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Salvaging the Main Street Pocket Park
The destiny of the Main Street pocket park was predicted by urbanites long ago and now the prophecy has come true. Today Metro Jacksonville suggests some ways to turn a lemon into lemonade.
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Ten Principles for Creating Successful Squares
Eighteen months ago Metro Jacksonville pointed out why the Main Street Pocket Park would struggle to succeed, but no one on the 4th floor listened. Today, we examine what's needed to guarantee the creation of a successful urban public space, according to Project for Public Spaces.
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The Ingredients of a Walkable Street
How does a community create walkable streets? Streets that feels safe for all - particularly seniors and children? Streets that are sociable due to large numbers of pedestrian users? Streets that are rich and interesting? Streets that breed a strong sense of civic pride?There are a number of essential...
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Coming to a Downtown Street Near You
The City of Jacksonville has allocated funds to convert a number of streets to allow two way traffic. Will this help pop the toxic bubble?
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Are we ready for Urban Entertainment?
The city has designated Bay Street as the urban core's entertainment district. Will the free market follow suit or does another area of the inner city have the necessary ingredients?
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Incentives for Green Buildings in Jacksonville?
The Environmental Protection Board has drafted a Green Building Ordinance which will offer incentives to projects that have made a commitment to building responsibly. Do you think local incentives should be given for green projects?
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Central Florida's thirst threatens the St Johns River
Central Florida's unmanaged growth is now threatening the health of the St Johns River in North Florida.
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Annie Lytle gets a new Roof
The endangered Annie Lytle now has a new neighbor to protect her from the rain.
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The S-Line Urban Greenway
Despite its potential to serve as a vital link in a rail transit system for Jacksonville, the city is agressively moving forward with converting this abandoned rail corridor into a recreational trail.
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Ten Reasons to Save Fire Station Five
History is the conscience of our society. Those who fail to understand the past are condemned to repeat its errors. Fire Station No. 5 has been an intergal part of our community since 1910, but now it is on the chopping block for another parking lot. Here are 10 reasons why it should remain right where...
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