Conceptualizing small towns as urban places:L the process of downtown redevelopment in Galena, Illinois

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Issues are discussed regarding the development of small-town central business areas into visitor-oriented attractions. The downtown redevelopment of Galena, ILL shows that the key characteristics of this process are true in both the big city and the small town. Municipalities off all sizes use the similar economic tools, enabling legislation and other mechanisms.

Illinois, Cities and towns

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"That's the only place where you can hang out": urban young people and the space of the mall

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Issues are discussed regarding the shopping mall as a place where poor, inner-city teenagers conduct their lives. Perceptions of neighborhood violence and resource availability affect the choice of this space. The mall also gives them a sense of possibility and choice which they cannot find in other parts of their environment.

Psychological aspects, Behavior, Teenagers, Youth, Shopping centers

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Spatiality and urban redevelopment movements

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The role of space in the decline of effective social activism concerning urban redevelopment is discussed. The need to explore the issue of space in crafting the urban landscape is emphasized.

Social aspects, Political activity, Social policy, Political aspects, Political activists, Activists, Human territoriality, Socially handicapped, Disadvantaged persons

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