Government / Politics
NYC and Privatized Parking
NYC is asking private investment banks to submit ideas on how to privatize city assets.
The Contradictions of Regulating Temporary Spaces
As popularity of "temporary urbanism" initiatives rises, there are increasingly efforts to regulate these sites. Jonna McKone of TheCityFix analyzes the trend.
House Committee Wants to Kill HUD, USDOT and EPA Programs
The House Appropriations Committee announced earlier this month a proposed elimination of HUD, USDOT and EPA sustainability programs, in addition to pulling already-awarded funding for TIGER grants.
Rio de Janeiro Residents Protest Olympics Projects
As the city of Rio de Janeiro prepares to host the 2016 Summer Olympics, residents there say many of the projects underway are violating their rights.
Designing Out Obesity
An emerging design movement is trying to counteract obesity in American cities.
An Urbanized and Unequal Planet
In this piece from Metropolis, Joel Kotkin argues that as the world urbanizes, cities are becoming increasingly unequal and do not provide the opportunities they once did.
The Importance of Public Squares
With the recent developments happening in North Africa and the Middle East, public squares are taking center-stage as the epicenters of change.
Public Space and Revolution
Jay Walljasper discusses the role of public spaces in recent protests and revolutions from Madison, Wisconsin to Cairo, Egypt.
Federal Lending Should Support Local Transit Funds
The federal government should play a larger role in lending money to local governments for transit projects, and not just spending money, according to this oped.
The Good and Bad of Vancouver's Olympic Legacy
This column from The Seattle Times looks at two of the physical legacies of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, and finds both success and room for improvement.
Transit Breaks Ground in Honolulu, But Will Development Follow?
Ground has broken on Honolulu's long-planned rail system, but locals still worry that the new transit won't lure new development to town.
Tel-Aviv's New Master Plan Kept Secret From Residents
The Mayor of Tel-Aviv has called the new Master Plan a "constitution for the city," yet local officials have stated they will not comment on the plan until after it is approved by the city council.
Where Will The Transportation Money Come From, Mr. President?
Transportation consultant and analyst Ken Orski looks into the transportation provisions of President Obama's proposed 2012 budget and beyond and notices some major shortfalls - and poses questions to the administration as to how they will be funded.
Building Permits To Enter 21st Century in NYC
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced yesterday that the city will begin to utilize QR (quick response) codes on all building permits, providing more access to information for New York residents.
Bay Area MPO Cleared Of Racial Bias Charges
A federal appeals court upheld a federal district court ruling that the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Bay Area's transportation planning and funding agency, does not discriminate against minorities in the way it funds buses and trains
South Sudan Plans its New Capital
A brand new capital city is being planned for the recently approved new country of South Sudan. Juba, the region's current capital, is seen as too chaotic to serve as the new country's capital.
The Importance of Cities to the World
Neal Peirce expounds on the increasing power and importance of cities, a dominant message in the new book "Triumph of the City" by economist Edward Glaeser.
Last Company Town to Fall
Scotia, California may be the nation's last remaining company town. The entire city could be headed to market this year.
Leaving a Legacy of Smart Growth
Maryland's Governor O'Malley, heading into his 2nd and last term, wants to leave behind a legacy of environmental improvement, including new smart growth policies to limit building in rural areas.
A Unique Time for City Finance
Cities' financial challenges are leading directly to fundamental governance challenges, including questions that are not normally part of budgetary discussions. The consequences for city life and municipal functions may be substantial.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
