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Ricky Mathews, Publisher of the Biloxi Sun Herald and Vice-Chairman of the Governor's Commission on Recovery, Rebuilding, and Renewal after Hurricane Katrina, argues that Andres Duany and other New Urbanists have been critical to the early success of rebuilding efforts in Mississippi, providing citizens not only with the hope of recovery, but with master planning that has inspired confidence in a bigger and better Gulf Coast community, all while respecting local traditions.

In this episode, we bring a summary and analysis of the top five issues and trends in the planning world in 2006.

Honolulu hooks air to rail, Toronto ups plans for a downtown subway, and rehabilitating rainforests prompt debate -- all on this week's Planetizen News Brief, airing weekly on "Smart City". Read, listen or download.

Cities assessing the health impacts of planning, driving-to-qualify for health insurance, and the bike-sharing troubles plaguing Paris -- all on this week's Planetizen News Brief, airing weekly on "Smart City". Read, listen or download.