There goes the neighborhood

"There Goes The Neighborhood is written to help citizens, businesses, neighborhood associations, and community groups, develop strategic approaches for land use challenges. It shares many of the thoughts and motivations of proponents of development choices and provides practical insights into public decision making processes. It examines the art of public presentation and asks the reader to view public participation strategically. It helps the reader develop confidence to participate in processes for which citizens often have no formal guidance."--BOOK JACKET.