Atlanta, Georgia
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A 10 page discussion of urban problems in Altanta, Georgia ranging from housing, politics, & education, to racism & crime. Writer displays impressive knowledge of urban politics and applies such in the analysis. Bibliography lists approximately 20 sources.
Filename: Atlanta.wps

Baltimore’s Child Protective Services & Chessie
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A 5 page research paper that reports on the child protective services (CPS) in Maryland, specifically focusing on a computerized system designed to track the state’s 10,000 foster children. The system is named the Children’s Electronic Social Services Information Exchange, which has been dubbed “Chessie.” The writer reports on its current problems and offers evaluation and also refers briefly to a previous report, khcpsmd.rtf. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khmdcps2.rtf

Baudelaire In Savannah
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A 6 page research paper/essay that, first, discusses Charles Baudelaire's concept of the flaneur, or pedestrian observer of urban life. Then, the writer discusses the concept of the flaneur in relation to city life in Savannah, Georgia. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khbis.rtf

Becoming New Yorkers
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A 3 page book review of the text Becoming New Yorkers, which is a collection of ethnographic essays edited by Philip Kasinitz, John Mollenkopf and Mary Waters, published in 2004. The book reports on the new, contemporary second-generation immigrant population of New York City. In this text, each of the contributing writers offers insightful discussions of their research into the issues affecting the lives of these New Yorkers. The point of the text is to apply ethnographic methods of investigation to goal of determining how the environment of New York City contributes to reshaping the lives of second-generation immigrants. The central orientation of the text is on the various ways in which immigration is resulting in an increasingly diverse population. Bibliography lists 3 sources, which are all essays from this text.
Filename: Khbnyork.rtf

Berry Gordy and Motown
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A 10 page paper which examines the world of Berry Gordy, Detroit, and Motown during the 1950s and the 1960s. The paper makes use of the books "Dancing in the Street: Motown and the Cultural Politics of Detroit" by Suzanne E. Smith, "New American Ghetto" by Camelia Vegara, and "Urban Crisis" by Thomas Sugrue. Bibliography lists 6 additional sources.
Filename: RAmotown.rtf

Bilingual Training and New York Businesses
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This 4 page paper looks at the necessity for bilingual training in businesses, particularly in New York. Concepts may be applied to any locale but New York is the focus on this paper. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA343Bi.rtf

Bills of Quantity
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This 5 page paper looks at different types of bills of quantity and builders quantity considering how and when they are used and some of the problems that may be encountered. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEbillqu.wps

Boston's Green Line Subway / Controversy Over Its Continued Use
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In this 10 page research paper, the writer explores one of Boston's oldest subway lines. Specifically examined are the social and economic issues concerning its maintenance. Central to this discussion is an analysis of whether or not the Green Line Subway should continue to be operated in today's modern Boston. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Greenlin.wps

Boston’s Housing Market
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A 5 page paper exploring the notion of the existence of “fiscal zoning” in Boston. Those totally opposed to the idea of expanding housing at all fall back on the old congestion-and-traffic argument, adding increased pressures on local school systems for good measure. What they fail to realize is that the scarcity of affordable housing for these families and individuals stifles overall economic growth of the entire area, which eventually will serve to decrease the value of the property they currently own. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSeconSocHousBost.rtf

Bowling for Columbine & Culture of Fear
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A 4 page essay that discusses gun control issues. Filmmaker Michael Moore in Bowling for Columbine and author Barry Glassner in Culture of Fear (1999) take the stance that the American culture exits within an unrealistic climate fear due to the sensationalism of media coverage, which is designed to attract attention, and not necessarily represent the reality of contemporary US society. Both Moore and Glassner support this position, and Moore uses it to argue for gun control. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khbfc.rtf

Brooklyn's Russian Immigrants
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This 5 page paper takes a look at Russian immigration to Brooklyn's Brighton Beach that took place at the end of the twentieth century. The effect that the new immigrants have had on the region's older Russian Jews is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA039BB.rtf

Cairo: An Old But Modern City
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This 20 page paper provides a look at the modern city of Cairo as well as intense look at its history. Historic regions, relics and buildings are discussed in light of how they have been modernized. The City of the Dead, the pyramids and its mysteries are each discussed in addition to other relevant aspects of Cairo. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA206Cro .rtf

California: Image Appeal
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6 pages in length. The image of California that Disneyland seeks to reflect is one of lightheartedness, fun and adventure, as well as instilling a sense of equity to all living beings; targeting tourists, migrants, laborers and other non-residents, this particular image of California promotes family togetherness and of camaraderie between and among strangers. The student will note that this message, which is aimed at every single person from all age groups and walks of life, is shaped by Disneyland's welcoming and highly approachable style. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCCalIm.rtf

Central City Redevelopment
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7 pages in length. The focus of this paper is on the rise, the fall and the redevelopment of the major central cities. What caused the inner city's downfall and how can it be brought back to life once again? Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAicity.wps

Chef's Tables and Controversy in Chicago
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3 pages plus an outline. An argumentative essay on why the Chicago Board of Health's proposed 1995 regulation regarding restrictions to be imposed upon 'Chef's Tables' in restaurants like Trotter's,-- was unnecessary and wrong. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chefstab.wps

Chicago’s Migration and Immigration Since 1865
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A 7 page paper which examines the impact of migration and immigration on the political and social history of Chicago since the Civil War. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGchiceth.rtf

Chicago: City of Neighborhoods
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the Dominic Pacyga book Chicago: City of Neighborhoods. This paper identifies the main message of the book, considers the sources upon which the book is based, the organization, literary quality of the book and the methodology. No additional sources cited.
Filename: MHchica4.wps

Cities & Progressivism
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A 5 page research paper that the concept of progressivism within the context of urban politics. Paul Peterson has argued that cities are compelled to compete with other cities in regards to the development of new businesses and industry in order to expand their tax base and generate new revenues. Peterson pictures redistributive policies as "pernicious" and "unproductive" because they undermine a city's competitive edge (Peterson 40). Basically, Peterson sees developmental policies as beyond the scope routine local politics, leaving only allocational policies are the only remaining arena for local level debate (Peterson 40-44). Is this pessimistic assessment accurate? Is it possible to have a truly progressive agenda within the context of contemporary urban politics? This question is examined according to the experiences of three cities, San Francisco, Atlanta and Los Angeles. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khurbpro.rtf

Cities / Social - Cultural Changes
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A 6 page research paper compares modern society in Los Angeles and Boston with ancient Sparta and Athens. The writer focuses on crime and education, and general concerns of the police state. References are made to works by Zimiatin, Ellison and Plato. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Citycult.wps

Cities Grow -- Urban Sprawl In The United States & Canada
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A 9 page research paper on urban sprawl. From both an historical and modern perspective, the writer examines how the spreading of large cities into "metropolitan areas" which extend outwards into the suburbs, has contributed to social, economic, and even physical decay within the city itself. An analysis of how and why urban sprawl occurs is complemented by case examples. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Urbanspr.doc

Cities: Continually Changing Beings
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A 5 page overview of the many factors affecting city evolution. The author reveals the physical and social changes which can be observed in a city overtime emphasizing the interconnectivity between the city and the countryside and, indeed, between the city and the world. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPcities.rtf

City Beautiful v. Urban Reform Movements
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A 7 page research paper that discusses the city beautiful movement and compares it to other urban reform movements that occurred at the end of the nineteenth century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khcityb.rtf

City Morphology / As Evidenced By the Greek, Romans, Italians, & French
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A 5 page overview of city evolution as evidenced by the Greek, Roman and Italian cultures. Discusses how the Greeks heavily influenced Roman cities and how the Romans, in turn, influenced Italian cities. Gives several examples of planned and organic cities. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Citymorp.wps

City Organization And Evolution
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A 5 page overview of the changes experienced by the American city over time. Discusses the structural and political organization and the interrelationship of city government with regional, state and federal government. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: CityOrg.wps

City Policies, Urban Politics, & Local Dominance
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This 7 page paper considers some major issues regarding urban politics, the limitations on city policies and policy-making and the issues local dominance, all of which are outlined in the works of Paul Peterson, Mark Schneider, John Logan and Harvey Molotoch, and Clarence Stone. This paper evaluates the basic arguments in the books of all of these authors, and then considers the implications for regional interests. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Urbpoli.doc

Community Gardens (Article Evaluation)
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This 3 page paper examines a research paper by Been and Voicu (2006) entitled The Effect of Community Gardens on Neighboring Property Values. Community gardens are discussed. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA615gar.rtf

Community Report, Casper, WY 82604
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A 7 page research paper that focuses on the community of Casper, WY and cultural issues in regards to minorities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khcaswy.rtf

Compare And Contrast Five City Plans
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A 5 page paper. The five cities are Santa Monica, CA; South Bend, IN; Fort Collins, CO; New Haven, CT; and Asheville, NC. The writer compares and contrasts the plans in general, broad terms, identifying how they are alike and different. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PG5city.rtf

Competitive Problems in Port Jacksonville, Florida
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A 5 page paper on Port Jacksonville, Florida (an area with many specially designed facilities tailored specifically for the automobile trade) and the problems that it faced during the early and mid-1990's as a result of increased competition between cities and states. The writer analyzes Port Jacksonville's competitive environment and makes determinations about its not-so-bright future. It is realized that the socioeconomic make-up of the entire region depends on this one port city and consequently, recommendations are made for improvement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Portjack.wps

Cost Planning Services of a Quantity Surveyor
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This 5 page paper describes the cost planning services a quantity surveying practice provides. The paper includes and outline of the breadth of these services and then considers some of these services in greater depth to give the student an idea of the breadth and dept of the responsibilities of quantity surveyors. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEquansu.wps

Crime & Poverty/Tokyo & San Francisco
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An 8 page research paper that compares and contrasts crime and poverty in San Francisco with Tokyo. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: khsft.wps

Crime in Detroit and Atlanta, 1986-1996
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An 8 page paper examining the possibility that the same factors underlying Detroit's decline and loss of industry were those contributing to Atlanta's rapid growth between 1986 and 1996. The paper finds through a literature review that the two share very little similiarities aside from black crime, police inefficiency and more typical urban problems. It is true that Atlanta was growing rapidly, but its growth was based in services rather than manufacturing or any of the industrial pursuits that Detroit had lost over the period of a generation. Based on the evidence presented, the study concludes that each city was being affected by globalization, but in very different ways and certainly not within the same types of industries. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: KScityCrime.wps

Dallas, Texas: More than Just Another City
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7 pages. This paper gives an interesting look at the city of Dallas, Texas. Includes the history, some of the famous events that have happened there, the current economy and highlights the most remarkable places to go. Dallas isn't just another spot on the map. As this paper shows, it has history that is incomparable to many others. Bibliography has 5 sources.
Filename: JGAdalas.rtf

Davis' City of Quartz
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This 3 page paper looks at the two cultural groups outlined in the book: the boosters and the debunkers. The two groups are the focus of this paper. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA439Q.rtf

Demographics of Washington D. C.
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5 pages. This paper gives detailed demographic information about the District of Columbia including such things as population, college graduates, the median income, types of housing, and much more. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JAwashdc.rtf

Demographics: In and Around Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
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This 5 page paper examines some of the community near Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: HVDemoPh.rtf

Denton, Texas
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A 5 page paper which presents a basic demographic study of Denton, Texas. Urban information such as population, eduction, income levels, and ethnic diversity are covered in addition to other topics. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAdenton.wps

Denver's Renewal
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A 5 page research paper on the effort of the Denver Urban Renewal Authority to revitalize Denver's downtown district. The writer demonstrates that their efforts have succeeded beyond expectations. Cities across the U.S. are rushing to copy Denver's success. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Denverd.wps

DeParle/American Dream
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A 5 page research paper that offers an overview of 2 books Jason DeParle’s American Dream: Three Women, Ten Kids and a Nation’s Drive to End Welfare and Elizabeth Kolbert’s Field Notes from a Catastrophe: A frontline report on climate change (using secondary sources), with both books examined from the perspective of public affairs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khdepamd.rtf

Detroit's J.L. Hudson Building
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This 5 page report discusses the history and fate of one of the great buildings in the Detroit, Michigan, skyline. J.L. Hudsons's Department Store was considered by many to be a unique American institution that changed the way people viewed downtown and shopping. The building was vacated in 1983 and demolished in 1998. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Hudsonjl.wps