Presidential Reconstruction/Congressional Plans: 1865-1877
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3 pages in length. Defining the relationships that existed between and among government, politics, democracy and power in the mid-1800s was a task that drew its conclusion upon a very fine line. Indeed, while all four of these entities had something significant to do with one another, at the same time they each possessed their own particular arrangement within the wide and varied scheme of bureaucratic function. The writer discusses the elements that played an integral role in the modification of the presidential reconstruction. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCprez.wps

Privatizing Inner-City Schools / "No Place To Go But Up !"
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A 7 page research paper on privatizing urban schools. The writer argues that the positive aspects of privatization far outweigh the negative and offers the promising case of Hartford, Connecticut as an example. Reasons to change over are analyzed in great detail as are some of the casual factors behind decline in inner-city school systems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Urbanedu.wps

Problem of Homelessness/Review of Literature
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10 pages. A 10 page research paper that gives an overall look at the homeless situation summarizing the current research, theories and knowledge regarding this social problem. The writer demonstrates that society is still not close to finding a solution to the problem of homelessness and that current welfare reform legislation will, in all likelihood, exacerbate this problem. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: JGAhomeless.rtf

Problems Of "Urban Sprawl"
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This 10 page research paper examines the issue of urban sprawl in America from a conservative perspective. Specifically discussed are the effects of urban sprawl on regional settings, goals and objectives established for prevention, policy options for the U.S. as a whole and applications of policy options to Phoenix, AZ. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Urbspral.wps

Proposal for a Subway System in Rochester, New York
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This 9 page paper looks at the possibility. It first examines other histories with an emphasis on New York City in order to determine the best course of action for city planners. Several variables are considered including population and the weather, and a recommendation is made to go ahead with the project. The paper argues that a subway will enhance mobility and accessibility for the population. It would also attract tourists and more residents. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA348RNY.rtf

PROS AND CONS OF LAND USE REGULATIONS
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This paper examines land use regulations and whether they help or hinder economic development. Examples used include how Rhode Island has upgraded its laws to be more fair in the area of land use, and how one city managed to drive away a business because of its land use ordinance. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTlanuse.rtf

Prospect Park: An Example of the Park Movement in America
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This 8 page paper examines the American park movement and particularly looks at the development of Prospect Park. Designers are the focus of the inquiry. Annotated bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA550prk.rtf

Public Administration/History & Recreation
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A 12 page research paper that addresses two topics. The first half of the paper is a brief history of policy in public administration from Woodrow Wilson's essay in 1887 to the 1990s. The second half of the paper is a "memo" to a county Board of Supervisors concerning formulating a plan to address the county's recreational needs for the next two decades. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khpubadm.rtf

Public Perception Of The LAPD
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses the negative public perspective of the Los Angeles Police Department. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLC_LAPD

Public Transportation In New York City
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The evolution of public transportation in New York City is described in this 12 page paper. The writer covers various issues, problems, and other matters that have confronted the city's public transportation department .. examining how some of those still persist today. Bibliography lists17 sources.
Filename: Nyctrans.wps

Questions and Answers Regarding the Recreational Opportunity Spectrum and Carrying Capacity
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This 3 page paper evaluates and answers three questions submitted by a student on this subject. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Racial Segregation And The Watts Neighborhood Of Los Angeles / A Focus On Urban Revitalization As A Solution To Racial Division
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This 5 page paper is broken down into two specific parts: The paper considers the issue of racial segregation in the urban landscape and the problems in residential areas, then relates the issue of racial segregation to the specific elements of the Watts neighborhood in Los Angeles and the attempts being made towards urban revitalization in light of the call for reductions in racial divisions. Bibliography lists 4 sources. LA
Filename: larace