Neighborhood Analysis Essay (3 pages)

The choice of the Neighborhood I pick is called ROGERS PARK located in Chicago

Guidelines To follow

 Natural Features Are there trees, parks, rivers, forests, grass, etc.? 

What wildlife is present: mammals, birds, insects, etc.? 

 Infrastructure (Organization)

  What kind of homes are in the area? 

What businesses exist and how long have they been there?  

What kind of schools are there? 

What are the roads or streets like? 

Are there a lot of cars? What kinds in terms of cost–preowned, new, etc.?

  Are there garages, parking lots or street parking? 

Is there public transportation? How far away is it from your home?

  Are there bicycles, motorcycles, scooters, etc.? 

What is pedestrian traffic likea dense population, for example? 

What public utilities are present: gas, electric, hydro, wind, sun, nuclear? 

 Human Beings

  Who is your alderperson? 

What is the average age, race, and gender in your community? 

What is the average household income? 

Are there a lot of children 

 Boundaries

  What creates the boundaries or borders of your community? For instance, are there certain streets or landmarks that determine where your neighborhood begins and ends? Chicago is a city of neighborhoods, some more accessible and welcoming than others. Among the many are Austin, Lawndale, Bridgeport, Uptown, Edgewater, and South Shore. 

What is your neighborhood called? 

Outlook 

Overall, what does the future look like for your community? If things seem promising, why? If things seem bleak, why and how can those things be changed?