A Design

Jacob Bogitsh

Perspective

University at Buffalo

PortfolioWhat makes our cities tick.

This portfolio is a compilation of projects and assignments undertaken in the Environmental Design program at the Universtiy at Buffalo: The State University of New York from 2009 to 2011. Included are selected works from studio workshops, as well as various other courses and

personal work. Thank you for viewing.

- Hugh Newell Jacobson

“When you look at a city, it’s like reading the hopes, aspirations, and pride of everyone who built it.”

Jacob Bogitsh770 Ocean Parkway Apt 2L

Brooklyn, NY 11230Jacob_Bogitsh@gmail.com

917-574-2385

Skills:Microsoft Office

Word, Excel, PowerpointAdobe

Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesignG.I.S.

RuffaloCODY Campus CallFundraising Software

PhotographyRendering/Sketching

Modern Hebrew

Interests:Photography

TravellingDrawing/Sketching

ArchitectureNew York City

GuitarReading

Education University at Buffalo: The State University of New York - Class of 2012 Environmental Design B.A. Baruch College: The City University of New York - 2006-2007 Transferred 30 Credits Professional Experience New York City Department of Transportation - 01/2012-Present Bicycle Planning Intern- Assist in the planning and design of proposed and existing bicycle routes, data collection, creating presentations for various bicycle projects, facility mileage and bicycle counts database management, analyzing and siting locations for new bicycle parking racks, creating bicycle promotion materials, and staffingoutreachandeducationevents. University at Buffalo Call Center - 09/2009-12/2011 Student Ambassador and Fundraiser - $50,242 Raised Midwood Development Corporation [Intern] - 06/2011-08/2011 Intern - Community Revitalization - Promoted the Midwood Merchants Association campaign to improve economic development within the community. American Planning Association: NJ Chapter [Intern]- 06/2010-08/2010 Intern/Director of Fundraising- Assisted the Executive Director and Board while fundraising for the Annual Chapter Conference

VolunteerWork Hillel of Buffalo - 1/2010-1/2011 Newspaper Photographer and Graphic Designs Buffalo Green Code - 03/2011, 10/2011 Assistant Facilitator - Aided the facilitator and Urban Design Team to discuss future planning efforts between the community and organization for Buffalo, NY Buffalo Niagara Waterfront Cleanup - 1/2009 Helped clean the Buffalo Niagara Waterfront in efforts to revitalize the area

ProfessionalAffiliations American Planning Association - NY Metro - Student Member Cyburbia the Planning Community - Student Member AIGA, The Professional Association for Design - Student Member Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity: 2008 Member

Publications Bitterman, A., Bapst, D., Bogitsh, J., et al. (2011) Radial, a bike share program for the City of Buffalo. San Francisco: Blurb Press.

Awards Deans List SUNY Buffalo - 2010 Fall Semester, 2011 Spring Semester, 2011 Fall Semester CUNY Baruch - 2006 Fall Semester, 2007 Spring Semester “This I Believe” Writing Contest - January 2010 1st Place - $250.00 Prize - SUNY Buffalo - Open essay contest to students describing a personal motto that aids our well being

Resume/PersonalProfile

Table of ContentsNeighborhood Awareness Campaigns

PD 312: Prospect Park AnalysisPD 356: Geographic Information Systems

PD 360 (Junior Studio): NFTA BrochurePD 450 (Senior Studio):Radial Bike Share

PhotographyRenderings/Drawings

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Assignment

Neighborhood Awareness Campaigns PD 306: Delaware Park Revitalization

To visually communicate

the history and present conditions of

an urban park in Buffalo, New

York.

Assignment

To visually communicate

proposed improvements

to an urban park in Buffalo, NewYork.

The following two posters are part of the same finalprojectfor PD 306:

Communities and

Environmental Education

Olmsted's Oasis: Delaware Park and Buffalo, NY

Delaware Park, originally named “The Park” was Buffalo’s equivalent to Central Park in New York City. Planning began in August of 1868 by Frederick Law Olmsted after searching for the perfect location. Olmsted desired a natural oasis within the city and found it near the Scajaqueda Creek and Soldier’s Cemetery (now Forest Lawn Cemetery). Together with his partner Calvert Vaux, they submitted a vast two section proposal for a park. The first, highlighted a 46.5-acre lake by damming the Scajaqueda titled the Gala Water. The second proposal, the Meadow, was a 234-acre greensward enclosed by a dense grove of trees. Vaux originally designed a few buildings and structures, such as the Spirehead Gazebo and roof bench settees, and the boathouse. The boathouse, located adjacent to the lake, was a popular destination. Rowboats could be rented and taken for an outing on the water. Through the later half of the 19th century, The Park was a focal meeting point for residents. Summer rowing on the lake and winter ice skating made for great activities. As public transportation reached the park in the 1880’s, it’s vibrancy continued to grow and people traveled for daily outings to experience the nature within its boundaries. Land was added in 1875, 1887, and 1907 and a Quarry Garden was then created. By 1878, against Olmsted’s protests, a zoological garden was established. Furthermore, several hundred mature trees were cut down to make room for two buildings: the Albright Knox Art Gallery and the New York State Building (now the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society). Finally, Vaux’s boathouse was replaced by a larger casino. These changes were soon accompanied by many single-use facilities. By 1914, formal baseball diamonds appeared along with the Parkside Lodge. By 1915, an 18-hole golf course was added;and in 1919, an incongruously formal Rose Garden and Pergola were erected near the Casino. Lastly, in 1974 the Japanese Garden was completed.

History

Location

Surrounding Neighborhoods and Who it Impacts

As map 1 depicts, Delaware Park encompasses several census tracts. The majority of it’s area is located within tract 53, but encompasses parts of tracts 54 and 63.02. It’s presence has a strong influence on many of the residents within the surrounding neighborhoods. The park is one of the most used resources in the city and is utilized the most out of any of the other parks. As is true with many cities, properties adjacent to the park are some of the most affluent in Buffalo, with many mansions lining streets like Delaware Avenue (Image 6). Many neighboring residents take advantage of their close proximity and frequently enjoy nature walks (Image 1), the Buffalo Zoo, the Albright Knox Art Gallery, the Marcy Casino and Rose Garden. There are also numerous sport fields available for public use.In addition to the many facilities provided, a unique event is Shakespeare in Delaware Park (Image 2). A Buffalo summer tradition since 1976, it attracts an average of more than 40,000 people each year. It is the nation’s second largest free outdoor festival behind New York City’s. The event takes place behind the Rose Garden on a grand Tutor-Style stage. Some other notable institutions nearby are Buffalo State College, Canisus College, and the State University at Buffalo Medical Campus. Their proximity provides college students with an excellent resource to use. Between classes and on weekends, many students are able to enjoy the beauty of the park and its natural environment. Wide open spaces allow for activity that promotes healthier lifestyles and an escape from the stresses of life. Having a central park among many colleges and universities is a smart strategy that should be implemented by many cities because it encourages recreational use. As Olmsed imagined, Delaware Park should be woven within the surrounding community as an edenic oasis, separating urban from natural life. Not only is the park scenic and iconic, it is used by so many residents on a daily basis. For Buffalo and its bordering residents, preserving that feeling of nature the park provides is of utmost importance.

Total Population of Census Tracts Affected by Deleware Park

Awareness The surrounding communities can benefit immensely from the park’s revitalization. Parks play a key role in many communities, sheltering them from the heat island effect, which can raise a city’s temperature 2-10 degrees Fahrenheit. They also act as storm water management facilities, helping to increase water drainage when it rains. One of their main uses is separating urban environments from a natural one. Many people don’t have access to the wilderness and natural environments, so bringing that into the city is an excellent way to reconnect people to pristine environments. In recent years, Delaware Park has seen many changes. Some have improved the area and others have hindered the park’s vibrancy. The Scajaquada Expressway bisects the park, effectively cutting it into two distinct parts. This not only damages its beauty, it also makes it very difficult for pedestrians to transition from one part to the other. The bisection has distanced the meadow from the lake, two primary resources the park offers. More paths need to be established so residents have a more natural experience. Although, the sports fields and facilities are a great amenity for the people, it was not part of Olmsted’s original plan. Sequestering them to one section of the park would allow for the rest to be used more for it’s original purpose. Delaware Park is, and was, a quintessential jewel among Buffalo and it’s residents. Recently, there has been a disconnect from the two, which needs to be reinvigorated. Olmsted’s vision of a unified parkway system could be realized in the future. This would not only provide easier access from one park to another, it would unify the parks as whole. Bringing quality nature back to Delaware Park is the first priority that should be taken.

Total Housing Units

Tenure

Educational Attainment:Bachelor’s Degree or Higher

Urban ParksJacob Bogitsh

PD 305, Environmental Education & DevelopmentUniversity at Buffalo: The State University of New York

Image 3. The Japanese Garden, Deleware Park. Courtesy of Matt Roginski Photography.

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Total Population for census tracts 32.01, 33.01, 52.01, 52.02, 53, 54, 63.02, 64, 65.02,

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Courtesy of Buffalo Olmsted Conservatory Master Plan, 2008.

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Total Number of Occupied and Rented Housing for Census Tracts 53, 54, & 63.02

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Image 2. Shakespeare in Deleware Park. Courtesy of www.cassiegorniewicz.com

Image 1. Children learn how to walk and enjoy nature in Deleware Park. Courtesy of Olmsted Conservatory Master Plan, 2008.

Image 4. View of Albright Knox Art Gallery in the distance and Hoyt Lake.

Image 5. Scajaquada Expressway bisecting the lake with the Marcy Casino in the back.

Image 6. Mansion along Deleware Avenue

Map 1. Census tracts for Buffalo, NY and the location of Deleware Park. Courtesy of the department of strategic planning

Taken from the Olmsted Conservatory Master Plan

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Figure 1. Total polulation for surrounding census tracts

Figure 2. Total housing for census tracts 53, 54, & 63.02

Figure 3. Tenure for census tracts 53, 54, & 63.02

Figure 4. Educational Attainment for census tracts 53, 54, & 63.02

Figure 5. Race/ethnicity for census tract 53

Figure 6. Family income for census tracts 32.01, 33.01, 52.01, 52.02, 53, 54, 63.02, 64, & 65.02

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PD 305: Sprawl and Walkability Midwood Merchants Association

Analyze the effects of

walkability and suburbanization on communities

Assignment Assignment

Creating an effective

campaign for the Midwood

Merchants Association

sidewalk sale

This poster was part of an ad campaign for

my internship at the Midwood Development Corporation in the summer of

2011

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Urban Sprawl: Drive-Through Communities

Figure 5. South view from Niagara Falls Blvd. and Maple Rd., Amherst, NY.

Urban Sprawl in Buffalo Niagara and the EnvironmentJacob Bogitsh

PD 305Environmental Education and Development

How our Physical Environment Effects our Community Environment A major difference between urban and sprawled regions is a feeling of community. Compared to denser urban neighborhoods, there is much less interaction between neighbors and people in sprawled regions. This lack of interaction may lead to an isolated feeling, which is not only bad for individuals, it is harmful for the community. The way sprawled and suburban regions are set up places considerable importance on an automobile dependent lifestyle. Similar looking chain stores line the sides of busy roads and lack any individuality, whereas, urban communities are often lined with locally owned stores and people who regularly walk the streets. The term “Anywhere America” was used to describe Niagara Falls Boulevard by David Byrne, an avid bicyclist, author and cofounder of the musical group The Talking Heads, after biking through it. In urban neighborhoods you can often see people laughing, riding their bicycles, walking and enjoying each other’s company. Today, there is an apparent distinction between cities and suburbs, which is not only visible through its physical environment, but also through social behavior.

Figure 1. South view from Niagara Falls Blvd. and Maple Rd., Amherst, NY. Figure 2. North view from Niagara Falls Blvd. and Maple Rd., Amherst, NY.

Why We Should Care For decades cities have encouraged the human spirit. Museums, concert halls, large shopping districts, plazas, and urban parks are all located densely within cities. They have contributed to our development as social beings and continue to encourage communal cohesion. Although there will always be disagreements between a bucolic and urban lifestyle, initiatives can be taken to better connect the two. For example, creating more walkable streets in suburban communities, increasing more efficient transportation relieving automobile dependency, and adding more mixed-use zoning can help condense commercial development and help restore a feeling of individual communities to sprawled regions.

Automobile Dependence

In most sprawled regions private automobile use is not only desired, it is a necessity. Major streets such as Niagara Falls Boulevard in Amherst, NY stretch for miles with stores spaced far apart from one another. The only real way some one can reach these destinations is by car. Automobile dependence is a major problem in many American suburbs. It adds to the increasing dependence on oil and gas, limits physical activity, and is harmful to the planet. This problem could be addressed by adding more mixed-use development throughout suburban communities and implementing better public transportation. The key is to reduce automobile dependency and return people to a more interactive lifestyle.

Sprawl not only encourages automobile use, it also discourages walkability. Walking is extremely difficult in many suburbs and is almost impossible in others. Some regions lack adequate sidewalks, where others are very pedestrian unfriendly. Due to high amounts of traffic volume, people are exposed to higher amounts of noise and air pollution, as well as increased risk of accidents. The adjacent images juxtapose the difference in walkability and communities in an urban and suburban neighborhood. Figures (3) and (4) clearly show a livelier and friendlier environment, while figure (5) lacks vibrancy and social interaction. Increasing walkability in suburbs can help increase social interaction, add a sense of community feeling, and bring people out of their cars once again.

Figure 4. South view from Auburn Ave. and Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY.

Figure 3. Eccentric bicyclist on Auburn Ave. and Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY.Discourages Walkability

Suburban communities might offer larger lots and more space, but at what cost? The farther we keep sprawling, the more fenced in we will become from one another. To demonstrate the importance of walkabile neighborhoods, Map (1) depicts the walkability score for the city of Buffalo. The most walkable neighborhoods are located downtown, and as the city sprawls to the suburbs, the scores decrease.

Map 1. 2007 walkability map for Buffalo, NY. Souce: A GIS Based Walkability Analysis, independant study by Prasanta Bhattari, University at Buffalo MUP.

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Sunday, August 28th, 201110:00AM-5:00PM

For more information: midwood.merchants@gmail.com - 718.376.0999 ext. 103

Sidewalk Sale!

99 Cents & UpApple BankAstoria Federal Savings BankAT & T One Hour CellularAvenue J FloristB & B Party & GiftsThe Berkshire BankCitibankDavid York AgencyDiscount Linens PlusDr. Kesselman, DPMDrs. Dreifus & Wieder, ChiropractorsEichlers JudaicaElzeeFor Pennies LessGadamo MenswearHappy HomeHarrico PharmacyHeichal Judaica

Home Clean HomeJ DrugsJ StepsJP Morgan Chase BankThe Judaica PlaceLegaacyMidwood DevelopmentCorporationRosa EnglanderSassy Gifts & HousewareSave Quick Inc.Sherel’s HatsShoe PalaceSovereign BankSpecial EffectsTop This HatsValley National BankThe Yellow DoorWalgreens

The Midwood Merchants Association (MMA) is a dues paying membership organization. Bolded names above indicate dues paying members. Paying members that are not participating in the sidewalk sale include: Borut Supply, Carole Block Handbags, The Dime Savings Bank of Williamsburg, Emigrant Savings Bank, Eye See You Optical, Glatt Mart,

JC Studios, Midwood Family Vision, and Pomegranate.

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Participating Merchants Include:

Great Deals, Free Re-useable Shopping Bags & Community Information

According to the system of elements described by Kevin Lynch in his book The Image of the City (which is briefly summarized in the PD. 312 Reader, 438), there are 5 elements that underlie a city’s form. These include Paths, Edges, Districts, Nodes and Landmarks. Each of these characteristics adds to what Lynch describes as the “imageability” of the city. He argues that these group images are necessary for an individual to operate successfully in his environment and to cooperate with his fellows (439). One of the more principle public spaces in Brooklyn, NY that represent those key elements is Prospect Park. Paths are described by Lynch as “the channels along which the observer customarily, occasionally, or potentially moves” (439). Incorporated inside the park is a network of paths that allow pedestrian traffic flow to occur. In addition to the internal paths, Flatbush Ave. as well as Washington Ave. passes directly through the park’s north western end and Parkside Ave. passes through the southern end. This allows automobiles to directly cut through the park, instead of driving around. Some of the major streets that add to the path work “imageability” surround the park. These include Prospect Park West on the west side, Prospect Park Southwest on the south western side, Caton Ave. on the southern side, and Ocean Ave. on the eastern side and Eastern Parkway on the northern side(Prospect Park Alliance/About). “Edges are the linear elements not used or considered as paths by the observer: they are usually, but not quite always, the boundaries between two kinds of areas” (Lynch 441). A large fence surrounds the 585 acre park (Prospect Park Alliance/history), which distinguishes its boundaries. Residential buildings are located across the street from the park, further determining its edges. Furthermore, since the public space is a park, there is a concentration of green space. Once the green space is discontinued tangent to the fence, the individual is aware of the park’s edge limitations. Although Prospect Park is not technically considered a district to locals, it does fit the description Lynch provides. He calls a district “the relatively large city areas which the observer can mentally go inside of, and which have common character. They can be recognized internally, and occasionally can be used as external reference as a person goes by or toward them” (442). Prospect Park is certainly a relatively large area that the observer can mentally go inside of. As stated in the preceding paragraph, the park is filled with common green space. It is also characterized by many common baseball fields scattered throughout its limits (Prospect Park Alliance/homepage). Lastly, any observer walking or driving outside of the park can easily reference when passing toward or by it. Lynch defines a node as “the strategic foci into which the observer can enter, typically either junctions of paths, or concentrations of some characteristic” (444). There are 6 primary nodes located around the park. The principle node of these 6 is Grand Army Plaza, located in the northern section, followed by Park Circle in the southern section. Grand Army Plaza is a concentration of paths consisting of Flatbush Ave., Union Street, Plaza Street West, and Eastern Parkway (Prospect Park Alliance/visit the park). With Grand Army Plaza being the main focus of intense concentration, each of the 6 nodes have strategic foci (4 are on each corner) around the park where the observer can enter. The last element Lynch refers to are landmarks. He describes them as “the point references considered to be external to the observer, are simple physical elements which may vary widely in scale” (445). He also mentions that they are usually used as references of location used in conjunction with directions. For any local Brooklynite, Prospect Park is most certainly a landmark. When visiting the borough, you cannot help but notice a massive park confined within a system of grid networks. This supports Lynch’s argument that landmarks are considered more significant, if they have a clear form and if they contrast with their background (445). An enclosed green space certainly contrasts the surrounding background of houses and shops, especially when they are uniform as is with a grid fashion. Using Kevin Lynch’s elements that underlie a city’s form, we have identified Prospect Park as having paths, edges, a plausible district, nodes, as well as being a landmark. These 5 elements depict the “imageability” of any structure within a city. Based on the “imageability” of Prospect Park, it is possibly and probably one of the more prominent public places within Brooklyn, NY.

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Long Meadow District

Lake District

Parade Grounds

Prospect Park Zoo District

Brooklyn Botanic Garden District

Brooklyn Museum District

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PD 312: Prospect Park Analysis

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PD 356: Geographic Information Systems PD 356: Geographic Information Systems

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PD 360: Brochure

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East End

East Ferry StreetKehr StreetWohlers Avenue

Scott StreetHamburg Street

Van Rensselaer Street

Babcock Street Bailey Avenue

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855-7211

Info@nfta.com

www.nfta.com

855-7650 (TDD)

For Information:

APPROXIMATE RUNNING TIMES

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- University 22

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3 Amherst 19

5 Humboldt-Hospital 17

7 Delavan/Canisius College 15

9 Utica 13

11 Summer- Best 11

12 Allen/Medical Campus 10

13 Theater 9

14 Fountain Plaza 8

16 Lafayette 6

18 Church 4

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2 Metro Trans. Ctr. 37

3 Michigan 36

4 Ellicot 35

5 Bennett Park 34

6 Jefferson 33

8 Emslie 31

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14 Central Terminal 25

17 Person 21

19 Emerson Park 19

21 Scheu Park 17

24 Walden Village 14

27 Thruway Mall 11

31 Walden Galleria 7

34 Union 4

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Pass Type Full Reduced *

All Zone Day Pass $4 $2

All Zone Weekend Pass $7 $3.50

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Monthly Pass- All Zone $77 $38.50

30 Day Pass- One Zone $64 $32

30 Day Pass- All Zone $77 $38.50

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5 Sheridan Drive 15

8 Millard Fillmore Sub. Hospital 12

11 North Forest Road 9

14 UB North Campus 6

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- Niagara Falls Blvd/ Blvd Mall 28

5 Green Acres Valley 25

7 Ellicot Creek County Park 23

10 Martinsville 20

13 Nashville 15

16 St. Johnsburg 12

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How much does a ticket cost?A full passanger ride costs $1.75 for one Zone. the Metro System is divided into four zones, with a 30 cent full fair (15 cent reduced fair) charge each time you cross into a new zone

What do I do in case of an emergency?Should an emergency occur, do not panic. Remain calm and follow your train crew’s directions. Do not pull the emergency break or try to exit the train by yourself. In the event that an evacuation is necessary, follow your crew members instructions and refer to the emergency instructions panel located inside every car.

How do I report suspicious activity such as an unattended package?

You can do your part by being the “eyes and ears” for your subway. If you see something suspicious, inform a police officer or NFTA employee. In case of an emergency call 911.

Can I transfer from a train to a bus?Yes, anyone can transfer at any time between a train and a bus. However, you cannot transfer from a bus to a train.

How long is my transfer valid for?Your transfer is valid for 2 hours after you first use your ticket.

Do the trains run 24/7?All trains run 24/7, 7 days a week. Time schedules vary depending on the hour of day. Trains run 365 days a year and on holidays.

What do I do if I lost a personal belonging on one of the trains or train stations?

There is a useful list of phone numbers located on the NFTA website. This includes the lost and found department. Once you contact an employee, if your item is found, you can pick it up at the nearest transfer station.

What is a reduced- fair ticket and how to I apply for one?NFTA reduced-fair tickets are for senior citizens and people with disabilities who qualify. The card has your name and photograph. You can buy a one day, 7- days, or 30- days, in one or all zones. These are unlimited rides for half price. Included in this, are any bus-bus, train-bus, or train-train transfers. You may apply for a reduced-fair ticket online or by mail.

FAQ

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Front Cover

This project was assigned to help us think critically about transportation planning and metro-line design. The student was asked to create a Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) themed brochure in addition to proposing new lines that better

connect the city.

Lake Erie

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PD 450: Radial Bike Share PD 450: Radial Bike ShareThis senior studio, was a proposal to bring a bike sharingprogramtoBuffalo,NY.CompletedintheFallof 2011, Radial Bike Share worked for two real-world clients,BuffaloCarShareandSobiBicycles.Underthe direction of Dr. Alex Bitterman, myself and 19other classmates broke into three research groups to handle branding, existing/proposed conditions, and socialoutreachfortheprogram.Eachstudentwaspart of four administrative groups : Editing, graphic design/layout, logistics,andthefinalpresentation.The total 200 page proposal is available at http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/2638477.

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month and annual subscription trips: 0-30 min.: $0.00 30-60 min.: $0.75 60-90 min.: $2.00 Each subsequent half hour: $3.00

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Mediterranean Sea - Tel Aviv, Israel Azraeli Center- Tel Aviv, IsraelDead Sea - Masada National Park, Israel

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