Government / Politics
Building Cities for Pedestrians
Hong Kong has one of the most progressive pedestrianization programs in the world, writes Christopher DeWolf. Canadian cities, take note.
The Big Easy vs. the Last Frontier
Reason's Tim Cavanaugh says it is time to remove the pork from the transportation bill to help rebuild New Orleans and other areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
Two Storms: The Political Impact Of Hurricane Katrina
A look back at past disasters and the political turmoil that followed.
Former New Orleans Planning Director Speaks
Kristina Ford discusses what went wrong and how New Orleans should rebuild.
Hurricane Katrina: Columnists Criticize Leadership
Several New York Times columnists criticize the political leadership's response to Hurricane Katrina.
The Dismantling Of FEMA
Why is the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency is being systematically downgraded?
Is New Orleans a Victim of the Iraq War?
Hundreds of millions in federal dollars originally intended to shore up levees and build pumping stations around New Orleans were diverted to the pay for the war in Iraq.
Parking Lots: An Oasis For Youth
A look at the role of parking lots in suburban youth culture.
Budgeting For Basics: The Changing Landscape Of City Finances
Study offers both current and historical contexts for understanding the evolution of city finances over the past thirty years.
The (Negative) Impact Of The World Bank On Development
Does the present of the IMF or World Bank make infrastructure projects more likely to fail?
Looking For Common Ground In Oregon
A task force will be appointed to find ways to close the growing rift in Oregon's statewide land use program.
America's Most Liberal And Conservative Cities
A new study ranks the liberal and conservative political leanings of 237 American cities.
Panhandling Banned In Downtown Atlanta
Despite several protests, a measure to ban panhandling in downtown Atlanta is expected to be signed.
Helicopters Invade Boston's Fenway Neighborhood
As air traffic increases around Fenway Park so to do the complaints from the neighborhood's residents about noise pollution.
Bush Surrenders Battle In Signing Transportation Bill
President Bush's vow to fight Congressional 'earmarking' dies a quiet death with the signing of the new $286 million Federal Transportation Bill.
How the Dems Can Win in '08: Promote Smart Growth, Alternative Fuels
Skyrocketing oil prices, the housing bubble and a radically altered economic landscape point to a need for Democrats to rethink their political strategy.
Friday Funny: US to be Oil-Free in Less Than 3,000 Years, Vows Bush
The Onion reports on President Bush's "aggressive initiative" to eliminate oil dependence by 4920. The auto industry isn't so sure.
Bush's Energy Bill Is A Missed Opportunity
President Bush's energy bill is a "feeble initiative" that will not solve the nation's enormous energy problems writes Joe Conason.
Law, Endowments And Property Rights
Ross Levin explains what accounts for differences in protection of property rights across different societies.
Are We Entering the 'Twilight Era' of Petroleum?
The prospect of dwindling oil supplies and the likelihood of conflict with China over what remains, are increasingly being considered matters of national security.
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.
New York City School Construction Authority
Village of Glen Ellyn
Central Transportation Planning Staff/Boston Region MPO
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
