The 1991 winners foster connections among people, neighborhoods, the city and the environment, encouraging participation that instills a sense of empowerment in individuals and the community.
Connections: the 1991 Rudy Bruner Award for Urban Excellence includes detailed case studies and lessons learned about the winning projects including:
- Greenmarket in New York, New York
An outdoor farmers market collective bringing fresh products and produce to the city
- Brooklyn-Queens Greenway in New York City, New York
A 40-mile pathway linking neighborhoods to cultural and recreational opportunities
- Ocean Drive Improvement Project in North Miami, Florida
The preservation and redevelopment of a historical waterfront district
- Roslindale Main Street Village in Boston, Massachusetts
A community-led business district revitalization and preservation project
- West Clinton Action Plan in Portland, Oregon
A community-based approach to low-income housing rehabilitation and development
Lessons Learned themes included:
- Making Connections
- Participation and Empowerment
- Social Justice
- Preservation and Renewal
- Local Initiative and Governmental Support
- Leadership and Organizational Structure