Balancing nature and commerce in gateway communities
Balancing Nature and Commerce in Gateway Communities provides lessons in how to preserve the character and integrity of communities and landscapes without sacrificing local economic well-being. The authors describe economic development strategies, land-use planning processes, and conservation tools...
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| Formato: | Libro electrónico |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Washington, D.C. :
Island Press
1997.
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| Colección: | EBSCO Academic eBook Collection Complete.
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| Acceso en línea: | Conectar con la versión electrónica |
| Ver en Universidad de Navarra: | https://innopac.unav.es/record=b31917021*spi |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- Ch. 1. Introduction
- Ch. 2. The Economic Value of Quality of Life
- The Changing Global Economy / Ray Rasker. How Can Gateway Communities Enhance Quality of Life?
- Ch. 3. Tourism: Bane or Boon? Weighing Tourism as an Option
- The Economic Impact of Wildlife Habitat
- The Economic Impact of Historic Preservation
- The Economic Benefits of Protecting Battlefields
- The Economic Benefits of Greenways
- Ch. 4. The Secrets of Successful Communities. Develop a Widely Shared Vision. Create an Inventory of Local Resources. Build on Local Assets. Minimize the Need for Regulations
- Conservation Easements. Meet the Needs of Both Landowner and Community. Team Up with Public Land Managers
- Tips for Park and Refuge Managers. Recognize the Role of Nongovernmental Organizations. Provide Opportunities for Leaders to Step Forward. Pay Attention to Aesthetics
- Ch. 5. Conclusion.
