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| Urban Land Institute Makes Recommendations on Rebuilding New Orleans The rebuilding of New Orleans should occur through a phased process that accommodates the immediate needs of its downsized population, and which poises the city for future growth as it evolves from recovery to restoration, reform and rebirth, according to a panel of land use experts representing the Urban Land Institute (ULI). In a public forum, the panel presented detailed rebuilding recommendations to the Bring New Orleans Back Commission, including specifics on economic development and culture; government effectiveness; and planning, including infrastructure, housing and urban planning and design. The presentation capped a week-long visit during which more than 50 ULI members, all specialists in urban and post-disaster development, toured the city, held a public forum drawing more than 300 people, and interviewed more than 150 citizens representing a broad range of interests, including business, civic, political, cultural, utility, healthcare and education representatives and community activists. write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Construction News :: home page |