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Supporting Passenger Rail Is In The National Interest
Dick Williams says supporting passenger rail is in the national interests and presents a proposal for a "travel czar."
The Importance Of Public Parks
Keynote address by Enrique Peñalosa at the Urban Parks Institute's "Great Parks/Great Cities" Conference, July 30, 2001.
Alaska Oil Drilling: Norton May Have Misrepresented Data
Interior Secretary Gale A. Norton may have misrepresented scientific data in response to a Senate committee's questions about the environmental impact of oil drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Charlotte Residents Concerned About Growth
Residents of Charlotte, N.C. discuss growth issues with candidates for city council.
Smart Growth Proposal Approved In Green Bay, WI
Green Bay, WI, City Council has approved a Smart Growth comprehensive plan.
U.K. Town To Drive Out Cars From Center
Architects praise a visionary plan to transform the center of the town into a car-free zone.
Architecture: A 'Difficult' Art Form?
Is architecture undervalued?
Costa Rica's Cloud Forests Threatened
Cloud forests are critical for bio-diversity and clean water. In Costa Rica, an increasing population is threatening cloud forests.
The Suburbanization Of America
Knute Berger worries about the suburbanization of the nation.
Wildlife Corridors Help Survival Of Endangered Species
Dr. David Suzuki writes about studies that show "wildlife corridors" are beneficial for the survival of endangered species.
Economy Stimulus Package Should Include Transportation
Lawrence Mishel advocates that a government stimulus package aimed at helping the slowing economy should include investments in transportation.
City Upgrades Computer Security
The city of Glendale, CA has replaced its employees' password protection system with fingerprint scanners that use biometrics, once considered a space-age technology.
New Line Proposed For Washington's Metro
Transit planners have unveiled a proposal to add a new subway line to Washington's Metro.
World's 101 Most Endangered Sites
The World Monuments Fund has released a list of 101 of the world most endangered sites.
Terror-proofing Skyscrapers: Experts Brainstorm
Architects and engineers meet in Chicago at a conference to discuss how skyscrapers can be protected from terrorism.
Amtrak Returns To Maine As Train Popularity Soars
Train travel is increasing in popularity across the nation.
Balancing Growth, Environment: Sweden Is Best
According to a report, Sweden does the best job of balancing growth and environment. European nations hold the first five positions.
The Skyscraper Won't Die
Architects say that new skyscrapers may incorporate some design changes but the building form is an "American tradition" and will not die. A report from Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Rejuvenating Hollywood, CA: Trendy Bars
You can try on pricey shoes while sipping wine in one of the trendy nightspots giving new life to Hollywood, California.
Ford And EPA Working On New Hybrid Car
New technology being developed by the Ford Motor Company and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency could improve the fuel-efficiency of sport utility vehicles and light trucks.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
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
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.
