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  • Developing a Methodology for Analyzing Buildable Lands in Teton County, WY 
    Regehr, Bentley J. (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2017-03)
    INTRODUCTION The purpose of conducting a Buildable Lands Inventory (BLI) is to quantify the amount vacant and underdeveloped land available within a particular set of boundaries. In combination with other studies—notably ...
  • Developing a Multi-Use Trail System in Reedley, California: A Prefeasibility Study 
    Chilingerian, Jenna (Department of Planning, Public Policy and Management, University of Oregon, 2020)
    This prefeasibility study has been conducted in partnership with the City of Reedley and builds on the City’s ongoing efforts to (1) determine the feasibility of expanding its existing multi-use trail corridor, the Reedley ...
  • Developing a Successful Surface Water Management Plan in Oregon: A Guide for Municipal Governments 
    Protzman, Benjamin (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2013-06)
    Local jurisdictions in Oregon are inundated with state and federal surface water management requirements. These requirements stem from decades-old policies that aim to manage water quality, flooding, and habitat protection ...
  • Development of Guidance and Evaluation Criteria for Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Management Planning 
    Issa, Brian (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2003-08)
    "The purpose of this study is to develop a set of criteria that can be used both as guidance when crafting an OHV management plan, and to evaluate the quality of existing plans. Drawn from a wide variety of sources and ...
  • Diffusion of Innovations and Stormwater Management Systems in Eugene, Oregon 
    Tochen, Rachel (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2011-12)
    The Clean Water Act (CWA) of 1972 and the amendments that followed in 1977 and 1987 had a significant impact on how states, and by extension, the cities within those states, manage stormwater as it relates to surface water. ...
  • Diffusion of Innovations: How Local Governments Shape Public Policy to Promote Progressive Stormwater Management 
    Bollig, Shaun R. (2007-07-31)
    The replacement of native vegetation with roads, buildings, and parking lots poses considerable impacts on water quality. Increased impervious surface area prohibits stormwater from infiltrating the ground and contributes ...
  • District Energy Systems in Eugene, Oregon: An analysis of opportunities + obstacles for success 
    Bryant, Hannah (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2011-06)
    The City of Eugene has set aggressive goals to lower its greenhouse gas emissions, reduce community fossil fuel use and adapt to a changing climate and increasing fossil fuel prices over the coming decades. Its Climate ...
  • Diversity and Inclusion Practices in Nonprofit Associations 
    Bodenhamer, Michael; Curry, Marshall; Freeman, Tulani; Mmari, Cleven (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2018)
    The aim of this mixed methods study is to explore and contribute to the literature by describing how associations develop and support diversity and inclusion (D&I) practices. The study was conducted using an online survey, ...
  • Dollars and Sense: An Evaluation of Ecosystem Services Provided by Spencer’s Butte Park 
    Forsell, Erik (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2014-06)
    Ecosystem services are often described as the biophysical environment that provide humans and the surrounding habitat with natural, ecological and environmental resources and benefits. Ecosystem services include a wide ...
  • Donor Motivations of Women Philanthropists 
    Truett, Vanessa (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2004-07)
    “Donor Motivations of Women Philanthropists” examines the growing trend of women’s access to positions of influence, to increasing wealth, and to greater impact on the world of philanthropy.Central to this project is a set ...
  • Downtown Eugene Business Development Patterns 
    Gamble, Alyssa (Department of Planning, Public Policy and Management, University of Oregon, 2020)
    Downtown Eugene has experienced significant development changes over the past decade and there is a concern that businesses are selecting locations outside of the downtown space due to challenges or community challenges. ...
  • E-Scooters in Eugene, Oregon: Recommendations for Regulations 
    Mason, Karen (Department of Planning, Public Policy and Management, University of Oregon, 2019)
    The first e-scooter appeared on the streets of Santa Monica, California in September 2017. As of May 2019, scooters operate in 97 American cities in 28 states, and around the world. Transportation planning officials in ...
  • Effects of Homeownership Education on Foreclosure Prevention for First-time Homebuyers 
    Johnson, Sarai; Miller, Marcella; Qiu, Jin; Spencer, Jessica; Stout, Odile (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2011-06)
    The purpose of this research project was to provide an outcomes-based and process evaluation of the effectiveness of The ABC’s of Homebuying, the homeownership education program administered by NEDCO (Neighborhood Economic ...
  • The Effects of Income Volatility on Medical Deprivation 
    McKercher, Erin (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2008-08)
    This study examines how income volatility in households affects their level of medical deprivation. Using SIPP data from 2002-2003, the study compares the relationship between medical hardship of households and measures ...
  • The Effects of Land Use Patterns and Street Network Connectivity on the frequency of Child Pedestrian-Vehicle Collisions: An aggregate analysis in Portland, Oregon 
    Braseth, Mark (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2012-06)
    The rise in childhood obesity rates have led to an increased focus on encouraging children to use active commuting, walking or bicycling, to increase physical activity levels. However, parents often cite traffic safety ...
  • The Effects of Light-Rail Transit on Affordable Housing in Seattle, WA 
    Jackson, John (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2016-05)
    Since the creation of public transportation in the realms of the late 19th, its main purpose has been to move citizens throughout a specific area efficiently and safely. As public transit developed further into the 20th ...
  • Efficiency and Equity: Transportation Access in Fort Smith, Arkansas 
    Kohnke, Jennifer (Department of Planning, Public Policy and Management, University of Oregon, 2020)
    The City of Fort Smith is a small urban area (population 86,122) in far western Arkansas. Like many cities everywhere in the U.S., Fort Smith has a rapidly growing aging population; there are also a significant number of ...
  • Enabling Sustainable Irrigation: Determining the feasibility of landscape-based strategies 
    Carroll, Madeline (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2013-06)
    Problem Fine soil particles (suspended sediment) in irrigation water can clog and damage irrigation equipment. Water-conserving and energy-saving strategies, like drip irrigation, low-flow sprinklers, and small-scale ...
  • Engaging Young People & Schools in Community Planning: An alternative strategy for urban education reform & community development 
    Stewart, Jessie (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2013-06)
    The AICP Code of Ethics states a professional responsibility to “give people the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the development of plans and programs that may affect them.” Planning decisions impact young ...
  • Enterprise Zone Administration in Oregon: A Structural Analysis 
    Carroll, Phillip G. (Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management, University of Oregon, 2009-06-12)
    Enterprise zones are an economic development policy adopted by many local governments in Oregon and elsewhere. The management structures used to implement enterprise zones are illustrative of operational dynamics of ...

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