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Title:
Salvaging community: How American Cities Rebuild Closed Military Bases, by Michael Touchton and Amanda J. Ashley

Publication:
Journal of Urban Affairs

​Reviewer:
Christopher M. Clanahan

Publication Date:
June 2022
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Title:
Hindsight 2020: Reflections of Community Visions from the Past

Publication:
Local Development & Society

​Author:
Huston Gibson
Christopher M. Clanahan


Publication Date:
June 2021

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Abstract:
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​This study retrospectively analyzes a dozen “Vision 2020” community plans, with critical analysis of their vision statements and subsequent implementation. Evaluation and appraisal review of plan implementation is a valuable component of the community development process, as reflection fosters improvement. This study uses document data and personal interviews with local community professionals across the United States to discover outcomes and assess what planners identify as the barriers and gateways to success when implementing community visions. A varied sample was extracted from long-range plans leading up to year 2020 which exemplified a focus on community visioning. Findings discuss what worked, what did not work, and lessons learned. Subsequent discourse is intended to aid community development professionals with future community visioning processes and implementation.​​
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Title:
Urbanized Defense Communities: A Literature Review on the Policies, Politics, and Planning of Military Readiness and Local Land Use in the United States

Publication:
Journal of Planning Literature

​Author:
Christopher M. Clanahan

Publication Date:
May 2021

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Abstract:
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​Propelled in the United States during the 20th century, land use compatibility issues between military installations and neighboring communities amplified due to rapid population growth, sprawling regional development, and limited intergovernmental planning. This literature review examines how the policies, politics, and planning practices aimed at combating land use incompatibilities in defense communities changed from the early 20th century to today. Through the consolidation of established theories, this article reveals a reactive paradigm shift in institutional responses. The triaxial spectrum presented in this review offers a theoretical framework for future empirical studies of defense land use policies, politics, and planning practices. 

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Title:
The Sign of Things to Come: An Overview and Example of Extrapolation Application for Population Projections
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Publication:

North Dakota Planning Association Newsletter

​Author:
Christopher M. Clanahan

Publication Date:
Fall 2015

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Abstract:
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​As a long-range planning tool, the application of population projections is a conventional means for illustrating to decision-makers and the public a glimpse into what the future may hold. The intent of this article is to introduce or reintroduce to anyone who may be exposed to population projections the basic components, purposes, sources, types, and how they can be applied at the local level. Recognizing the vast extent of the topic, this article focuses primarily on trend extrapolation while using Garrison, North Dakota as an example.

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