Report Summaries

Research Reports on Nightlife Issues

The following research summaries examine critical issues in nightlife. Each report offers a synthesis of existing research and applies sociological and economic theories to nightlife settings. The information presented is intended to offer insight on a variety of topics from a scholarly perspective.

Street Vendors: Social, Economic and Cultural Role in Communities

Street vending is integral to a city’s sociability by increasing vitality of sidewalks and public spaces. A driver of district foot traffic and opportunity for entrepreneurial start-up and brand extension, the vending industry is also an economic asset.

ID Scanners as a Pre-Crime Surveillance Tool

Contemporary security technology such as the ID scanner is designed to deter criminal intent and assist police investigators in resolving incidents, yet they raise several concerns relating to patron privacy.

Street Vendors: Public Policy and Legislation to Support this Vital Industry

Effective yet not restrictive policies can facilitate street vending as a seamless component of the street scene. Model policies are provided that address health and safety, sanitation, and zoning issues for locating vendor activities.

Public Facilities in Nightlife Districts: The Cost of Not Providing Places “to go”

Few communities provide public restrooms despite prevalence of public urination. Innovative solutions exist to provide safe and convenient public facilities in hospitality zones that address risks of vandalism, drug dealing and prostitution.

Mob Mentality’s Link to Aggression in Nightlife Settings

Large groups of intoxicated people can result in high crime rates, riots and mobs, as well as sexual assault and violence. This paper examines alcohol’s role in group dynamics and preventative strategies for collective violence.

Sexual Assault Prevention: Nightlife Venues as Vehicles for Social Change

Nightlife venues and districts present high-risk scenarios for rape and sexual assault. This report explores the role of group dynamics, alcohol and expectations of masculinity, as well as key components of prevention campaigns.

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