Small Cities Thinking Big
Revitalization Lessons from Augusta, Maine, and Other Communities
Published on 22. October 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
228 pages
978-1-4766-8559-5 (ISBN)
Description
Many cities with a population of 150,000 or less struggle to compete with their larger neighbors and often have trouble attracting residents and new businesses. This book explores the numerous ways these cities can compete on a larger scale without sacrificing their small-town character. It utilizes experiences from other cities, as well as from the author's time revitalizing Augusta, Maine (pop. 19,000). Featuring chapters that focus on organizing volunteers, adhering to aesthetics, marketing, urban planning, and more, this book tackles key paths every small city should follow when attempting to redevelop its image.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Jefferson, NC
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Interest Age: From 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
36 photos, notes, bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
380 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4766-8559-5 (9781476685595)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Michael G. Hall is the executive director for the Augusta Downtown Alliance, a nonprofit affiliated with the Main Street America program. His experience includes his on-site work with Historic Scotland, English Heritage, Sons of the American Revolution, and UNESCO World Heritage.
Content
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments viii
Introduction
1.?Organizing Your House: The Importance of Organizations and Partnerships
2.?It's All About Distinction: Identifying and Placemaking Your Small Town
3.?Focus on Aesthetics
4.?Ignore the Haters: Learn to Trust Your Instincts
5.?It's the Traffic Count, Stupid
6.?Marketing Your Small City ... the Right Way
7.?Trickle Down(town) Economics: Why -Upper-Floor Development Is Key to -Street-Level Retail
8.?Get a Little Artsy
9.?Leveraging the Unexpected: A Proactive Approach to Disaster Mitigation
10.?Avoid the Three Deadly Fallacies of Urban Planning
11.?Mixing It Up: Celebrating Diversity in America's Small Cities
Conclusion: Not a Moment to Lose
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index
Acknowledgments viii
Introduction
1.?Organizing Your House: The Importance of Organizations and Partnerships
2.?It's All About Distinction: Identifying and Placemaking Your Small Town
3.?Focus on Aesthetics
4.?Ignore the Haters: Learn to Trust Your Instincts
5.?It's the Traffic Count, Stupid
6.?Marketing Your Small City ... the Right Way
7.?Trickle Down(town) Economics: Why -Upper-Floor Development Is Key to -Street-Level Retail
8.?Get a Little Artsy
9.?Leveraging the Unexpected: A Proactive Approach to Disaster Mitigation
10.?Avoid the Three Deadly Fallacies of Urban Planning
11.?Mixing It Up: Celebrating Diversity in America's Small Cities
Conclusion: Not a Moment to Lose
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index