Examines the evolving character of the Borough Park community and how it changed from a suburban acculturated Jewish neighborhood into a largely Hassidic one.
Abstract This paper explores the various forces that have caused the Borough Park community in Brooklyn New York to evolve over the past century. It explores the phenomenon of suburbanization and acculturation that took place in the 1920s in Boro Park, and the subsequent introduction of the Hasidic Jews to the community after World War II. It describes the present situation of this model community that has maintained its character as an Orthodox neighborhood within the larger multi-ethnic scene of New York City.
From the Paper "Boro Park is an example of a thriving Jewish community in Brooklyn whose constant evolving character has been shaped by its inhabitants. During the past century the community of Boro Park has changed from one that chiefly attracted the acculturated middle-class American Jews in the 1920's, to one that was largely settled in the 1960's by Hasidic and "Hareidi" Jews. In understanding the mentality of American Jewry during the 20th century, Boro Park is an important model that exemplifies the desire among Jews in the 1920's toward acculturation and suburbanization. Presently, the Boro Park community serves as an apparent modern paradox where while the Jewish community has become an increasingly sectarian religious community, it simultaneously is developing into a modern, industrialized society. This transition, as well as the continued current struggle against acculturation, can be understood by examining the changing demographics of the population of Boro Park throughout the century, and understanding the external forces that triggered these changes. These forces, such as the move toward suburbanization and the influx of Hasidic Jews that arrived in New York as a result of World War II, provide an explanation as to why the shifts in this community occurred, and insight as to how these forces shaped the mentality of this dynamic community."
Abstract In this article, the writer discusses that obesity is a serious problem facing the citizens of America today that could lead to a variety of problems down the road, health problems that could further strain the health care industry and ultimately affect the future economic viability of the United States. The writer looks at obese individuals and the related ensuing diseases and health issues and presents a project that focuses on the citizens residing in Brooklyn, NY and in particular the Borough Park Community. The project concentrates on assessing and educating those citizens who are most at risk or are currently suffering from the effects of obesity. The writer concludes that the project seeks to develop solutions that impact not only the local community of Borough Park, but will also influence and impact communities around the nation, and ultimately around the globe.
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Literature Review
The Plan
From the Paper " The situation is that many of the nation's citizens are eating a less-healthy diet and a diet that is rich in fats and sugars. This type of diet can lead to obesity and the problems associated with being overweight. Diseases such as diabetes and hypertension are prevalent in high-risk individuals such as people suffering from obesity. Assessing the problem as it pertains to Borough Park is the primary goal of this project. Once the assessment is finished, then a further objective would be to create an educational program that will allow for nutritional instruction designed for this specific community and its citizens."
Abstract This paper presents an examination of potential unexpected disasters that could effect the New York Borough of Queens and emergency procedures which would need to be taken. Possible problems mentioned include the ethnic richness, terror targets, air crashes, natural disasters and extreme temperatures. The author discusses procedures which should be taken for each of these disasters and stresses the need for disaster planning.
From the Paper "When reflecting upon the correct procedures to pursue in the event of an emergency, it is important to be mindful of the specific types of hazards that might be more likely to face a particular area. Depending on the location and the nature of the area's topography, a particular area may be more likely to suffer emergency situations with natural causes, human causes, and technological causes than other areas. New York City, because of the events of September 11th, has become increasingly alert to the necessary procedures one must take in the event of unexpected disasters. However, the emergency procedures of the outer boroughs of the City have not always come under equal scrutiny as the emergency procedures of lower Manhattan. Thus it is important to review the possible emergencies that might afflict one of New York City's boroughs. In this particular case focus will be on the types of problems most likely to afflict the borough of Queens."
Examines the transition from a Local Systems Application to an Internet Systems Application, using the example of the Royal Borough of Notlington Library Service computer system .
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 1 source, 2002, $ 62.95
Abstract In December of 2001, the Royal Borough of Notlington Library Service decided to implement an application that would best allow for a more efficient form of catalogue access on their networked computers. This system would improve functionality by allowing networked PCs to access a database that would define and describe the available resources within the Notlington library system, including select publication information and whether a specific source is available in the library. There is currently a question of moving this system to an online forum that would be outside of the local library network. This paper assesses the initial application and recommends transitional techniques that would allow the application to be better used in an accessible Internet format.
Abstract This paper examine how AIDS is one of the most hotly debated topics of modern times, whether it is a question of what should be done to help those who have the disease, what may be done to prevent others from contracting it, or of the many moral arguments pro and con the lifestyles that result in its spread. It explores how one newspaper or magazine can cover it as a matter of science, whereas another can describe as a cultural inspiration, or a religious sin and how film, television, radio, and the arts all play their role in constructing what we see as the impact of this dread disease. In particular, it looks at AIDS and how it is depicted in one geographically small urban area, the New York City borough of the Bronx.
From the Paper "Immediately, even before one considers the impact or image of AIDS, one must consider the fact that the Bronx itself conjures up certain mental pictures. For many these consist of visions of dilapidated buildings, graffiti, burnt-out cars, and other signs of urban decay, while for others, there is the daily drama of a vibrant multiracial community, the cultural accents of Puerto Ricans, Dominicans, Salvadorans, and African Americans. In the case of still others, there may be the scent of the Italian restaurants on Arthur Avenue, or the memories of long past evenings at the Loewe's Paradise, watching movies beneath the stars. Just as which Bronx you have in mind colors your view of today's Bronx, so too does it inform different media's depictions of AIDS in the Bronx."
Abstract This paper introduces and discusses the novel "Motherless Brooklyn" by Jonathan Lethem. Specifically, it discusses the novel's setting, inhabitants and neighborhoods, and how they portray a truly "motherless" community. In "Motherless Brooklyn," author Lethem creates an atmosphere that any reader can quickly discover. The paper shows that the flavor and very essence of Brooklyn are captured in a way that makes the reader more sympathetic to the people and places of the community, and how Brooklyn has evolved over the years from neighborhood to one of the most important New York boroughs. It concludes that Brooklyn will always be different, and no mother will ever claim the community for her own.
From the Paper "Anyone who has never visited Brooklyn might just think of it as another New York borough, but Lethem's descriptions and clear love for the area show this is not the case. Again, he notes there are rules regarding how each race sees each other, but they are not the rules that most people think of when dealing with the differences between cultures. They are more prejudiced, and yet they create a blend between cultures that is hard to see just about anywhere else. Lethem notes, "It was a form of racism, not respect, that restricted blacks and Asians from every being stupid like a Mick or a Polack. If you weren't funny you didn't quite exist" (Lethem 68)."
This paper presents the history of the Railroad Station of Belmar, New Jersey, situated on the New Jersey Peninsula, as a potential site for preservation.
2,105 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 66.95
Abstract This paper explains that the value of historic structures in this area is lucrative in terms of investment of any type and secure in terms of return-investment through return business in the form of tourists. The author stresses that the borough of Belmar and the surrounding and outlying areas are rich in the areas of science, military, government, social history, and architectural history. The paper concludes that, due to the small area of land that composes the borough of Belmar, the age of the building that constitutes the Belmar Railway Station, the location of the station, the going price of real estate in the area of Belmar on the Jersey Coast, and the immeasurable historical value of the station, any expenditures toward the preservation of the architectural structure of the nearly 100-year old station is a sound investment and should be strongly considered as a place of designation for historic structure grants. Many illustrations.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Objective
A Town of Many Names
The History of Belmar
Belmar: The Beginning
Significance of Historical Value of Train Station in Belmar
Belmar: Unique in many Areas of Development
The Train Station in Belmar
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The Jersey Shoreline is home of the boardwalk with something for everyone from fishing to swimming as well as being inclusive of Victorian walking tours and many other delights as sandcastle contests, waterfront promenades, chowder festivals, band concerts, and countless other tourist delights. There are paddleboat cruises along the Jersey shoreline and Belmar is the host of the annual New Jersey Seafood Festival that takes place each summer, which draws a crowd of tourists in the form of both families as well as college-aged individuals. Belmar's beaches are wide and Belmer is one of the main charter-fishing industries in the area being located on Shark River."
Abstract This paper will discuss how New York City voted for limitations on how long a public official may spend in his or her office. By understanding this recent event in New York City history, we can see how this has an effect on the present Mayor Rudy Guliani and how this will create change all across the board for New York politicians. This year, a new law goes into effect that limits the terms of New York City elected officials, forcing the mass retirement of most incumbents in the city - including the mayor, the comptroller, the public advocate, four of the five borough presidents and 36 of the 51 members of the City Council.
Abstract This paper discusses that, if management is the process of achieving specific tasks through specific means in specific time frames with a set of predetermined resources, then to achieve this level of management, measuring the progress is essential. The author points out that, to serve the needs of a community, a government needs to rise above the lack of market-based accountability and to set itself standards and performance benchmarks by which it will operate and to which it will hold itself accountable. The paper demonstrates that, by placing information in front of the public, the London Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea government is committing itself to accountability to the people it serves, a valuable step for a government body.
From the Paper "The ideas of performance management through performance measurement have been the backbone of private enterprise for decades. Without measuring performance, a company will quickly be replaced in the marketplace by its competitors. However, in the last decade, as business has shifted into a digitally enhanced production and performance environment, the idea of performance measurement has become even more important. The digital business age has created new competitive forces, which force businesses to review their business activity more frequently. In reality, a company must be in constant review of its progress toward stated goals while at the same time determining new goals and adopting processed to implement the new goals if they are to stay competitive."
Abstract The paper explains the biggest change in local government legislation over the past thirty years,namely, that British local authorities must now have formal constitutions, designed to streamline decision-making and make the process more open and accessible to the public. The author points out that, in addition to basic rules and regulations, the constitution describes the four basic elements through which the Council operates: the full Council, Council Committees, the Executive and Overview, and Scrutiny Committees. The paper relates that, within most London boroughs, services must cater to exceptionally diverse resident communities where social exclusion remains a daily reality, and the need to attract business and investment is a priority.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Council
Council Committees
Executive
Overview and Scrutiny
Rules and Regulations
Livability and Leadership
From the Paper "Livability is a local issue, however, and it remains for local government to take the initiative on an agenda that has tended to sit relatively low on the managerial priority list. As an issue that is key to people's awareness of their area and the delivery of their local politicians, it should be a priority for the perception-bound politician concerned with his mandate. High profile elected mayors in the US have built their reputations on liveability issues; for example Guiliani's "zero tolerance" approach to street crime in New York, or Daley's "urban renaissance" in Chicago, achieved through new partnership working and the injection of new sources of funding."
Abstract This paper discusses the rebuilding of Ground Zero after the World Trade Center (WTC) attacks of September 11, 2001, including who are the decision makers, what is the process and who has involvement in the process. It also looks at the cost, who is paying, the timeline, current status, what the final project will look like, who will benefit, the effect on New York City, surrounding boroughs and the state.
From the Paper "Almost as soon as cleanup began at the World Trade Center after the terrorist attacks, there was speculation on what kind of building or memorial could possibly replace the Twin Towers. Today, designs for a new office complex and memorial have been chosen, and some expect construction on at least one of the buildings replacing the WTC could be complete by 2009. As with any large project, the plans have faced adversity, controversy, and just plain criticism. What is the affect of rebuilding in lower Manhattan on the city, the borough, the state, the people, and the world? We know the human cost of the terrorist attacks. Now, the city must calculate the monetary cost of rebuilding, and how it will affect the Big Apple."
Abstract This paper provides a community assessment of the New York City borough known as the Bronx, most particularly its predominantly Hispanic population. First, this paper studies the overall demographics of said population. It then reviews the Health Care Status Indicators of the community, such as mortality rates among various age groups, leading causes of death or illness, and tuberculosis infection.
From the Paper "For those studying and serving given populations, such as community health care workers and nurses, there must be certain methods to use for identifying and separating the wanted demographic from the general public. One of the most effective methods to do so is to group a community by its geography. This designation is called a geographic community. First of all, community is a very broad concept and term. A good definition of what a community is might be found in Goeppinger and Shuster (2004) when they write of "a social group determined by geographic boundaries and/or common values and interests" (p. 342). Thus, the initial type of community that we are trying to define is their first definition. A geographic community is one defined by the geography, the borders, where its members live."
