Great Places in America Shine Throughout the Country
"[W]hat these places have in common is the potential to serve as examples to other cities and towns of how their own streets and neighborhoods should look and feel. They’re also valuable case studies in how to accomplish such revitalization."
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On October 7, 2009, APA Executive Director Paul Farmer, FAICP, recognized the Montrose neighborhood in southwest Houston as one of 10 Great Neighborhoods and officially announced the 30 Great Places in America for 2009.
With the iconic Menil Collection museum as a backdrop, Mayor Pro Tem Sue Lovell and Council Member Wanda Adams accepted the honor on behalf of the City of Houston.
Representing the APA Texas Chapter, Jeff Taebel, FAICP, presented Neartown Association President David Robinson with the designation certification for the community's strong civic engagement.
Council Member Wanda Adams and Mayor Pro Tem Sue Lovell accept the Great Places honor for Montrose on behalf of the City of Houston from APA Executive Director Paul Farmer, FAICP.
Character Makes the Montrose
Houston Chronicle
Montrose Named Top Neighborhood
Click2Houston.com
National Honor for Montrose
KTRX-TV, Houston
Montrose, One of the Country's Best
KHUF-FM
Houston Neighborhood Honored
KTRH-AM
Montrose Among 10 'Great Neighborhoods'
My Fox Houston
Montrose's Renovation Future Unclear
My Fox Houston
Houston Enclave Awarded "Great Neighborhood" Status
KIAH-TV, Houston
Montrose ranked among America's 'Top 10 Great Neighborhoods'
KHOU.com
APA Executive Director Paul Farmer, FAICP, is interviewed by Univision news-network about the significance of the Great Places in America program.
Jeff Taebel, FAICP, describes the importance of Montrose's diverse character, historic preservation, and walkability as a one-time resident of the neighborhood.
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