Ratio of number of security incidences during programmed activities versus nonprogrammed activities In a similar context to the previous measures, this measures provides a more nuanced pictured of when the safety of the space is compromised. Knowing this information can best allow those within the county and community to adapt their approach to activities planning and overall management of the space. For instance, knowing whether security incidences occur more often during programmed activities versus non-programmed activities require a difference response than if the situation were the opposite. This measure provides valuable information with regards to what approach may be necessary to achieving the desired level of security at the Civic Building and Plaza in order to successfully create a “family-friendly” space. Collection of data for this indicator would require someone to categorize whether the security incidence took place during a “programmed” or “non-programmed” activity. However, this information would most likely be noted in the incidence report; if not, it would be easy to compare with the Civic Building or Plaza’s calendar.
Improved Uses and Activities Ratio of changes in sales growth for business immediate around Civic Building and Plaza compared to other businesses in downtown Silver Spring Determining the economic development impact that the Civic Building and Plaza have on the surrounding downtown Silver Spring is difficult because separating out other local factors and larger regional influences on the economic activity of the area requires
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