Civic Center

n 1970, engineers from Fraoli-Blum-Yesselman Associates began a project to design the proposed Hartford Civic Center Arena. The engineers came up with a unique roof frame design they called a space roof. The 300 by 360 ft. roof frame consisted of top and bottom square grids with joints 30 feet on center, connected by diagonal bars that caused staggered nodes on the top and bottom grid bars, resembling pyramid trusses when they were finished. This non-standard design was intended to save on costs and additionally provide some other features such as better drainage and the elimination of bending stresses. The construction of this unique roof design was done entirely on the ground to save time and money. After being built, the frame was lifted into place using hydraulic jacks located on top of the four pylons of the building. The roof was completed in January of 1973 and the entire project sometime in 1975.…

Denver’s best art isn’t locked up in museums or galleries, but it can be found in all our local communities, recreation centers, libraries, schools, parks and public building all throughout Denver. With new art work being added each year, Denver’s diverse art can stimulate any mind despite their age group. Creating a city that people will remember when they visit. Competing with the greatest such as Paris, New York, places known for art fueling their cities and communities because people…

Porterville, California is a town located in the Tulare County with over 55,000 people living here. Famous people have also lived here like the successful fashion designer, Rick Owens. We are located near Sequoia National Forest, the Giant Sequoia National Monument, and Kings Canyon National Parks. Yet, with all these alluring places, why does it feel like there is nothing to do in this town? Truth is, most people are not looking hard enough. Let us start off with a brief history lesson on…

Mandatory Civics Education The original intent of free public education was to prepare citizens to participate in American democracy, yet only eight states even require a course in citizenship (Campaign For The Civic Mission of School). Since, the beginning of education, pioneers to John Dewey in the 20th century theorized the purpose of education was to prepare of citizens to properly participate in American democracy. (Lan15). Now more than ever the active role of citizenship is needed and…

Hartford Civic Center collapsed on January 18th, 1978 when the weight of the 4.8 inches of snow proved to be too much for the structure to handle. The roof was supposed to be designed to withstand much larger load cases than this small amount of snow. Fortunately, no one was injured as the roof fell at 4 o’clock in the morning. There are several relevant parties involved in this case. The first is the architectural company, Vincent Kling & Associates. They were a well-known firm located on the…

argument, and civics as well as express how these concepts are connected. While Nadar experienced these things as a child and his narrative refers to events when he is younger, these virtues are vital to the engage citizens to actively participate in government and impact their communities. To gain more aware and active citizens, these citizens must be equipped with history. In Nadar’s writing, history takes the form of stories and experiences of past places and peoples. As Nadar and his…

For years the West Warwick Civic Center has been where the students of West Warwick High School have always parked. Due to renovations to the Civic Center the students will need to find new parking. The school administration has come up with the alternative to open up thirty spots in the teacher's parking lot for students. The administration is deciding how they will distribute these spots to the students. Students will not be allowed to park on side streets near the school. These spots…

The West Warwick Civic Center is a place that the students park everyday of the school year. After recently finding out that the Complex will be renovated and students will need to find new parking, the committee has come up with the alternative to open 30 spots in the teacher parking lot for the students. The administration is deciding how to distribute these spots but, this will not be sufficient to accommodate all the student drivers. Students also do not have the privilege to park on the…

Service learning is a strategy of teaching or learning through community works which gives an opportunities to an individual to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities. I believe service-learning opportunity was an opportunity for me to involve in the communities work. It was a secondary discourse community for me, as I had to learn to behave and work in a different society. I needed to do 15 hrs service learning for my English class. So, for my…

The 2015 Mazda6 and the 2015 Honda accord are two mid-sized vehicles that have been updated with various features. Deciding on the best option when considering a new vehicle can be difficult when the two vehicles have similar options. Review a comparison of these two vehicles to get a good idea of the benefits that both vehicles offer. Comfort The Mazda6 offers passengers in the rear about the same available space as the Honda Accord. People who are riding in the back will be able to easily…