Technology Transfer Conference
Technology Transfer Conference

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Science, Research, and Technology

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Published: 1980

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13:

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Town and Gown Relations
Town and Gown Relations

Author: Roger L. Kemp

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 1476601704

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This is a timely work on a very dynamic field. It provides more than 40 best practice case studies from nearly half the states in America, and discusses current and evolving trends in the relations between educational institutions and cities, towns and other municipalities. The schools include public and private universities and colleges, public school districts, and other local school systems. Case studies examine current and evolving state-of-the-art practices. Appendices include a glossary; regional, national and international resource directories; bibliographic sources; model agreements and documents; a state municipal league directory; a state public library directory; and a summary of distance learning resources. The handbook is indexed. The future of America's cities and schools depends upon the proper management of resources through the use of state-of-the-art town-gown planning practices. Both public officials and taxpayers, faculties, as well as students, benefit from town and gown best practices.

Cities Going Green
Cities Going Green

Author: Roger L. Kemp

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2014-01-10

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13: 0786486988

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Over the past several decades, numerous planning movements have taken root within the United States. With names like "Urban Renewal," "Garden Cities," "Healthy Cities," "Smart Growth," "Eco-Cities" and "Sustainability," these programs promote ways to create, protect, preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of life in cities, towns and suburbs, especially in regards to the natural environment. This guide to the best practices of these programs introduces the rapidly evolving field before presenting more than 40 case studies of communities that are effectively "going green." An assessment of the future of these towns and cities and resources for citizens and officials seeking additional information conclude the work. By compiling these success stories, this handbook makes an excellent resource for anyone seeking to facilitate the restoration of the natural environment within their community.

Urban Transportation Innovations Worldwide
Urban Transportation Innovations Worldwide

Author: Roger L. Kemp

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2015-03-03

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 0786470755

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This handbook of urban transportation planning presents case studies detailing 40 best practices from 33 states in the U.S. and 19 countries on six continents. Cities around the world have improved transportation options for their citizens. Roadways have seen the addition of walkways and bicycle lanes, and light-rail transit systems have reduced street traffic. These cities have decreased reliance on personal cars and enhanced their urban environments by reducing congestion, pollution, and the number and width of roadways. This volume discusses the dynamic field of urban transportation planning and provides resources for planning professionals and public officials interested in obtaining additional information on the latest trends.

Eminent Domain and Economic Growth
Eminent Domain and Economic Growth

Author: Joaquin Jay Gonzalez III,

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2018-05-12

Total Pages: 310

ISBN-13: 1476632413

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Eminent domain is integral to a government's legal ability to take private property for a public purpose. If used correctly, the owners are paid the fair market value for their property, few citizens are inconvenienced and everyone benefits. Bad-faith abuses of eminent domain typically make the front pages of news outlets, and receive news coverage from television stations, in cities throughout our nation. To educate citizens and prevent future abuse, this book exposes both the good and the bad aspects of government's ability to use their power of eminent domain to acquire private property.