The plans that have been made over the years by public, nonprofit, and civic agencies have given the St. Louis metropolitan area its shape and direction. This book presents a novel exploration of the region in terms of Harlan Bartholomew s theory that the objective of a city plan is the improvement of living conditions, the stimulation of prosperity, and the creation of intangible values in added health, comfort, convenience, and community well-being. This book explores the various angles from which St. Louis plans have ...
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The plans that have been made over the years by public, nonprofit, and civic agencies have given the St. Louis metropolitan area its shape and direction. This book presents a novel exploration of the region in terms of Harlan Bartholomew s theory that the objective of a city plan is the improvement of living conditions, the stimulation of prosperity, and the creation of intangible values in added health, comfort, convenience, and community well-being. This book explores the various angles from which St. Louis plans have arisen, from the regional, municipal, and neighborhood levels, and in specific sectors including education, health care, and workforce development. Timely issues explored include emergency preparedness, planning and leadership at the neighborhood level, transportation, and health care."
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