Government / Politics
A Naked Land Grab In Chicago
In democratic city design, the process is as important at the product. But Chicago doesn't work that way.
Caught On Tape: Builders Vs. Towns
A builder hired private investigators to go undercover, gain trust, and secretly tape city officlals for two years.
Can Neighboring Municipalities And Counties Cooperate?
Robert Norfleet, a retired banker, asks if local governments in the Richmond, Virginia metropolitan area can cooperate across jurisdictional boundaries, even when conflicts and disputes arise.
Neal Peirce: World Cities And War
Neal Peirce questions if war is the best strategy "to effect change and remove threats."
Alaska Wildlife Refuge Drilling Vote Nears
Republicans are having trouble getting enough votes for allowing drilling the the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Tokyo's Secret Underground City
Seven riddles suggest that there is a secret city beneath Tokyo -- and a government plot to keep it secret.
Michigan Considers Groundwater Protection
New legislation would, for the first time, provide public oversight of new, large-scale withdrawals from Michigan's underground freshwater reservoirs.
Massachusetts' New Planning Czar
Douglas Foy could revolutionize Massachusetts policies on planning and development.
Bullet Train Dispute Turns Ugly
The millionaire supporter of Florida's bullet train clashes with Governor Jeb Bush
Housing Impact Fees Continue To Rise
Despite California's sluggish economy and high housing prices, impact fees continue to rise -- and it could lead to a voter revolt.
How To Revitalize A Planning Department
Washington D.C. Planning Director Andrew Altman has revitalized Washington D.C's Planning Dept. He explains how.
If You Don't Like The Laws, Just Deannex
For those of you who just can't wait for that beer on the golf course...
Buffalo's Mayor Backs City-County Merger
Buffalo Mayor Masiello argues that regional government is inevitable: Buffalo and Erie County will merge their governments within the next five to 10 years.
The Country's New Gambling Mecca
Indian gaming is quietly transforming California into the world's gambling mecca -- and no one seems to mind.
Curbing Government Use Of SUVs
Massachusettes officials are trimming the number of sport utility vehicles that are used by state officials.
The Forgotten Region
Teresa Fogelberg discusses the challenges faced by the 12 former Soviet countries as they look to build a cross border, sustainable future.
NJ Transit Official Indicted In Ethics Case
A New Jersey transit official has been indicted for allegedly demanding and accepting more than $17,000 worth of gifts.
Ottawa Urged To Invest In Public Transit
Advisory panel recommends $1-billion a year in federal budget for fund to promote public transportation in cities.
Glendening To Lead New Smart Growth Leadership Institute
Former Maryland Gov. Parris N. Glendening will become the new persident of a new smart growth institute to educate lawmakers about smart growth policies.
Malformed Consent
One viewpoint on why local decisions regarding infrastructure and growth issues may not be as valid as they appear.
FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
City of Wisconsin Rapids
Harvard University Graduate School of Design
KFH Group Inc.
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
The Pocatello Development Authority
The Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello
