Abstract This paper takes a look at Judy Mattivi Morley's book, 'Historic Preservation and the Imagined West: Albuquerque, Denver and Seattle'.
According to the paper, along with the cities of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Seattle, Washington, the city of Denver, Colorado has gone through many phases and many changes in its history. The paper discusses the clashes between preserving historic districts and bulldozing them down for "urban renewal".
From the Paper "But during the Great Depression the square fell into hard times: "Pioneer Square's social deterioration mirrored its physical decline," Morley explained on page 71. More bad luck happened when there was an earthquake in 1948 that caused a lot of structural damage to buildings in Pioneer Square. Then in the late 1950s the Central Association of Seattle was created to upgrade the city's image and infrastructure, and the Seattle Center was built in 1962 for the World's Fair. In the late 1960s, the clean-up of Pioneer Square began, as buildings were renovated and artists, architects, interior designers who "liked the aesthetics of the old buildings" (Morley, 75) - along with young professionals who prized the proximity to downtown - began moving in."
Abstract Seattle has successfully weathered the developmental challenges of the 20th century and has emerged today as a leading American city that boasts an excellent standard of living, quality public schools and a penchant for high-tech industries and alternative music that has kept the city young - at least in spirit. To determine how Seattle has changed and why over the years, this paper provides a review of the relevant literature to identify the city's physical, climatic, population and cultural attributes, followed by an assessment of Seattle's economic condition and availability of natural resources. An examination of the urban form of the city is followed by a prognosis for Seattle's future.
Outline
Review and Analysis
Major Physical Landforms in the Area
Seattle's Climate
Population Changes over the Last Two Decades
Cultural Characteristics of Seattle General Economic Conditions
Availability of Past and Current Natural Resources
Urban Form of Seattle Prognosis for the Future
From the Paper "The city is also a major producer of contemporary music and has attracted more than its share of big name bands over the past 20 years. In his essay, "Why Seattle? An Examination of an Alternative Rock Culture Hearth," Thomas Bell (1998) reports that sometimes the sound is called "grunge," but in reality, the "Seattle sound" is reflective of the youth culture in this area. "The music of the extraordinarily creative Seattle bands," Bell says, "ranged from folk rock to heavy metal. Three common elements in the music seem to emerge: it is loud, it is honest, and it has often been difficult for the bands that play this music to receive a high degree of local recognition" (35). "
Abstract The study provides a review of the relevant peer-reviewed and organizational literature concerning Denver, Colorado. The paper discusses how Denver was founded by early settlers in search of the abundant mineral resources offered by the future metropolis' site. The paper demonstrates that over the years, the city's isolation has compelled its leadership and business interests to invest heavily in a communications and transportation network that has served it well. Despite some setbacks in terms of economic and social issues over the years, the paper explains how the city of Denver has emerged as one of the country's major urban centers that should continue to enjoy positive economic growth in the future.
Outline:
Review and Discussion
Educational Attainment
Race and Age Structure
Employment/Unemployment.
Income/Poverty Status
Housing Statistics
Economic Analysis
Structure of the Economy/Economic Base
Businesses in the City of Denver Economic Analysis
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The research will show that Denver's geographic location and its natural resources have been inextricably linked with population growth and decline trends over the years that have been grouped into three distinct periods. According to Denver - a booming city (2000), "Denver is a clean, young and green city with over 200 parks and dozens of tree-lined boulevards. The architecture reflects the city's three boom periods: Victorian, when silver was discovered in Leadville; turn-of-the-century, when gold was discovered in Cripple Creek; and contemporary, when the energy boom added 16 skyscrapers to the downtown skyline in a three year period.""
Abstract The study provides a review of the relevant peer-reviewed and organizational literature concerning Denver. The paper discusses how Denver, Colorado was founded by early settlers in search of the abundant mineral resources offered by the future metropolis' site. The paper demonstrates that over the years, the city's isolation has compelled its leadership and business interests to invest heavily in a communications and transportation network that have served it well. Despite some setbacks in terms of economic and social issues over the years, the paper explains how the city of Denver has emerged as one of the country's major urban centers that should continue to enjoy positive economic growth in the future.
Outline:
Review and Discussion
Educational Attainment
Race and Age Structure
Employment/Unemployment.
Income/Poverty Status
Housing Statistics
Economic Analysis
Structure of the Economy/Economic Base
Businesses in the City of Denver Economic Analysis
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The research will show that Denver's geographic location and its natural resources have been inextricably linked with population growth and decline trends over the years that have been grouped into three distinct periods. According to Denver - a booming city (2000), "Denver is a clean, young and green city with over 200 parks and dozens of tree-lined boulevards. The architecture reflects the city's three boom periods: Victorian, when silver was discovered in Leadville; turn-of-the-century, when gold was discovered in Cripple Creek; and contemporary, when the energy boom added 16 skyscrapers to the downtown skyline in a three year period.""
Abstract This paper examines critically the disagreements over international trade issues which led to the failure of the trade negotiations at the November 30-December 3, 1999 meeting of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Seattle, Washington. It discusses how the 134 trade ministers who met in Seattle failed to agree on further liberalization of the global trading system because of substantive differences among the developed nations and between them and the less developed countries (LDCs) over a wide range of issues. It analyzes how the anti-WTO demonstrations, marches and sporadic violence outside the convention center where delegates to the WTO conference met did not cause those disagreements, but how the debacle in Seattle reflected the growing political strength of the forces of economic nationalism which has arrested progress toward further reduction in international trade barriers.
From the Paper "One reason the conference failed was that it was hastily arranged without pre-agreement among any of the participants even as to the items to be placed on the agenda of the conference. The term of the previous director general of WTO, an Italian, Renato Ruggiero, ended on April 30, 1999. Between then and September a debilitating struggle over his successor ensued. Japan and most Third World members supported the candidacy of Thai Supachai Pantichpakdi while the United States and the European Union (EU) favored Michael Moore, a former Prime Minister of New Zealand, who was ultimately selected, but did not take office until after September 1. The Economist said that "preparations for Seattle started later and little common ground was found." Barchefsky was preoccupied with the WTO negotiations with the PRC and other trade disputes."
Abstract This paper describes the events of November 30, 1999 when the world witnessed a major event that happened in Seattle, Washington, wherein mob violence resulted to an otherwise peaceful demonstration of organized protesters who have come to protest against the opening of the World Trade Organization (WTO) meeting. It looks at how the events became known as the Seattle Impact because of the massive violence that occurred that day. It attempts to analyze why the violence broke out and how public action aimed to extend the message to the WTO that the people were no longer allowing unfair treatment and anomalies from trade policies and negotiations among nations in the international market. It evaluates how the attempt by WTO to improve trade policies afterwards suggests that the Seattle Impact did have a significant effect and resulted in improving and changing the ways and methods WTO handled its policy-making functions.
From the Paper "This statement by Jackson implies that WTO is allegedly involved in activities that are directly in contrast to what its objectives are since it was founded in 1995. World Trade Organization (WTO) was formed in the year 1995 to function as the following: (1) an organization that allows for predictable and growing access to markets, and (2) promotes fair competition among countries in the international trade market (USIS 1996). Aside from these two main functions, WTO also has the function of acting as mediator between two disputing countries in relation to trade policy problems, and to administer and cooperate in the formulation and implementation of ?global policy-making.? These functions illustrate the vital role that WTO plays in the state of economy of almost all nations and economies in the world."
A comprehensive look at a four year old boy's performance using the Denver II Developmental screening test which assesses personal-social, fine-motor- adaptive, language, and gross motor development.
1,500 words (approx. 6 pages), 4 sources, 2000, $ 49.95
Abstract A comprehensive look at a four year old boy's performance using the Denver II Developmental screening test which assesses personal-social, fine-motor- adaptive, language, and gross motor development. Primarily used to compare children to other children, the test it to alert clinician's of possible difficulties in certain areas. Includes child history, testing observations, performance, assessment, and evaluation.
Abstract This paper discusses the tragedy of the commons, explaining the concept of "commons" as any kind of resource which is divided up and shared by a group of people. The paper examines issues of ownership as opposed to stewardship. The paper analyzes Chief Seattle's well-known 1854 speech regarding possession of the land, in which he expounds upon a Native-American belief of stewardship of the land.
From the Paper "As capitalists first and Americans second, we believe strongly in the concept of ownership. We own and use the Earth and the material goods Earth's raw materials help us produce, and feel a proprietary command over them. When Communism developed as an alternative to the concept of unadulterated ownership, we responded with the fear and anger of one whose child had been taken. Ownership of the land, its materials and its spoils are more integral to American society and thought than any other characteristics or facets. However, this concept is subject to the limitations and inevitable truth of the tragedy of the commons, and we will eventually be dupes to this incontrovertible logic."
Tags: stewardship, possession, earth, native, american
Abstract This paper discusses the movie "Sleepless in Seattle" by Nora and Delia Ephron. The paper examines how the entire plot is based on feminism, beginning with the moment the boy calls the radio station and continuing until the moment Tom Hanks, Beg Ryan and Ross Malinger are together. The paper points out that feminism can be seen in the characters of Annie, Sam and Jonah. The paper explains that Annie must find a man who excites her and not settle for someone who is stable and offers security while Sam must find a perfect love like he had with his wife.
From the Paper "The "superwoman" must have the "superman" to have a life that is happy and blessed. Pure feminism is that the only way a woman can be happy is through marrying the "right" man. Feminism is seen throughout the movie of "Sleepless in Seattle" by Nora and Delia Ephron. Imagine a young boy making a phone call to a radio talk show to talk about the depression his father is feeling after losing the boy's mother. Feminism is seen in the social relations in this movie such as a superwoman who has a career and wants a superman and the feminist viewpoint that single fathers do not make good parents so Jonah needs a mother. Ephron begins the movie with a young boy, Jonah, who is worried about his father, Sam. Sam and his son recently left Chicago and started a new life in Seattle, after the death of Sam's wife."
Abstract This paper describes a research project which attempted to determine techniques and modalities that have been shown to be effective in the treatment of developmental disabilities in general. A specific emphasis was placed on how these issues affect this population in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A review of the peer-reviewed and relevant literature is followed by an assessment of the significance of the research and its implications for policymakers and practitioners. A summary of the research is provided at the conclusion.
Outline:
Abstract
Disabled in Albuquerque Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Importance of the Study
Review and Discussion
Developmentally Disabled in Albuquerque Today
Creating a Collaborative Environment among Service Providers
Significance of Analysis
Implications for Policymakers
Implications for Healthcare Practitioners
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "Because resources are by definition scarce, it is important to identify the most effective treatment modality available for helping people who are developmentally disabled. While most healthcare practitioners today may debate the fine points, a virtual consensus has emerged in recent years that suggests a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment is the most effective clinical intervention available because it makes the most of the resources that are available. By treating children and adults with developmental disabilities in an interdisciplinary setting characterized by culturally sensitive practitioners, the knowledge and expertise of a wide range of practitioners can be brought to bear on these challenging problems."
A crime-rate comparison between Tucson, Arizona, Denver, Colorado, Palm Beach County, Florida; Charlotte-Mecklenburg, North Carolina and Austin, Texas.
Abstract This paper selects five cities for a crime-rate comparison: Tucson, Arizona; Denver, Colorado; Palm Beach County, Florida; Charlotte-Mecklenburg, North Carolina; and Austin, Texas. Through an examination of the police websites of these cities, it discusses how, of those cities, Charlotte-Mecklenburg has a much greater incidence of violent crime than the other cities, while Tucson has a greater incidence of property crime than the other cities. It also looks at how Denver's property crime rate is the lowest, while the property crime rate in Denver and Palm Beach County was lower than the other cities, depending on the year. Additionally, the paper looks at how the violent crime rate appears relatively steady in the cities, though Denver saw a tremendous increase in violent crime in the year 2004.
From the Paper "The website for the Tucson Police Department contains information on services, employment, crime statistics, and the Most Wanted. It also provides the user with the ability to search the site in a variety of methods. These search methods reveals general statistics, but can also be used to access full incident reports. The website reveals that the Tucson Police Department does utilize crime analysis units. Furthermore, the website shows some of the Tucson crime maps, which reveals that the Tucson Police Department does utilize crime maps. Those maps include: violent crime, property crime, burglary, auto theft, narcotics, domestic violence, and criminal damage. (Tucson Police Department). Compared to the other cities investigated, Tucson had an unusually high property crime rate. However, it is important to note that crime rates are impacted by a variety of factors, including crime-reduction efforts by police and victims, which make it more likely those individual criminal incidents will be reported, causing an apparent increase in the crime rates. "
Abstract The literature on the subject is vast and ranges from such major studies like Rosentraub's Major League Losers to numerous short journal articles. The overwhelming consensus in the literature is that policies directed at funneling public money into sports stadiums do not reap the benefits needed or hoped for by the cities. However, this paper argues that these articles and studies are misdirecting the failure to achieve benefits and have not truly determined the successes from publicly-funded sports stadiums. All of the studies have failed to recognize the shortcomings that the cities, not the policy, possessed. This paper answers the following question: in favorable economic, political, social, and structural conditions, can a publicly-funded sports stadium reap benefits for a city? In short, in the best of circumstances, can incentives for sports stadiums pay off? In answering this question, this paper presents a quick review of the literature on the subject recognizing the faults and shortcomings and analyzes the city of Denver, Colorado, in relation to its experience with Coors Field. The paper argues that, in the favorable conditions of Denver and the smart policy choices made by local officials, Coors Field proved a useful tool for revitalizing an area of downtown, facilitated the creation of new businesses, and spurred the development of housing in downtown. The sports stadium is a successful policy if it brings tens of thousands of people to the area for game day. To capture the benefits takes smart policy makers within the cities in question. The paper includes maps and tables.
From the Paper "Unlike many cities, the city of Denver seeks to invest in all communities to make them the best and most diverse that they can be. This crime rate decrease and community investment has set the necessary backdrop for capturing economic benefits from people visiting downtown. Since they feel safe, they are much more likely to want to visit local establishments and spend money, thus creating an economic benefit for Denver. This is the most fundamental core policy and achievement that many American cities are failing at. When other cities publicly funded sports stadiums are being analyzed, this particular factor is nonexistent. The crime rate surrounding a stadium is paramount to what level of interactions game attendees will have in the area before and after the game and any study that fails to recognize this, fails to achieve any tangible results from their analysis."
Abstract This paper is the author's personal feelings on why he should be accepted into the University of Washington, Seattle. It discusses how he feels suited to the particular courses offered there as well as to life in Seattle itself.
From the Paper "In part, I feel that it is the differing cultures in these areas that have led me to make the decision to move from New York. I find that the Seattle area has a more open and tolerant culture than the area in which I currently live. This openness and tolerance is important to me. As a gay man I have experienced a great deal of intolerance, particularly when I chose to reveal my lifestyle to my family, friends, and others around me. This coming out taught me a great deal about myself--and about the culture in which I live--as I dealt with the intolerance that I then faced on a daily basis. "
This paper describes the observation of a child under the age of one, focusing on motor development, cognitive adaptive abilities, language, social-emotional behavior, and temperament.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 5 sources, 2000, $ 55.95
Abstract This paper describes observation of a child under the age of one, focusing on motor development, cognitive adaptive abilities, language, social-emotional behavior, and temperament. Includes in depth charts on assessing each of these categories. Compiles the works of Thomas Chess and Birch, Piaget, the Bayley Scale of Infant Development, Denver Developmental Screening Test.
Tags: bayley, chess, cognitive, denver, emotional, language, motor, piaget, social
Abstract This paper examines how virtually all police departments have some kind of formal "Code of Ethics", or guidelines, that tell the members of the police force what is and is not acceptable behavior. It looks at how the police in any community have tremendous power and how it's important that the officers to whom the public entrust their safety act in honorable and ethical ways. It explores how, because of the Internet, it is possible for concerned citizens and anyone else to view the codes of ethics for many police departments across the country. It compares and contrasts the Code of Conduct for Washington, D.C. and Denver and Detroit, which have nearly identical codes, word for word.
From the Paper "Grundstein-Amado (2001) argues that codes of ethics should serve three purposes: to inform the public about the goals of the organization; to encourage an ethical climate within the organization; and provide a structure for resolving ethical questions. However, it could also be reasonably stated that informing the public about the goals of the organization might be better done with a mission statement and that no code of conduct could be detailed enough to provide a plan for resolving ethical questions, which could range from charges of decision-making based on race to taking bribes to unwarranted violence against arrestees."
