This paper presents an up-to-date (until December 2014) review of parklets in the following West Coast cities: San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Long Beach, Los Angeles, San Diego, Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver. It also includes the... more
This paper presents an up-to-date (until December 2014) review of parklets in the following West Coast cities: San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Long Beach, Los Angeles, San Diego, Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver. It also includes the beginnings of a parklet inventory that could be expanded upon by city and through time [link]. Through examining case studies, this paper hopes to provide advice to people who aim to create parklets, and to cities to learn from each other in developing their parklet programs.
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History, demographic trends, approaches to downtown revitalization (plans & policies), recommendations (gentrification risk). Not fully comprehensive—I left out the Broadway "B" shuttle, Pop-up Hood, and other programs. ____________... more
History, demographic trends, approaches to downtown revitalization (plans & policies), recommendations (gentrification risk).
Not fully comprehensive—I left out the Broadway "B" shuttle, Pop-up Hood, and other programs.
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Oakland plays an important role in the regional economy due to its history and location. The city continues to grapple with crime and the need to present itself as a business-friendly environment. Downtown has experienced revitalization thanks to the efforts of past leaders. Oakland is now a destination and attractive place to live, work, and play, but more still needs to be done to help the city reach its potential.
Not fully comprehensive—I left out the Broadway "B" shuttle, Pop-up Hood, and other programs.
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Oakland plays an important role in the regional economy due to its history and location. The city continues to grapple with crime and the need to present itself as a business-friendly environment. Downtown has experienced revitalization thanks to the efforts of past leaders. Oakland is now a destination and attractive place to live, work, and play, but more still needs to be done to help the city reach its potential.