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• <br /> 18. <br /> competence. These asset types provide a set of criteria that can be used to <br /> evaluate successful parks and recreation programs. <br /> Case Studies: Successful Recreational Programs <br /> Although a multitude of programs designed for at risk youth are in <br /> operation throughout the country, it is extremely difficult to find programs that <br /> can provide conclusive date demonstrating successful results. This analysis, <br /> however, identified three cities that have a reputation for successful parks and <br /> • recreations programs: Cincinnati, Ohio; Phoenix, Arizona; and Fort Meyers, <br /> Florida. These cities have programs that have received national attention for <br /> successfully helping at-risk youth. <br /> The programs were evaluated for this analysis using criteria developed <br /> by the Search Institute and previously described in this report. Each of the <br /> three programs provided the opportunity for participating youth to develop the <br /> following assets: structured time use, control, support, and social competency. <br /> Winton Hills Teen Violence Prevention Program <br /> According to Mr. Wayne Bain, director of the Cincinnati Recreation <br /> Commission, the Winton Hills community in Cincinnati, Ohio has experienced <br /> serious problems with drug related violence (Bain, personal communication, <br /> • 1995). About 69.5% of the Winton Hills population has an income below the <br />