The Daily Source of Urban Planning News
Privatization Makes a 'Big Dig' into Taxpayers' Pocketbooks
If you think that the Bush Administration's drive to privatize almost everything will lead to greater efficiencies and a better use of taxpayers' dollars, then take another look at Boston's "Big Dig."
The Cost Of ESA Protection Is Too High
Governors from Western states meet to discuss reforming the 31-year-old Endangered Species Act.
Fewer Kids Are Driving
Are automobiles are becoming less important to young people?
Planner Strikes It Rich
D.C. planner's compensation tops $250,000.
Women Dislike Commuting, Study Finds
National study of quality of life among women finds that quality of life measurements need to look beyond income.
An Environmental Agenda For L.A. Ports
The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach must work to reduce air pollution even as shipping volume expands.
VancouverAirport Rapid Transit Line Approved
After months of debate, Vancouver is expanding it's rapid transit network to the airport.
The Safest City For Walkers
The Surface Transportation Policy Project has ranked Boston as the safest city in the nation for walkers.
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Planning For Your Home Computer of the Future
Planning 50 years out is never easy -- in planning -- or in technology.<br /> <br /> Thanks to <a href="http://www-rcf.usc.edu/~pgordon/">Peter Gordon</a> and <a href="http://www-rcf.usc.edu/~dowell/">Dowell Myers</a> for the picture. <br /> <br /> <img src="http://www.planetizen.com/tech/files//Rand_Home_Computer_1954.jpg" alt="Computer of the Future" />.<br /> <br />
Friday Funny: Dear SUV Driver
Highlighting his recent encounter with "Mr Chrysler Pacifica Driver" John Kelly writes with biting sarcasm about the perils faced by pedestrians.
Washington State Proposes Tighter Emissions For Vehicles
Washington state would follow California's lead in establishing tough new automotive standards to slash emissions of greenhouse gases under a proposed new bill.
Driving Is Becoming Less Important To Young People
The number of U.S. teenagers licensed to drive is decreasing.
Sprawling Cities, Dangerous Cities
Wide roads, speeding traffic and a lack of crosswalks or sidewalks can make walking a deadly activity.
Priced Out Of The Nation's Capital
Developers and housing advocates disagree about the merits of mandatory affordable housing provisions
Is Exurban Growth Good?
Population and job growth are flourishing in America's exurbs. But is this good news?
The Architecture Of War
What are the moral and ethical issues at stake for the architects rebuilding Iraq?
A Plan For Heritage Tourism In Philadelphia
An architectural consultant outlines the city's need to connect its historical treasures.
A New Downtown Station For DC's Metro System
The opening of a brand-new rail station for Metro's Red Line promises revitalization for a long-declining neighborhood.
The Architectural Accomplishments Of The New Clinton Library
The newly opened Clinton Presidential Library makes its mark on Little Rock.
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Top Word For 2004: 'Blog'
Merriam-Webster Inc. announced that the word "blog" was the "<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2004/TECH/internet/11/30/words.of.the.year.reut/index.html">most looked-up word</a>" [CNN] this year. The word will be a new entry in the next edition of the Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary.<br /> <blockquote><br /> A four-letter term that came to symbolize the difference between old and new media during this year's presidential campaign tops U.S. dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster's list of the 10 words of the year.</blockquote>
City of Moorpark
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Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
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Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
