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Planning as if People Matter: Governing for Social Equity (Metropolitan Planning + Design),Used
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American communities are changing fast: ethnic minority populations are growing, home ownership is falling, the number of people per household is going up, and salaries are going down. According to Marc Brenman and Thomas W. Sanchez, the planning field is largely unprepared for these fundamental shifts. If planners are going to adequately serve residents of diverse ages, races, and income levels, they need to address basic issues of equity. Planning as if People Matter offers practical solutions to make our communities more livable and more equitable for all residents.While there are many books on environmental justice, relatively few go beyond theory to give realworld examples of how better planning can level inequities. In contrast, Planning as if People Matter is written expressly for planning practitioners, public administrators, policymakers, activists, and students who must directly confront these challenges. It provides new insights about familiar topics such as stakeholder participation and civil rights. And it addresses emerging issues, including disaster response, new technologies, and equity metrics. Far from an academic treatment, Planning as if People Matter is rooted in hard data, ontheground experience, and current policy analysis.In this tumultuous period of economic change, there has never been a better time to reform the planning process. Brenman and Sanchez point the way toward a more just social landscape.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Planning as if People Matter'? A: The book focuses on the need for equitable planning in American communities, addressing demographic changes and advocating for inclusivity in urban planning.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Marc Brenman and Thomas W. Sanchez, who provide insights into planning practices and social equity.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 224 pages, offering a comprehensive view on urban and land use planning.
- Q: When was 'Planning as if People Matter' published? A: The book was published on August 16, 2012.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and practitioners? A: Yes, it is designed for planning practitioners, public administrators, policy-makers, activists, and students facing challenges in urban planning.
- Q: Does the book provide real-world examples? A: Yes, it includes practical solutions and real-world examples of how better planning can address social inequities.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include stakeholder participation, civil rights, disaster response, new technologies, and equity metrics in planning.
- Q: What is the book's approach towards economic change? A: The book emphasizes the importance of reforming planning processes during periods of economic change to create a more just social landscape.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: Yes, it is particularly beneficial for those involved in urban planning, social equity advocacy, and community development.