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On the Roadless Again
State leaders sue feds to bring back "roadless rule."
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Tragedy and Technology
A Los Angeles Times article titled "<a href="http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/la-fi-internet10sep10,1,1004073.story?ctrack=1&cset=true">Web Proves Its Capacity to Help in Time of Need</a>" documents the importance of the Web as a communications medium. <br /> <br /> <blockquote><br /> It reunited families and connected them with shelter. It turned amateur photographers into chroniclers of history and ordinary people into pundits. It allowed television stations to keep broadcasting and newspapers to keep publishing. It relayed heartbreaking tales of loss and intimate moments of triumph...<br /> <br /> The Internet has played a larger and larger role in every major news event of the last 10 years...In the aftermath of Katrina, use of the Internet is more vital and varied than ever.<br /> </blockquote>
A Return To Big Government? A Bush New Deal?
For an administration that has sought to limit the reach of social welfare programs, the proposed reconstruction of New Orleans represents a massive new investment similar in size to the New Deal or Great Society programs.
Orlando Recruits New Orleans Business HQ
After Hurricane Betsy in 1965, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse endeared itself to New Orleanians by feeding rescue workers a warehouse full of its prime beef. After Hurricane Katrina, the newly public company decamped for Orlando.
Longest Serving Mayor Offers Planning Advice
Wisdom, civic pride, and unparalled experience have helped Joe Riley turn Charleston, SC, into one of America's finest cities.
Developing Design Criteria Based On Sustainability
Several experts talk about the government's role in developing a set of design criteria based on sustainability principles.
No Safe Harbor From Natural Disasters
In spite of technological growth, the world is even less safe from natural disasters. While some blame the population explosion, others blame developers who misuse the land and resources.
Freeway Transforms Into People-Friendly Boulevard
A new chapter in San Francisco's freeway saga.
Biloxi Loses Over 5,000 Buildings To Katrina
Many historic buildings were also lost in the wake of the devastating hurricane.
$25M To Keep A Company In St. Louis
Despite incentives by other counties and states, Express Scripts, one of the largest pharmacy benefits managers in the nation, is accepting a deal to stay in St. Louis.
Mexico's 'Shangri-La' Is A Secret No More
Locals are worried that the town of Álamos, long known to only a few, will lose its native charm to the surging American population.
The US Will Survive Katrina
An Australian editor theorizes about the United States' flexibility in bouncing back from even the worst tragedies, even in spite of governmental blunders.
Building Cities for Pedestrians
Hong Kong has one of the most progressive pedestrianization programs in the world, writes Christopher DeWolf. Canadian cities, take note.
New Trends In University Campus Planning and Design
Universities are revamping their college towns in an effort to stay competitive.
Three Planning Concepts For Rebuilding New Orleans
Patrick Doherty disagrees with New York Times columnist David Brooks' suggestions for rebuilding New Orleans. He argues that a redevelopment plan for New Orleans should adopt three urban planning concepts and lead the way for other U.S. metro areas.
Can New Orleans Heal Its Old Problems By Rebuilding?
Can New Orleans rebuild its gritty charm without recreating 'hyperconcentrations of poverty'? Many fear the New Orleans will become a sanitized version of its past.
Can A Rebuilt New Orleans Retain Its Character?
With federal aid available, pet redevelopment projects are now possible. Some worry that a rebuilt New Orleans will lose its distinct character.
After Katrina, A Chance To Fight Urban Poverty
David Brooks argues that Hurricane Katrina has created an opportunity to address urban poverty.
Kunstler On The Long Emergency and New Orleans
Will New Orleans and the devastated region around it be rebuilt on the hollow premise of cheap oil and suburban sprawl?
Rail Builds Better Economy
Twin Cities soar with transit, Detroit sinks without.
City of Clovis
City of Moorpark
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
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