The population of 3 million grew by 80,000 in 2000, a rate of growth expected to continue for several years. Phoenix has shown no signs of inner city decay that has been common in other rapidly growing areas, and in fact only Atlanta is growing at a faster pace. The paper lists factors that planners will need to address, as well as those that make Phoenix attractive to business. Bibliography lists 4 sources. This 15 page paper provides an overview of just what the Empowerment Zones are and how they have been implemented.
Urban renewal is discussed in general.
The successes and failures of the program are outlined and alternatives are provided. Bibliography lists 8 sources.