Publication Date

Spring 2004

Degree Type

Master's Project

Degree Name

Master of Urban Planning (MUP)

Department

Urban and Regional Planning

First Advisor

Earl Bossard

Abstract

The purpose of this planning report is to present problems threatening downtowns and explore a variety of solutions for restoring the downtown core. A downtown is the heart of the city. If it is not operating well the rest of the city is affected. I have a stake in this planning report since I am an artist passionate about historic preservation and appreciative of ethnic diversity. These elements are crucial for downtown success. When they are coupled with good business and planning strategies downtowns cannot help but come back.

To do this subject justice would require volumes. This planning report attempts to summarize key points and provide a blueprint for creative decision-making. The numerous solutions given should offer management personnel encouragement that much is being done. However, the work and commitment to downtown can never cease. Only with continual vision can downtowns be worthwhile places.

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