Theses and Dissertations - UTB/UTPA
Date of Award
5-2000
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
First Advisor
Dr. Jose R. Hinojosa
Second Advisor
Dr. Gary Tschoepe
Third Advisor
Dr. William Turk
Abstract
This study investigates recreation and park's influence on the Rio Grande Valley's ability to attract businesses. Input was solicited from companies that initially located or relocated in the Rio Grande Valley within the last ten years. Quality of life is compared to six possible influences on the location/relocation decision. Recreation and parks is scored relative to five other indicators of the quality of life. Relative importance is determined through a Likert scale. Company types are broken down into manufacturing/distribution and technical/headquarters companies plus small and large companies. Company types and sizes are be compared against each other and the overall sample. Results indicate that the Rio Grande Valley tends to follow national trends.
Granting Institution
University of Texas-Pan American
Included in
Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration Commons, Urban Studies and Planning Commons
Comments
Copyright 2000 Peter Bernard Lamont Jr. All Rights Reserved.
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