Government / Politics
Lack of Political Leadership on Urban Issues Harms U.S. Cities
Compared to the approach taken in other countries such as England, America's leaders have apparently chosen to not to care about -- or plan for -- livable cities, writes Neal Peirce.
The Most Ambitious US Solar-Energy Initiative Ever Proposed
California Governor Schwarzenegger's ambitious solar-roof plan could get sidelined by partisan squabbling.
Tax Policies To Help Working Families In Cities
A new paper examine how existing federal tax laws affect households in cities, and how to improve economic opportunities and incentives.
Comparing Livability In Baghdad and Houston
In an effort to put the best light on the situation in Iraq, Administration officials are making dubious comparisons to the state of America's cities.
Simulation Shows Turmoil Likely from Oil Shocks
This past week two former CIA directors and policy makers participated in a scenario in which the chaotic geopolitics of oil lead to $150 a barrel prices and a crippled economy.
One Man's Castle Is Another Man's Mall
The Christian Science Monitor offers its opinion on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on eminent domain.
Bribery and Under-the-table Land Deals
The FBI is now investigating allegations that Southwest Housing Development Co. bribed Dallas building officials.
Supreme Court Rules Against Limits on Eminent Domain
In a narrow decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that cities may seize homes for any development purpose.
Supreme Court OKs Eminent Domain For Economic Development
U.S. Supreme Court rules that local governments may seize homes and businesses for private economic development.
Debate On Global Warming Heats Up In Senate
A proposed bill that would limit greenhouse gas emissions is the center of a struggle between the Senate and the President.
Workers Oppose Pentagon Plan To Shift Jobs To Suburbs
Defense workers near the Pentagon told legislators they would rather quit their jobs than move further out to the suburban fringe.
Progressive Cities Work for 'Growth with Justice'
The election of former union organizer Antonio Villaraigosa as Los Angeles' next Mayor is part of a new progressive political force in America's cities.
San Diego's 'Meltdown'
The City of San Diego, once thought of as a model city, is experiencing a political 'melt down'.
The Next 'Great Society' Will be Urban
A new urban political movement called "Cities for Progress" is encouraging progressive politics at a local level to address issues facing cities and at the same time counter federal -- and largely rural -- conservatism.
America's Most Liveable Cities
The U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting names the nation's most liveable large and small cities.
Interview With CA's HCD Director
The director for Housing and Community Delevopment talks about everything from population growth to housing.
Schwarzenegger Sets his Sights on Climate Change
In a departure from Republican Party rhetoric, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger vows that his state will be "the leader in the fight against global warming."
Appraisers Forced Into Cheating Home Owners
Over 8,000 appraisers sign petition to force Congress to intervene in what they say is a case of widespread fraud.
The 'Perfect Storm' For Property Taxes
Faced with revolts by homeowners, legislatures from Maine to Nevada are coming up with possible fixes.
Fate of WTC Redevelopment Mired in Controversy
The meaning, purpose and future of both the WTC redevelopment and the "war on terror" with which it has been associated for almost four years are growing more uncertain as opposition to the war in Iraq deepens.
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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
