Government / Politics
L.A. Says Valley Secession Not Viable
In a rebuttal to LAFCO's study, L.A.'s report cites 5 major factors that would risk financial damage to L.A. and the Valley.
Slow Growth Movement At Odds With Cultural Shift
A booming immigrant population is presenting a challenge to the slow growth movement in the state.
Ethics In The Planning Workplace
When should planners speak up over objections of principle, and when should they simply follow orders?
Denial Of Land Use Plan For CA City
Santa Clarita has requested to widen its 'sphere of influence' outside its borders. LAFCO will probably deny the request.
Should Colorado Follow Oregon's Lead?
In this op-ed, Daniel G. Jennings calls for Colorado citizens to take planning into their own hands -- and to look to Oregon as an example of good citizen planning.
The Politics of Free-Market Environmentalism
The free-market approach to environmentalism is slowly winning supporters.
North Carolina Lawmakers Aren't Fond Of Smart Growth
So far this year, "smart growth" has gained little momentum in the legislature, and most growth-related legislation has been defeated, withdrawn or allowed to languish.
North County Needs A Voice In Regional Planning Debate
An editorial argues for North San Diego County's importance in regional planning as the Regional Government Efficiency Commission moves toward its state-mandated Aug. 11 deadline for recommending the best way to decide major housing, transit and land-use
Nine Things To Save Los Angeles
Los Angeles Time columnist Bill Boyarsky offers his list of nine things the new mayor should do to save L.A.
Legislative Planning Update
The American Planning Association publishes its regular update on legislative and public policy issues of interest to planners.
Are Cities Abusing The Power Of Eminent Domain?
In this op-ed, the author wonders if our forefather's definition of "public use" included casinos, auto plants, shopping malls and health clubs.
L.A.'s Unofficial State Of The City Address
A respected businessman gives a no-holds barred review of urban development in Los Angeles.
Jane Jacobs Warns: Big Canadian Cities Risk Death
At a gathering of mayors, renowed urbanist Jane Jacobs warned Canada risks the death of its biggest five hub-cities.
Supreme Court Rules On Houston Redistricting
At issue was a 1997 plan that created a large, primarily white district, while leaving several minority districts intact.
L.A.'s Mayoral Candidates Discuss Urban Planning
Los Angeles' planning department is considered to be 'weak' by many. Would L.A.'s mayoral candidates change anything?
Compassionate Conservatism And The Environment
Jim Motavalli reviews the Bush administration's environmental policies.
Michigan Republican Advocates Smart Land Use
Legislative package calls for a statewide effort to manage growth in Michigan.
Planning Updates From Washington
The APA's bi-weekly update on legislative and public policy issues of interest to planners and communities.
Orlando's Convention Center - Lavish Or Wasteful?
The county's expansion of its world class convention center came with a $750 million price tag. Was it worth it?
Bush Bans Park Expansions
The Bush administration has imposed a freeze on new proposals for expanding the U.S. national park system.
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 Rosemead
Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
One Hundred Miles
University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS)
Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY)
The Architects Foundation
City of Cambridge
Montrose County
The Pocatello Development Authority
