expectations, and creating long-term community visions. Case studies of specific projects in Kansas, Connecticut, Chicago, and Boston are provided. The presentation concludes by noting urban agriculture is not always the best use and other
Land banks acquire distressed properties and hold them for future use or resale. They typically get properties through tax foreclosure, mortgage foreclosure, donations, or market transfers. Two successful land banks are highlighted - the Genesee County Land Bank Authority in Michigan and the Cuyahoga County Land Reutilization Corp. in Ohio. Rhode Island Housing also runs a land bank program that acquires properties and transfers them to developers to produce long-term affordable housing. The program has invested over $44 million since 2000, with purchases ranging from urban apartment buildings to rural land parcels.
This document announces a workshop titled "Inviting conflict: Do plans and community visions attract developer interest?". The workshop will include round table discussions, downloads of the discussion content, an open exchange with panelists, and a wrap-up. The workshop aims to hear from developers on how effective various land use tools are in attracting private investment and identify areas of common ground between communities and developers. It will be moderated by Valarie Ferro-Weston and Dusty McMahan from Weston Solutions Inc. and facilitated by several people from municipalities and organizations.
Roger Williams University partnered with the Town of Bristol, Rhode Island on the Walley School Reuse Project. Students and faculty from RWU's architecture, law, business, and arts programs collaborated with the town on plans to convert the vacant Walley Elementary School into a new community center. The project involved public engagement activities, architectural design plans from RWU students, and construction management assistance from RWU clubs. Similarly, the University of Connecticut partnered with the Town of Mansfield on various projects including the creation of a new downtown, parks and recreation spaces, infrastructure improvements, and environmental planning studies. Both examples showcase higher education institutions and municipalities working together on community development initiatives.
This document summarizes a workshop on tailoring civic engagement methods. The workshop provided tips on tailoring engagement based on the purpose, level of engagement needed, constraints, stakeholders, messaging, setting the stage, and tools/methods. Attendees then participated in small group activities to discuss civic engagement scenarios and ways to tailor approaches. At the end, attendees provided feedback on what they learned and if they would apply the information.
Storrs Center is a mixed-use development in Mansfield, CT that is a public-private partnership between the Town of Mansfield, University of Connecticut, and private developers. It will include 700-800 residential units, 150,000-200,000 square feet of retail/restaurants, and 40,000-75,000 square feet of commercial/office space across 17 acres. Phase 1 has been completed with 127 apartments and retail/restaurants like Subway and Froyoworld. Phase 1B will add 160 apartments and stores like Geno's Grill and open in August 2013. The partnership leverages private investment for development while the town provides infrastructure support.
The document discusses transforming a former gas station site in a historic district into an urban green space and educational site. It describes how the gas station parcel faces environmental challenges when considering adaptive reuse due to regulations around underground storage tanks. It also notes that repurposing the space will require collaboration among public, private, and non-profit groups and may face initial resistance from those wanting the neighborhood gas station to remain. A case study is then presented on efforts to repurpose a former Citgo gas station in Newport, RI into a park called Charter Spring highlighting the site's historic significance.
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Early Life and Career Beginnings
Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio was born in Los Angeles, California, on November 11, 1974. His journey to stardom began at a young age with roles in television commercials and educational programs. DiCaprio's breakthrough came with his portrayal of Luke Brower in the sitcom "Growing Pains" and later as Tobias Wolff in "This Boy's Life" (1993). where he starred alongside Robert De Niro.
Rise to Stardom
DiCaprio's career skyrocketed with his performance in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" (1993). earning him his first Academy Award nomination. He continued to gain acclaim with roles in "Romeo + Juliet" (1996) and "Titanic" (1997). the latter of which cemented his status as a global superstar. Over the years, DiCaprio has showcased his versatility in films like "The Aviator" (2004). "Start" (2010), and "The Revenant" (2015), for which he finally won an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Environmental Activism
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9. Quincy: Sustainable Communities
• Fact: City of Quincy’s Asian American population has grown from 15.4% in
2000 to 24 percent in 2010, the largest per-capita of any city in the state, and
struggles to adequately engage their immigrant populations in planning
efforts.
• Engage the Asian community in city planning activities
• Better understand community needs, develop an Asian Community Engagement Task
Force, and launch a Community PlanIt workshop
12. Decline
Outdated single- Commercial
story commercial vacancy
buildings
Streetscapes Auto –
lacking charm Pedestrian
conflicts
13. Change
• Public Planning
Process
• Vision Plan
• Urban renewal district
• Downtown zoning
• Design guidelines
• Financial plan
• Public/Private
partnership
17. A Growing Asian Population
Quincy Population
by Race & Ethnicity, 1990 - 2010
100,000 The Asian population
quadrupled between
90,000 1990 and 2010
80,000 7% 15% 24%
Asian (with share)
70,000
60,000 Other
50,000
Hispanic
40,000
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30,000 African American
(non-Hispanic)
20,000
White
10,000 (non-Hispanic)
0
1990 2000 2010
Year Source: U.S. Decennial Census
Quincy has highest Asian % of any Massachusetts municipality
Regional Asian population grew from 3.2% in 1990 to 7.5% in
2010
19. Nativity and Language
27% of Quincy residents Quincy's Foreign Born Population
by Region of Birth, 2006 - 2010
born outside U.S. (with year of entry for Asian-born Residents)
Other
16,500 residents born in Latin
regions
6%
Asia America Asia
• 39% entered the U.S. 9% (since
2000)
since 2000 26%
• 36% entered the U.S. Europe
18%
prior to 1990 Asia
(1990 to
• 52% are now U.S. 1999)
citizens
Asia 17%
(before
1980) Asia
8% (1980 to
1989)
56% of foreign-born Asians 16%
have limited English
proficiency Total Foreign-Born Residents: 24,810
32% of Asian-language Source: American Community Survey, 2006 - 2010, Table B05007
20. Asian Subgroups
Quincy Asian Population by Subgroup, 2010
Filipino, 3%
Other,
6%
Indian, 11%
Chinese
Vietnamese, (including
14% Taiwanese),
67%
Note: "Other" includes Korean, Thai, Japanese, and other Asian subgroups.
Source: Census 2010
21. Household Income
Quincy Families by Income,
2006 - 2010
30%
25%
20%
Asian Families
15%
Non-Asian
10% Families
5%
0%
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Source: American Community Survey 2006 - 2010, Tables B1901, B1901D Bars show 90% Margin of Error
Asian family income is comparable to non-
Asians, but households are 15-20% larger
22. Age
Quincy Residents by Age and Asian Origin, 2010
10,000
Asianscomprise:
9,000
- 24% of Quincy's total population
8,000
- 29% of residents under age 20
7,000
- 14% of residents 65 or older
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000 Asian
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0
Age Group Source: Census 2010, SF1
Demography and birth rates mean Asian
population will continue to grow
23. Asian Students in Quincy Public Schools
Quincy Public School Enrollment
by Race/Ethnicity, 2010 - 2011
1,600
High Schools
Asian
1,400
Other
1,200
Hispanic
1,000
African American
800
Middle Schools Elementary Schools White
600
400
200
-
Asian students comprise 33% of district
24. Household Size
Family Household Size, 2010
Asian Households Non-Asian Households
2 people
5% 2%
3 people 7%
6%
26% 4 people
11%
5 people 17%
48%
6 people
7+ people
24%
27% 25%
Nearly half of all Asian families include four or more
people, compared to only 27% of non-Asian families
26. North Quincy and Wollaston
Civic Engagement
Results and Feedback
Holly St. Clair, Metropolitan Area Planning
Council
27. Engagement activities
• Asian American Civic
Engagement Taskforce
• Walkshop
• Community PlanIt Game
• ACDC in-person Outreach
Activities
• Visioning Session
28. Embracing Game-Based Learning
• Mission and Narrative
• Competition
• Direct Real-World Incentives
• Cooperation and Community Visualization
29. Community PlanIt Implementations
• Boston Public Schools- 460 players
and 4600 comments
• Engaging Detroit in Long Term
Planning-1000+ players, 8400+
Comments, 300+ affiliations, 120
attended final meeting
• Engaging Quincy in Neighborhood
Visioning- 100+ Players, 1000+
comments
31. Did you play Community PlanIt: NoQuWo?
1. Yes
14%
2. No
86%
31
32. What is your age?
1. 0 - 19
38%
2. 20 - 29
14%
3. 30 - 39
11%
4. 40 - 49
14%
5. 50 – 59
8%
6. 60 or better
16%
33. What is your annual household income?
1. $0 - $19,999
21%
2. $20,000 - $34,999
13%
3. $35,000 - $54,999
16%
4. $55,000 - $84,999
17%
5. $85,000 - $139,999
20%
6. $140,000 or more
13%
33
34. How do you identify yourself?
1. White
25%
2. Asian
70%
3. Black or African American
1%
4. Hispanic or Latino
1%
5. Multiracial
1%
6. Other
1%
34
35. Do you own a home or rent?
1. I own a single family home
38%
2. I own a multi-family home (e.g., triple-decker)
15%
3. I own a condominium or townhouse
15%
4. I rent my home or apartment
18%
5. Other (none)
15%
35
36. What language do you speak at home?
1. English
51%
2. Spanish
1%
3. Portuguese
1%
4. Chinese dialect
37%
5. Haitian Creole
1%
6. Other
9%
36
38. What’s unique in NoQuWo
Quincy Public School Enrollment
by Race/ Ethnicity, 2010 - 2011
1,600
High Schools
Asian
1,400
Other
1,200
Hispanic
1,000
African American
800
Middle Schools Elementary Schools White
600
400
200
-
39. What are the neighborhood’s strengths?
1. Transportation options
51%
2. Locally owned businesses
10%
3. Parks and public spaces
6%
4. Sense of tradition and history
4%
5. Schools
9%
6. City government
1%
7. Neighborhood/community-feeling
13%
8. Culture and entertainment
4%
9. Opportunities to thrive, in jobs or as
2%
citizens
39
40. What are the neighborhood’s weaknesses?
1. Transportation options
5%
2. Locally owned businesses
3%
3. Parks and public spaces
10%
4. Sense of tradition and history
13%
5. Schools
4%
6. City government
12%
7. Neighborhood/community-feeling
16%
8. Culture and entertainment
22%
9. Opportunities to thrive, in jobs or as
citizens 15%
40
41. Doing business
Hancock Street Corridor Businesses
Select Business Type Count of
Businesses
Grocery and Convenience Stores 15
Salons and Personal Care 39
Restaurants & Cafés 34
Elderly/ Youth Support and social 21
organizations
Legal Services 22
Travel, Rental, and Banking Services 45
Medical Services 20
Source: MAPC Analysis, Info-group 2011 data
42. What should the economic development funding
priorities be?
1. Business Expansions/Loans
12%
2. Commercial Rehabilitation
24%
3. Job Creation
38%
4. Job Training and Placement
26%
43. Family Household Size, 2010 Living
Family Household Size, 2010
Asian Households Asian Households Non-Asian Households
Non
2 people 2 people
5% 5% 2%
3 people 3 people
7% 7%
6% 6%
26% 26%
4 people 4 people
11% 11%
5 people 17% 5 people 17%
48%
6 people 6 people
7+ people 7+ people
24% 24%
27% 27% 25% 25%
Family Household Si
Asian Households
2 people
5%
3 people
6%
26% 4 people
11%
5 people
6 people
7+ people
24%
27%
44. Living
Hancock Street Corridor-Housing Stock
Housing Type No. of Properties No. of Units
Single Family 40% 22%
2-3 Family 22% 26%
Apartment 6% 32%
Condominium 30% 17%
Group Quarters 0.2% 2%
Mixed Use 2% 2%
45. What should the housing development
funding priorities be?
1. More affordable rental housing
20%
2. Assistance to rehab homes
8%
3. Energy improvements
15%
4. Mitigating lead-based paint hazards
2%
5. Historical preservation
5%
6. More affordable homes
43%
7. Assistance with rent
6%
46. Playing
“Most kids in the area
have a park or two within
walking distance, and
many can walk to school,
which is great. Shopping
areas have a lot of
character thanks to all
the small, locally-owned
businesses.”
“Reviving the
Wollaston Theater
(Wolly!) seems like it
could be a major boon
not only for the
Wollaston area, but
also for the whole
city.”
47. What are the Neighborhood’s business attractions?
1. Dining out
53%
2. Grocery Shopping
23%
3. Personal Care (e.g., salon, spa)
3%
4. Consumer products (e.g., clothes))
7%
5. Professional Services (e.g., legal)
0%
6. Cultural, social, entertainment
6%
7. Health care
2%
8. Religious purposes
6%
47
48. Getting around
Hancock Street Corridor Parking Lots
Land Use Acres Parking Spots
Commercial/ MBTA 57 6,244
Other Developed 3 283
Residential 15 1,627
Total 75 8,153
Source: MAPC Analysis
49. Getting around
Hancock Street Corridor Crash Data- 2009
Crash Severity Total Crashes
Non-fatal injury 27
Property damage only (none 179
injured)
Not Reported 17
Unknown 6
Grand Total 229
Number of crashes involving non-motorists= 12
Source: MassDOT 2009
51. Lessons Learned
• General
• Being flexible with the project scope, especially
when testing new product/ idea
• Need for a clear communications and outreach
plan – kick off, walkshop, connecting to local
press
• Importance of the outreach plan to create a level
playing field for opening discussions (who is in an
who is out, who is the decision maker, etc.)
• The Role of Youth: Youth issues are a serious
platform for discussion about opportunities and
local issues, not ancillary
• Learning the right time to engage, especially in
absence of community “urgency”
52. Lessons Learned
• Project Specific
• MAPC is learning how to advance political
discussions/ rights and decision-makers,
facilitating and representing both groups
• Staff transition did not shift commitments/
expectations
• Challenges of working with a nonprofit
expanding their service area during a
visioning process (if relying on NPO to
engage non-traditional participants – ref. Jane
Jacobs systems planning)
• Challenge of engaging and relying upon a
Task Force for outreach and facilitation
53. Lessons Learned
• Project Specific
• Neighborhood in transition, tension between
new immigrant community establishes itself
• Working with an established organization –
not a way to make in-roads
• The game - Less missions, shorter in length
and need for focus on the commercial corridor
• Outreach process gave city community needs
data, influencing spending allocations for
CDBG/ HOME program
54. Moving Forward
MAPC - Sustainable Communities
Analyzing Opportunities and Impediments to
TOD
•Wollaston MBTA Station
This project was funded by a federal Sustainable Communities Grant that was awarded to assist the region in implementation of MetroFuture, the regional plan for the Boston metropolitan area that was adopted in 2008. The vision set forth in MetroFuture includes the aspirations of the nearly 5000 people who participated during the preparation of the Plan. We want all communities to be safe; everyone to have access to clean air, water, and healthy food; every community to be a vibrant and attractive place to live. The issue of housing affordability never vanishes. We want adequate supply and affordability, in all communities throughout the region, to meet the region-wide need. Growth has great benefits – jobs, homes, places to play and shop. But we all know it has challenges as well. The benefits and burdens of growth should be spread around the region, through equitable planning with a regional focus. And preservation is as important as growth. As communities focus growth in sensible locations, they have the opportunity to protect critical natural areas, working farms, recreational opportunities, and watersheds.
The MetroFuture Plan includes the entire 101 communities of the greater Boston region, and takes into account future models for growth in the 163 communities in the transportation planning region of the Boston MPO. The MetroFuture plan encourages areas for housing and economic development as well as open space preservation, and outlines transportation systems needed to support current and future development.
A critical element of the MetroFuture plan is the process that was used to develop the plan. This was a 4-year process that began with visions, was supported by data and models, and was based upon the choices of participants as they looked at the potential impacts of alternative future growth patterns. This process yielded not only the plan itself, but also a constituency of 5,000 “plan builders” who , we hope, will help us to work to accomplish the MetroFuture goals.
Products: A vision for the region we want, building on the region’s strengths and investing in our residents 65 goals, supported by hundreds of objectives, for Greater Boston in the year 2030 13 implementation strategies, with hundreds of specific recommendations, designed to help the region achieve its goals The goals and strategies have been designed with a many to many relationship – each goal is advanced by several strategies and vice versa
This consortium now consists of more than 150 groups, and is governed by a Steering Committee that is made up of the various constituent groups of the consortium. The Steering Committee is responsible for the approval of all scopes for projects being implemented under the grant.
This slide summarizes the activities to be undertaken with the grant. It is through these activities that MAPC and the consortium partners with interact with communities and organizations both within our region and throughout the state. The ( insert name of project ) is being funded under the ( insert category – e.g., placed based planning) area of the grant.
Project Overview: MetroFuture – Regional Plan for Metro Boston Sustainable Communities program ($4m from HUD/ EPA/ DOT partnership for gap filling, place-based, capacity, tools, best practices to advance regional equity, smart growth, and regional collaboration), development of project with Quincy and ACDC, grant helping MAPC to reach out/ work with new partners, explore new outreach techniques, and address issues in engaging non-traditional populations, particularly for purposes of engagement), key city team who served as a touchstone throughout the process. ACE Task Force Outreach to the public to encourage participation in Community Planit Utilize results of Data Analysis to facilitate discussions around community issues Ensure that a variety of perspectives are represented (elders, youth, recent immigrants, 2 nd generation Asian-Americans) Use Community PlanIt to participate in the Quincy city planning process
50% of Asian Families earn more than $75,000 per year, vs 53% of non-Asian Families 14% earn less than $25,000 per year, vs. 12% of non-Asian families Average Asian Family size in Quincy: 3.56 Average family size (all races) in Quincy: 3.05
Asian birth rate is 4 – 8 births per hundred women White birth rate is 2 – 4 births per hundred
Content: Asian American Civic Engagement Task Force Task Force, Walkshop, Community PlanIt, ACDC In-person outreach activities, This meeting (need some visuals- image of walkshop, task force meetings etc) Quincy Demographics- Why NoQuWo Project activities Outreach results and polling- What ’s unique in NoQuWo What people do in NoQuWo- Doing business, Living, Playing, Getting around.
Thematic missions provide story and structure to interaction Learning can be scaffolded and developed over time Precise start and end dates provide immediacy, focus and suspense Leaderboards, ranking and awards provide immediate feedback, reputation and compelling onboarding Coins are earned by completing planning challenges answering trivia questions and earning award bonuses At the end of each mission players can pledge their coins on real community action and causes Players can join together in affiliations to pool points Real Time filtering with data visualization
Determining school quality Goal: Engage parents, teachers, and students administrators and community members over what makes a quality school Detroit: Engage a diverse set of Detroit stakeholders in thinking about the future of the city as a whole
Compare keypad findings (demographics with game demographics and Quincy stats here. Now that we know which age and race groups were represented, lets see what they said- both as part of the game, in-person activities, and what you will tell us right now through the keypad polling. (transition into next slide)
Total of 51 assets identified ranging from the businesses in Hancock Street to the open spaces in the area. The high share of Asian residents and businesses are unique to the North Quincy Wollaston neighborhoods.
The high share of Asians, while unique, also raised issues of barriers and racism that Asians face. With one in three people under 20 Asians, and the share growing, these issues are real in institutions and our daily interactions.
Keypad and Game results
Keypad and Game results > establish themes for doing business, living, playing, and getting around. Now that we have seen some assets and concerns that members of this community have, lets get into some specifics. The neighborhood has people living, doing business, and playing here while getting from one part of the area to another. We looked at each of these aspects and defined missions in the game accordingly. We will go through each aspect in the next few slides.
The State Street office and other employment centers are near the North Quincy T stop, while there are a lot of locally owned businesses along Hancock Street. The Hancock Street Corridor Area has a total of 388 businesses out of which 46 are identified as Asian Owned as per 2011 data. About 200 people work in these Asian-owned businesses.
Keypad and Game results > establish themes for doing business, living, playing, and getting around. Now that we have seen some assets and concerns that members of this community have, lets get into some specifics. The neighborhood has people living, doing business, and playing here while getting from one part of the area to another. We looked at each of these aspects and defined missions in the game accordingly. We will go through each aspect in the next few slides.
Asian family income is comparable to non-Asians, but households are 15-20% larger Average Asian Family size in Quincy: 3.56 Average family size (all races) in Quincy: 3.05 Higher density with multiple units per parcel in the neighborhood.
A mix of home-owners and renters in the area. New immigrants tend to be renters, and they also tend to stay on, buying homes here. A third of the housing units along Hancock Street are renter-occupied housing, followed by 2-3 family homes making up a quarter of the housing stock. Newer construction consists of more condos than single family residences. The area also has a number of assisted living facilities and senior residences (Examples?). Comments in our engagement discussions compared North Quincy-Wollaston residential options to Boston ’s living options. Note about affordability.
Keypad : Housing development funding priorities poll
Opportunities for community gathering stood out as a key need for the neighborhood- for all age groups. Participants highlighted the Wollaston Theatre as a resource which could respond to this gap. Open Spaces are an important community asset and people also talked about the plenty of dining options and other things they come to the area for.
We know about the parking issue regarding the C-mart location along Hancock Street. Preliminary estimates show space for over 8,000 cars in the corridor- and this excludes the street parking. As part of the game, people suggested different ways to manage traffic ranging from shared parking usage to strategic location of parking lots.
The MBTA came up multiple times as a resource for the neighborhood. The quick and frequent connection to Boston is really valued by residents of the neighborhood. At the same time, other modes and activities require people using vehicles .Safety along the Hancock Street corridor was a key concern.