Fletcher, Doris Lee 2002-05-01
Doris Fletcher talks about her experiences living in North Overton, Lubbock, Texas and the effects of redevelopment on the community. Note: This interview is part of the North Overton Redevelopment Collection.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Doris Lee Fletcher
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Date: May 01, 2002
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez
Length: 00:38:50
Abstract
Introduction; Background; Grew up in North Overton; Programs in the park; Sense of community; Attended school in Lubbock; Neighbors; Changes in the neighborhood; Racial segregation; Property management; Social decline; Tornado damage; Became involved with the city; Gained media attention; Formed the North Overton Neighborhood Association; North Overton Neighborhood Association; Effects of the Association; Police assistance; City assistance in the community; Zoning; Community grant funding; McDougal properties involvement; Effects on homeowners; Public meetings; Community advisement; Reaction of the community; Concern for neighborhood residents; Effects of redevelopment; Crime rate decrease; Quality of neighborhood; Fire hazards.
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Transcript: Transcript available in reading room
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