Current playgrounds for children are stultifying and unimaginative. Children need to be able to create and manipulate their environment. (RA)

The construction of a human resources center in an urban area to help destroy the isolation existing among the different cultural and economic groups in a large city is discussed. (CK)

Baltimore is an American success story. Since the redevelopment of the Inner Harbor in the late 1970s, Baltimore has set the standard for urban renewal and is now rated as one of the top 10 summer destinations in the world. This year, the city will host the 68th Annual International Technology Education Association (ITEA) Conference. The…

Article discusses ways to organize a community for the active participation of residents directly affected by an urban renewal project. (GB)

Record of the events and decisions surrounding the creation of the Medical College in Newark which illustates what may happen "when the poor and the alienated confront the system with a series of demands. This case indicates that "the Model Cities Program, in conjunction with urban renewal and other federal programs, can be one of the mechanisms…

Describes how, partnering with Fannie Mae, three institutions--Howard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Jackson State University--have transformed their deteriorating neighborhoods into thriving communities. (EV)

Shows how the revitalization of a college neighborhood can show a strong commitment to a city's comeback. The renovation of Union College within the city of Schenectady, New York is presented to illustrate the renovation planning, budgeting, implementation, and affects on the surrounding neighborhood. (GR)

Notes that in the reinvasion areas there is a consistent increase in home ownership for all census tracts over time. However, it is clear that it is only home ownership among the white population that is increasing. (Author)

Looks at the environment and finds past man-made endeavors insufficient to produce better surroundings for individuals to learn, work, and play. Discusses exceptions that prove man can, in cooperation with the natural environment, design and build a better total living environment. (Author)

Details the $1 billion in facilities projects being undertaken by Georgia Institute of Technology, including the 8-acre Technology Square, which involve partnerships with its neighbors to accomplish urban revitalization. (EV)

Explores solutions to the problem of shrinking cities, population declines in urban areas. Consolidation and de-annexation are not desirable alternatives, but for many shrinking cities no other workable alternative can be seen. The reality is that many cities will continue to shrink. Radical redesign can make cities better and smaller. (SLD)

City schools must infuse strength into the young which is equal to the malignant forces which threaten their young lives and future happiness. Effective comprehensive planning must begin with an honest estimate of the desired output. Title I and Model Cities are two parallel programs sponsored by the Federal Government which seek to give help to…

This appendices reports on the definition phase activities of planning for the Fort Lincoln New Town education system. Included are complete reports on the community resources survey and the demographic survey. The General Learning Corporation planning documents are presented in tabular format. A community planning timetable is outlined and the…

Provides an overview and definition of local authority and town planning in New Zealand. Demonstrates the relevance of planning matters to the teaching of geography. Reviews objectives of geography and specific planning methods used in several districts. (BR)

An experiment in the renovation of inner-city buildings opens union jobs for Negroes in the construction trades. (MU)