User:Brz7/city

City articles should all have a similar format. This includes:


 * City template
 * Infobox city

For now I'll focus on the city template and propose a new holistic structure based on the existing proposals (WikiProject_Cities (1), Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Cities (2-5)).

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Template for a U.S. City
Don't forget to replace the "_" with the name of the article being converted. For the table, replace the X's and #'s with the proper information. -- ''This temporary page is being used to expand and convert the article _ over to the new format agreed to at WikiProject Cities. Please feel free to add or edit anything on this page to help in the conversion process.''

Not happy with the project (Indian city template) (ChrisRuvolo)
I'm not happy with the current guidelines for the Wikiproject cities. I've tried to make a standard for Indian cities based on Mumbai which I featured recently. Here's the full link: Wikipedia_talk:Notice board for India-related topics/Indiacityproject. I plan to add two sections ==utilities/Infrastructure== and ==Housing==. Please take a look at it. Critique always welcome.

Indian cities template 3 Apr 2005 version
 * ==Sections==
 * These are the sections that should be included.
 * ===Lead in===
 * The lead-in consists of text that comes before the Table of Contents. The lead-in should summarise key aspects of the city, what it is known for and its significance. The origins of the city name can also be included here. The lead in should contain a minimum of two medium sized paragraphs. A photo of the city or a famous city monument can be included here.
 * Rating: Compulsory
 * Length: 2-3 paragraphs
 * ===Origin of name===
 * If there are many theories of the name of the city and the etymology which would unnecessary lengthen the lead in, consider adding this section. The origin of the name is important and should be included in the article.
 * Rating: Section optional; inclusion important
 * Length: minimum one large paragraph, or two small paragraphs.
 * ===History===
 * The history section is one of the most important sections of the article. It should describe the key events of the city starting from its origins to the current. As far as possible avoid political history except for key instances crucial for the city's change. The history section should be around four to five mid-sized paragraphs. If it exceeds six paragraphs move the detail to a separate article titled History of xxx, and provide a summary of 4-5 paragraphs here highlighting key points in the city's development. Do not use subheadings.
 * Rating: Compulsory
 * Length: 4-6 paragraphs; summarise/précis if longer, add detail to another page.
 * ===Geography===
 * This section is also compulsory. Describe the city's geographical coordinates, location in India, altitude, area, region (Konkan, Deccan etc.), if coastal city etc. If applicable also mention rivers, lakes, creeks and islands within and near the city. Hills and highest point may also be mentioned.
 * Climate is compulsory. Mention the seasons, weather, when the city gets its rains and annual rainfall. Give the average temperature and if possible temperature records. Also give the range of yearly extreme temperatures. Eg. The annual temperatures range from a high of 42°C to a low of 2°C. The climate section can also be a standalone section. See Mumbai.
 * If information is available then add a paragraph on the geology of the city. This information is optional. If the region falls in an earthquake prone zone; mention that too.
 * If adequate information on both the climate and geology is available, then the two may also be included as subsections under Geography. See Sikkim.
 * Rating: Compulsory
 * Length: Varies. Try not to exceed 10 paragraphs if geology and climate are both included in geography.
 * ===Economy===
 * Describe the primary economy of the city, the major industries, businesses etc. Also mention the primary occupations of the city residents. A list of major companies can also be included.
 * Rating: Compulsory
 * Length: Not more than four paragraphs.
 * ===Government and politics===
 * Mention how the civic administration is run. The executive and legislative wings of the municipality and how many subdivisions are there in the city. The police department can also be mentioned and how many Indian districts the city contributes. The courts can also be mentioned here.
 * Mention the how many seats the city contributes to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and the state assembly. Also list some of the political parties. Political history can also be added here.
 * Rating: Very Important
 * Length: Not more than four paragraphs.
 * ===Transport===
 * Mention intra-city public transport (don’t use transportation, its American English) eg. Buses auto rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, taxis, trams etc. It should be in prose form rather than in bulleted points. For external transport mention how the city is connected to the rest of India: airports, flying clubs, railway station and buses. Important train and bus stations can be included.
 * Rating: Very Important
 * Length: Variable, avoid more than five.
 * ===Demographics===
 * Mention the population here, if it is a metropolis, mention the city and metropolitan population. Also mention the density, literacy, sex ratio. Mention the break up of religious groups. If information is available the slum population and crime rate statistics can be included. Include inline references.
 * In paragraph 2, mention the languages spoken in the city and ethnic groups.
 * Rating: Very Important
 * Length: maximum three
 * ===Culture===
 * Mention what city residents are called. Mention popular cuisines. Film, architecture, art can be added be added. Include art galleries, museums and public libraries present in the city. Clothing too can be included. Notable musicians, authors, actors etc can be included.
 * Mention festivals in the city, the important ones and how popular ones are celebrated.
 * Rating: Very Important
 * Length: not more than five.
 * ===Education===
 * Write about schools in the city, the boards that they follow and the education pattern. Important schools and colleges can be mentioned. Mention universities and prominent institutions and other educational centres.
 * Rating: Important
 * Length: maximum three.
 * ===Media===
 * Write about the newspapers in the city; radio stations in FM and AM. Also include how television is received in the city &mdash; terrestrial, cable, DTH, CAS. Also include print publications in the city.
 * Rating: Important
 * Length: not more than three.
 * ===Sports===
 * Mention the most popular sport in the city. Also mention the stadiums present in the city for each sport. Also mention what sports are popular in schools, colleges and the most viewed sports. Prominent sportsmen from the city can also be included.
 * Rating: Important
 * Length: not more than three.


 * How many museums does an average city have? 5?  Less?  Making room for a short list like that shouldn't be a problem.  Longer lists for larger cities can certainly go on a second page .. but you didn't mention that option in your original comment.  Both Seattle and NYC (for example) have such pages already: Museums and galleries of Seattle List of museums and cultural institutions in New York City  --ChrisRuvolo 19:49, 18 Apr 2005 (UTC)

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Proposed revised city template (Petersam)
I like to propose a revised general city template based on:
 * Wikipedia talk:Notice board for India-related topics/Indiacityproject
 * WikiProject Cities for
 * Seattle, Washington and
 * San Jose, California

Current Template of a U.S. City based on WikiProject: Cities - Structure


 * History
 * Law and government
 * Geography
 * Economy
 * Demographics
 * Sites of interest
 * Colleges and universities
 * Sports teams
 * Notable natives
 * (Miscellaneous topics and similar lists)
 * External links

Proposed template for any city


 * Lead section


 * History


 * Government and politics (name change from Law and government)
 * Notable mayors and officials
 * Crime


 * Infrastructure (NEW)
 * Transportation
 * Utilities
 * Medical centers, hospitals, health
 * Social services (Social welfare?)
 * Media
 * Print,Television and cable, Radio, Internet
 * Geography (expand subject - includes older Sites of Interest)
 * Climate, geology, Flora and fauna
 * Neighborhoods
 * Housing
 * Landmarks and architecture
 * Parks, gardens, and other recreational sites


 * Economy
 * Industries, Companies, shopping centers
 * People and culture (NEW -- expansion of older sections Demographics and Notable natives)
 * Demographics
 * Annual cultural events and fairs
 * Performing arts
 * Museum and art
 * Libraries
 * Sister cities
 * Notable natives, residents
 * Education (name change from Colleges and universities)
 * Schools, Colleges and universities


 * Sports (name change from Sports teams)


 * (Miscellaneous topics and similar lists)


 * Sister cities
 * References
 * See also
 * External links
 * Further reading

Please comment Petersam 07:39, 27 Apr 2005 (UTC)

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Proposed Chicago style template (Petersam)
From Talk:Chicago, Illinois as of 14 May 2005 with first major revision on 12:11, 22 Dec 2004].

I think the following sections should be considered for this article or Chicago Sub Articles (not lists... prose):
 * === Sections to be added/revised/considered ===


 * History
 * Law and government
 * Crime (proposed)
 * Social & Contemporary Issues (proposed)
 * Environment (proposed)
 * Geography
 * Climate
 * Bodies of water
 * Agriculture (proposed)
 * Flora (proposed)
 * Maps (proposed)
 * Urban Area
 * Suburbs
 * Economy
 * Major industries and products
 * Taxes
 * Demographics
 * Households
 * Age
 * Income
 * Demolingustics (proposed)
 * Education (proposed)
 * Public education (proposed)
 * Private education (proposed)
 * Charter schools (proposed)
 * Libraries (proposed)
 * Colleges & universities
 * Communications and media
 * Arts & culture
 * Museums & Galleries (proposed)
 * Zoos * Aquariums (proposed)
 * Cultural Centers (proposed)
 * Buildings & Landmarks (proposed)
 * Music (proposed)
 * Film & TV (proposed)
 * Theater & Stage (proposed)
 * Folklore (proposed)
 * Cuisine (proposed)
 * Parades & Holidays (proposed)
 * Sports
 * College (proposed)
 * Professional
 * Stadiums (proposed)
 * Health & medicine
 * Transportation
 * Taxis (proposed)
 * Bicylcing (proposed)
 * Tourism and recreation
 * Events & Festivals (proposed)
 * Shopping (proposed)
 * Attractions
 * Infrastructure (proposed)
 * Utilities (proposed)
 * Religion (proposed)
 * Notable houses of worship (proposed)
 * Sources and further reading (proposed)

Including the 2 sections above (Indian cities and template for any city), this is a possible third template for WikiProjects Cities... Petersam 07:17, 15 May 2005 (UTC)


 * Far too many sections and subsections. Think for a moment about what this would look like in the TOC.  This is the sort of outline my high-school English teachers would have described as "a crutch, not an orgnaizational tool".  I'm not sure what your "Communications and media" section would contain, given that you've put television in with film (huh?!) under "Arts and culture".  In any event, I think this sort of organization can only result from an unjustifiably strict reading of main headings like "Geography" and "Economy".  (Talk)= 09:07, May 30, 2005 (UTC)

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Slimmer outline (Nichalp)
Here's a much slimmer outline:
 * Intro
 * Geography (includes all aspects of physical and political geography; e.g., location, climate, land use, ecology)
 * History (which I think should come after geography so that the historically-relelvant geographic information will already have been introduced)
 * Government and politics (optional, if significant enough to escape from "Geography")
 * Economy (includes major employers, corporate headquarters, infrastructure, hospitals and educational institutions where significant)
 * Demographics
 * Architecture (optional)
 * Media (information: newspapers, magazines, radio, TV; should state Nielsen DMA, Arbitron ADI, major out-of-town newspapers if any)
 * Leisure (includes entertainment, arts, culture, museums, recreation, sports, shopping, tourism)
 * References

I'm not sure where I think religion belongs. In most cases, it's not a significant enough story to escape from "Demographics". Likewise education; I don't think it merits a top-level section, but might belong under "Economy" or "Government" or even "Geography" in some cases. 121a0012 17:31, May 15, 2005 (UTC)

I hope the above aren't sub-headings. If it has to be a Featured Article, a minimum number of sub-headings should be used so as not to overwhelm the Table of Contents. =Nichalp (Talk)= 09:07, May 30, 2005 (UTC)