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A History of Ohio Land Banking 2009–2021: From Legislation to Operation

Center for Community Progress

From 2000 to 2001, the number of mortgage foreclosures in Cuyahoga County went from 5,900 to almost 7,000. This number rose to 8,700 in 2003, 9,700 in 2004, 13,943 in 2006, and 14,946 in 2007. Last but not least, a healthy attention should be given to equitable contracting and vendor relationships from the inception of operations.

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Revisiting the 11th Street Bridge Park project as an opportunity rather than a folly: a new revitalization agenda for East of the River, DC

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

The Economic Impact of Local Parks: An Examination of the Economic Impacts of Operations and Capital Spending on the United States Economy , National Recreation and Parks Association). And if there is a lot of kid visitation, well kids don't spend money. They often bring their own food, etc. ( I can't think of a worse walk.