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The author reflects on the contribution of African-descent individuals of Harlem, New York City in the city's growth, history and success, and mentions continued community engagement as a proper way to honor those individuals.

The article presents information about New Orleans, Louisiana Mayor C. Ray Nagin's visit to an economic development initiative held at the Tribeca Theater in New York City. The event, which included a reception, informative workshops, and previews of director Spike Lee's film "When the Levees Broke," was designed to entice potential investors in the redevelopment of his native city.

The article presents information on the Atlantic Yards Project started in Brooklyn, New York. The project involves construction of skyscrapers, housing and an arena for the Nets in downtown Brooklyn. The project has been designed by Frank Gehry and Laurie Olin. There is much opposition against the project but supporters contend that it will provide great opportunities for Blacks, Latinos and women.

Reports on Bronx County President Fernando Ferrer's plan to boost the economy of New York City's Bronx district. Connection with the global marketplace; Progress of the government's housing program; Economic development's revitalization of commercial and residential areas.

Reports on the election of Afro-American president of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce in Georgia, Edward A. Nelson Jr., as president of the Council for Urban Economic Development (CUED) at its 1998 annual conference in San Diego, California. Profile on Nelson; Nelson's comment about his election; Nelson's career highlights; Background of the CUED.

Relates the forming of an alliance between the Consortium for Central Harlem Development and international developers Kerbel and Muzzo to develop the Bradhurst neighborhood of Harlem in New York, New York. Plans of the alliance for the neighborhood; Implications of the development.

The article presents information on the Urban Entrepreneurship Summit held at Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey on June 6, 2011. Suggestions to generate wealth in urban cities were discussed at the summit. The significance of African Americans, staying dedicated to their business aspirations was emphasized by media mogul Russell Simmons.

The article reports on the official lighting in 125th Street in Harlem, New York City through the effort and fund raising program of the 125th Street Business Improvement District (BID) and Community Boards.

The article reports on the launch of the Minority Bank initiative by facility and kidney care services leader DaVita Inc. that aims to ignite economic growth in underserved communities in New York. It notes that 5 million dollars have been donated by DaVita through bank partnerships with Carver Federal Savings Bank. Kent Thiry, chief executive officer (CEO) of DaVita, mentions that DaVita is able to support the revitalization of underserved neighborhoods through the initiative.

The article reports that the changes to the controversial 125th Street Rezoning Plan are now entering the public review process in New York City. It states that in April 2008, the City Council has approved the rezoning amidst of very vocal community opposition. According to the City Charter, certain types of changes to approved plans require a public review process.

The article offers views of several people on the changes brought by the borough of Queens County, New York, for the town's development. Councilman James Sanders stated that he is not liking the changes and added that people want change, but it has to be fair all over. Ben Harris, owner of Community Hardware on Archer Avenue, welcomes the change. Borough President, Helen Marshall stated that development is crucial.

The article focuses on the developments of the city of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, being known as the City of Brotherly Love. According to the author, the city is a great day trip from New York City for its historic, cultural, ethnic and artistic attractions. Among the fascinating and interesting city attraction includes the Pennsylvania State House, Rittenhouse Square District, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art as the largest museums in the world.

The article reports on tourism in New Orleans, Louisiana. Prior to Hurricane Katrina in August 2005, the population of the metropolitan area was 1,337,726 people. As of a few months ago, it was approximately 936,408, up from 662,174 in 2006. On a typical preKatrina year for New Orleans tourism, the city hosted approximately eight million visitors. That figure dropped to 3.7 million in 2006, but it has continued to rise ever since. The city's most important industry is tourism.

The article presents information related to the opening of the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. It is stated that after nearly two years of debate and controversy, the Center and home of the New Jersey Devils opened recently, renewing hopes by some city officials that the facility will resurrect the sullied image of New Jersey's largest city. It is highlighted that the arena has long been a bone of contention for Newark mayor Cory Booker, who initially opposed its construction.

The article echoes the author's fear that New York City-based Columbia University's planned expansion will destabilize West Harlem. He believes that the expansion will lead to real estate speculation, dramatic change to neighborhood character, and displacement pressures on local residents and businesses. The author proposes a special purpose zoning district called the West Harlem Special District to save the area from the clutches of expansion.

The article informs that Adrian Fenty has taken over as the mayor of Washington D.C. Fenty says that affordable housing, economic development and ridding the city of urban blight and decay are just a few of his initiatives for the city. Fenty is married and he received his law degree from the Howard University School of Law.

The article presents information on the Section 8 housing rules of the Iowa's Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Section 8 program, which is called by a number of different names in different states, including the Housing Choice Voucher Program, allows tenants to pay about one-third of their income on rent, with the federal government paying the rest. Due to substantial abuse of the Section 8, HUD officials have tightened regulations on eligibility requirements for affordable housing.

This article focuses on the growth and development of the city of Detroit, Michigan. For those interested in shopping. Detroit has a great deal to offer. There are numerous malls and chain stores in and around the area, but there are also some great apparel shops that are well worth the adventure. There is one part of downtown near Greektown, Comerica Park and Ford Field, which are the most important shopping centers. A Detroit institution, Serman's carries an astounding array of the finest suits, pants, jeans, shoes and other designer fare for men and a bit for women. Another Detroit institution is the Broadway, one of downtown's renowned men's apparel stores. When it comes to eclectic cuisine, Detroit has it going on. There are so many great places to dine offering everything from soul food to Italian, Greek, Thai, Japanese, Barbecue, Mediterranean, Mexican and more. The entertainment lineup highlights some of the nation's most talented artists, and folks come from all over to hear them perform in this sophisticated downtown atmosphere.

This article reports that Anthony A. Williams, the mayor of Washington, D.C., would not seek a third term next year. Williams, the city bureaucrat turned mayor, admits that the challenge that he faced to revive a struggling city that had fallen into disrepair before he took office in 1998 was the toughest job he has ever experienced. Before he became mayor, the city was in bankruptcy and lost an estimated 5,000 residents each year, many who decided to relocate to the surrounding Maryland and Virginia suburbs. It is rumored that former Mayor Marion Barry, whom constituents seemed to forgive for a very public personal scandal in the early 1990s that landed him in prison, is interested in running again.

This article presents news briefs related to political events of New York. Friends of Inez Dickens made its first filing with the New York City Campaign Finance Board, reporting over $90,000 raised in just six weeks after entering the race, for the open seat in the 9th Council District. Andrew Cuomo, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and candidate for New York Attorney General, has received the support of Assemblyman Brian McLaughlin. McLaughlin, who also serves as President of the New York City Central Labor Council, which brings together 400 local unions and represents more than 1 million workers across New York City, announced his support for Cuomo last Monday.

The article comments on Harlem's growing population. Harlem may be growing too large for its streets, opine city planners and community organizers. At a recent public meeting, city officials with the Department of Economic Development, Transportation and Planning shared results from a transportation study done in Harlem and Morningside Heights that revealed congestion along the neighborhood's 125th Street spine. Looking at problems of slow public transit, clogged streets and a lack of public parking, the "River-to-River Study," is one element of a Department of City Planning project to rezone the 125th Street corridor between the Harlem and Hudson rivers, a stretch of Manhattan real estate rapidly gaining public notice as it shoots up in both height and price.

Many are still talking about the power breakfast and birthday party hosted by the Black Alumni of Pratt in honor of Bruce Gordon, president of the Retail Market Group at Verizon. The breakfast, which took place during this time of Black History Month celebrations, attracted many from the corporate, civic, artistic and other communities including: Tawana Tibbs, Bruce Gordon's wife, who is also an executive at Verizon. Governor George E. Pataki has announced that he is making available $60.7 million in tax-exempt bonds to the New York City Housing Development Corporation, providing funds to help construct 454 new housing units in Brooklyn, Harlem and the Bronx.

Reports on the housing crisis in Amsterdam in New York City. Expiration of Section 8 contracts; Buildings opting out of the US Housing and Urban Development program.

Presents an interview with Manhattan Borough President C. Virginia Fields. Fields' representation of residents in the areas of commercial and residential development, education and budget; Budget allocations to programs in New York, New York; Support of children's program through funding, advocacy and legislative initiatives.

Focuses on efforts of the Consortium for Central Harlem Development (CCHD) in relation to the provision of low-income housing in the Bradhurst area in New York State. Comments from Alex B. Pressley, executive director of the CCHD; How homes would be structured; Background data on the CCHD.