Tim Halbur

Tim Halbur is communications director for the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU).

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Tim Halbur is communications director for the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU), the leading organization promoting walkable, mixed-use neighborhood development, sustainable communities and healthier living conditions. He was managing editor of Planetizen from 2008 to 2011.

Canada Finds Electric Car Infrastructure Already In Place

In the cold climes of Canada, parking lots come equipped with 120-volt outlets to keep engine blocks warm. Planners see these outlets as a stepping stone to a future of electric cars for the country.

The Mobile City

<p> <span class="status-body"><span class="entry-content">AZUL: 12PM-3PM@The Brig - Abbot Kinney and Palm in </span></span> </p> <p> <span class="status-body"><span class="entry-content">Venice; 6PM-9PM@La Brea/Pico Billboard Eco Art - 4829 </span></span> </p> <p> <span class="status-body"><span class="entry-content">West Pico just east of La Brea</span></span> </p>

LaHood on the Stimulus Package

Speaking today at the Center for National Policy in D.C., Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood touted the success of the ARRA stimulus package and answered questions on transportation bill reauthorization and other topics.

Changing Tune on Density

Back in 1971, Alvin Duskin mounted an all-out campaign to limit buildings in San Francisco to 72 feet. Today, he is one of many Bay Area activists reconsidering density.

A Perfect Storm of Construction

A perfect storm of projects, ranging from a new busway to an expanding sports arena, is just beginning to disrupt life in the village of Rozelle, Australia. Construction could continue past 2020.