Potential for growth. That is, they are neighborhoods that already enjoy comparative stability and may be well suited to take advantage of EZ funding. Their resources include untapped labor pools, schools, churches, and unused land. Although both EZ areas include a large pool of potential workers, existing public transportation is not yet capable of adequately transporting workers to existing and anticipated job sites. Both the East and West sides of the EZ are economically diverse.
Disparities are often extreme between neighboring census tracts.
Central neighborhoods, in contrast, have greater needs. Impact of historical development on current needs. Temporary private housing has become permanent. Inadequate housing and economic inequality contribute to a weak physical and social infrastructure. The quality and appearance of housing affects a neighborhood's ability to attract new home buyers and spur investment.