Government / Politics
CA Land-Use Initiatives Fill Ballots
The November 7, 2000 election is shaping up as a potential landmark in ballot-box planning in California.
Grading the Cities
Governing's "Government Performance Project" presents a series of "Management Report Cards" on 35 of the nation's largest city governments.
Another Setback in Water Wars
The California Farm Bureau Federation, the state's leadingagricultural organization, filed suit in U.S. District Court in Fresnoagainst 18 state and federal agencies who have worked on the CalFedplan.
Governor Signs Agency Consolidation Measure
Gov. Gray Davis signed Bill 329, legislation by state Sen.Steve Peace, D-Chula Vista, that creates an 11 member San Diego RegionalGovernment Efficiency Commission.
Presidential Candidates On Smart Growth
CNN presents a special report on where George W. Bush and Al Gore stand on issues like smart growth and urban sprawl.
Debate Flares Over Property Tax Caps
Despite supporters' assertions that new legislation linked to Prop. 39 caps the amount property taxes can be raised to fund a school bond, opponents argue that the legislation would actually eliminate the caps.
State Economic Development Programs Ranked
Good Jobs First released an analysis of 122 audits of state economic development programs performed over the last decade.
A Step Toward Rational Growth
This Los Angeles Times editorial endorses Assembly Bill 2838 by Speaker Bob Hertzberg, D-Sherman Oaks, which would reform the process by which local governments alter boundaries and authorize municipal services.
Presidential Candidates on Sprawl
Presidential candidates' position statements on the Federal role in dealing with sprawl.
$1.6 Billion To Be Passed For Conservation
Congress agreed on a bill that will provide $1.6 billion in 2001 and $2.4 billion by 2006 for conservation. This is the largest increase ever.
Court Won't Take MWD Water Fees Case
The Supreme Court refused to take a petition by the San DiegoCounty Water Authority to limit the Metropolitan Water District's policyof charging fees to water agencies that want to use its water supplysystem.
Planning Is Hot In Congressional Elections
Smart growth and livability are quickly emerging as key campaign issues in many upcoming congressional election.
New City; Virtual City Hall
The new city of Centennial, Colorado has built a city government, but they have no intention to of building a city hall.
A Race To The Bottom
Can a canal flow in two directions at the same time? Yes, according to environmental studies by the Corps of Engineers which often uses questionable analysis to justify expensive projects backed by powerful political interests.
Urban Issues Top LA Mayoral Debate
Park space, environmental and urban issues were the key theme at a debate among Los Angeles mayoral candidates sponsored by KCRW.
Major Water Accord Leaking
In the aftermath of the defeat by the California stateLegislature of bills that would have created an oversight commission forCalFed and provided $12 million to protect endangered fish, CalFed facesadditional obstacles as Republicans in Congress are
Which Way, Los Angeles?
Los Angeles Mayor candidates debate LA's most pressing urban issues on KCRW.
Who Should Pay For Flood Control?
The Sacramento Bee comes out against AB1147, which would require local California communities to pay a higher share for flood-control projects.
Got Cash? Name Your Rail Line
Faced with funding problems, Arapahoe County, Colorado, officials suggest selling naming rights. "Corporate glory traded for public convenience?"
California's Uneven Land Tax
Taxable values in California counties are soaring as a result of new construction and property sales. But utilities are exempt. What's going on?
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.
Smith Gee Studio
City of Charlotte
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
US High Speed Rail Association
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
Municipality of Princeton (NJ)
