PCJ #62, Spring 2006

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FEATURES Creating the Missing Hub: How Today's Suburbs Build Town Centers by Philip Langdon view first 2 pages of article free | --- A growing number of suburban cities and towns are seeking to create a hub for their community. Journalist Philip Langdon takes a look at some recent efforts, and examines the challenges facing municipalities in developing successful town centers. What Makes A Town Center A Town Center by Kennedy Smith --- Downtown and main street expert Kennedy Smith highlights the importance of building character and individuality into new town centers. ALSO IN THIS ISSUE Forward Motion: Corridors Through Our Communities by Hannah Twaddell --- From the old riverboat world of the Mississippi to the crowded arterials of today’s cities and towns, transportation corridors have played a critical role in American life. Hannah Twaddell explains why planning for our corridors makes sense. More Bright Ideas by Wayne Senville -- All 25 bright ideas from our Winter & Spring issues. A Backward Glance by Elaine Cogan --- What's changed in our lives -- and in our communities -- in the past fifteen years? Elaine Cogan takes a brief look back.

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