Infrastructure
Water Wars In The New West
Las Vegas, the driest metro region in the U.S., needs water as it grows rapidly. Where is it going to come from?
FEMA To Support Stricter Building Code
To help local governments enforce a new statewide building code, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is contributing $14 million to the state of Louisiana. State and federal officials expect the new stringent code to reduce insurance costs.
Does The Trans-Texas Corridor Have A Future?
Plans for the construction of several mega-highway and rail corridors across Texas are facing growing opposition.
Making Plans For 'Complete' Streets
Officials in Louisville, Kentucky, are considering joining the 22 other cities across the country that have adopted a 'complete' streets policy to ensure roads aren't built solely for cars.
Watchdog Group Rips New Orleans Plan
The independent Bureau of Governmental Research finds the Unified New Orleans Plan "fails to deliver a cohesive, workable road map for recovery."
One Billion Dollar Plan Unveiled For Atlanta's Signature Street
The ambitious plan proposes to transform Peachtree Street with new streetcars, parks and other amenities. But skeptics wonder if such a massive overhaul is feasible -- or even necessary.
More Road Tolls A Sure Thing In California's Future
A $20 Billion transportation bond, approved by voters in Nov., was just the start. The governor and legislature have signaled interest in continuing toll road building via public-private partnerships financed by tolls, sure to upset many drivers.
Will Commuter Rail Happen In Southeast Michigan?
In order to alleviate congestion and auto-dependency, mass transportation proponents are working diligently to develop southeast Michigan's first commuter rail line.
Poor Planning Blamed For Indonesian Floods
Neglect, poor planning, and flawed city management are being blamed for the recent flooding in the Indonesian capital of Jakarta that has caused hundreds of thousands to evacuate.
U.S. Flood Maps Based On Decades-Old Data
According to a recent National Research Council report, maps of flood danger in the United States are based on data that are decades old. Many are calling for an update.
As Plans For Europe-Africa Rail Link Develop, U.S. Lags
Plans for a long-imagined underwater high speed rail line connecting Europe and Africa emphasizes the comparative lack of rail development in the United States.
Permeable Pavement Holds Promise, And Some Doubts
Chicago is keen to use porous asphalt and paving for new transportation projects, touting its environmental benefits, but questions remain about its long term effectiveness -- including its ability to withstand Chicago winters.
Sharing The Burden Of A Drought
In an agreement that could shape the way multi-state water sources are managed, Arizona and Nevada have formed a deal that would distribute between the states the burden of any water shortages in the Colorado River.
Not Much Money Have The Meters Made
Low parking meter collection rates have shocked public officials in San Francisco, where parking is so valuable people are literally killing for it.
Safety vs. Affordability: The Transportation Tradeoff In Indonesia
Indonesia's private airplanes and trains are not subject to stringent regulation officials say. As a result, the government compromises safety.
River Port Should Be Shared Asset
This editorial calls on public officials in South Carolina and Georgia to work together to build a river port that will benefit them both.
Still Legal To Sit On Portland Sidewalks (For Now)
Passage of an ordinance making it illegal to sit or lie on sidewalks in Portland, Oregon, has been delayed by the city's mayor until more benches and public restrooms have been installed.
Regional Plan Causes Infrastructure Concerns In Reno
A proposed regional plan in Reno, Nevada, is looking to make big steps towards increasing the area's density and environmental friendliness. But opponents are worried that a rise in density will create major infrastructure problems.
Rust Belt Community Adopts 'Smart Decline' Strategy
The City of Youngstown, Ohio has decided to give up on reviving its industrial era population, and set about the process of shrinking the city down to a size more in line with its economy.
Must You Be So Context-Sensitive?
New Urbanists are pushing for big changes to the International Traffic Engineers' thoroughfare design manual to help make roads more pedestrian-friendly.
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.
Gallatin County Department of Planning & Community Development
Heyer Gruel & Associates PA
JM Goldson LLC
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Jefferson Parish Government
Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Claremont
