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State Versus Local Planning
An unintended consequence of Proposition 13, which limits local governments’ ability to impose taxes, is more State decisionmaking for local planning efforts.
California State Budget Targets Reduction in Sprawl
State budget negotiations includes $135 million in "Smart Growth" incentives.
Electric Vehicles Get a Boost
Electric and natural gas vehicles allowed to use in California's carpool lanes.
Use Budget Surplus to Develop Housing
Housing professionals present a strong economic argument for a reliable and affordable housing stock for all residents.
High-speed Train For Southland
Proposal for a Southland high-speed train system using magnetic levitation technology is being considered.
Not a drop to drink?
Which Way, LA? Moderator Warren Olney hosts debate about the impact of recent water ruling on Newhall Ranch Development.
Rethinking Infrastructure Policy in California
California estimates it will need to spend $82 billion over the next ten years to build and maintain state infrastructure. However, revenue sources are projected to meet only half this need.
L.A.'s Sidewalks in Disrepair
With approximately 4,600 miles of sidewalk needing to be repaired and a budget for only about 46 miles per year, L.A.'s sidewalks could take a very long time.
American Cities Dangerous for Pedestrians
Study lists top ten American cities considered dangerous for pedestrians.
Computer Networks To Monitor Neighborhoods
Technology developed by a Silicon Valley startup will warnneighborhood residents about natural disasters and intruders.
Playa Vista In Arbitration
Rising interest rates threaten viability of project; arbitration could decide controlling interest.
Growing Criticism For Queensway Bay
A proposed $100 million shopping center in Long Beach is facing growing criticism from residents.
Free Homes in East Palo Alto
Upscale residents want to donate homes to get a tax write-off and save on demolition costs.
Newhall Left Out to Dry?
Decision to halt massive Newhall Ranch project due to water shortage represents a crucial policy shift.
San Bernardino's Development 'Donut Hole'
AB 1544 would require City of Redlands city to provide services in unincorporated San Bernardino, but receive no development fees.
The Highs and Highs of Living in the LA Valley
Joel Kotkin celebrates the new epoch of the San Fernando Valley.
If You Build It, They Will Stay
Op-Ed by Newhall CEO Thomas Lee calls for changes in LA's development process and changing perceptions of high density.
Affordable Housing Battle Brewing in Sacramento
Attempt to bring Sacramento Affordable Housing Requirment in compliance with State mandates likely to be a controversial issue.
Disney's California Misadventure
An ambitious new Disney theme park in Anaheim, California, draws criticism from residents.
San Diego's Infrastructure Planning -- What Went Wrong?
While San Diego's planning successes are the envy of many, big infrastructure projects face major problems.
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City of Bakersfield
Standridge Inc.
City of Brookings
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
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