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Edmonton to Revise Zoning Code

Proposed changes could help spur more housing development in the Canadian city and encourage density increases in residential neighborhoods.

June 29 - Edmonton Journal

Drawing of Piscataway Bioenergy Facility

Using Captured Methane to Power Buses

A new bioenergy facility in Maryland will convert captured methane to Renewable Natural Gas.

June 29 - The MoCo Show

Fenced off vacant lot in Los Angeles

Improving Communities With Pocket Parks

Construction begins for a new pocket park in Westmont, an underserved unincorporated community in Los Angeles County.

June 28 - Urbanize LA

Aerial view of Marina del Rey, California, the world's second largest man-made marina

Reimagining Marina del Rey

Los Angeles County is conducting a community needs assessment and planning effort to re-envision and remove barriers to accessing Marina del Rey as a vibrant waterfront destination for all.

June 28 - Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors

White Waymo self-driving minivan taxi on street Mountain View, California

Robotaxi Regulations Lag Behind Reality

As fleets of autonomous cars make their way onto city streets, the need to effectively regulate the technology is becoming more urgent.

June 28 - MIT Technology Review


Orange Los Angeles Metro bus on city street

L.A. Metro Launches Fare Capping Program

Transit fares will be capped at $5 per day for all riders who pay with TAP cards, whether or not they have weekly or monthly passes.

June 28 - Governing

Holy Cross Immaculata Church sits atop Mt Adams in Cincinnati, as seen from across the Ohio River in Kentucky.

Cincinnati First City in Ohio to Legalize Accessory Dwelling Units

The Queen City achieved an historic day for planning in the state of Ohio.

June 28 - WVXU


Tree stump in an urban sidewalk

The Maintenance Gap in Tree Planting Programs

Tree planting is a highly visible way to show investment in a community, but without regular maintenance, street trees can become a nuisance rather than a benefit.

June 28 - Smart Cities Dive

Homes in Saratoga Springs, Utah with pond in foreground.

Saratoga Springs Revises Internal ADU Rules

The city is aligning its policies with state regulations but is keeping parking requirements in place.

June 28 - Daily Herald

Stormwater Infrastructure

50 Years Later: Anacostia River to Welcome Swimmers

The Washington, D.C. region has accomplished a major environmental victory, cleaning up the Anacostia River enough for humans to swim in for the first time in five decades.

June 28 - WJLA

Pedestrians crossing a busy crosswalk on New York City street with tall buildings in background

Study: Streets With High Foot Traffic Also See High Driving Speeds

A detailed study of where people walk reveals that driving speeds on many of the streets most used by pedestrians in U.S. cities are higher than recommended speeds, putting pedestrians at higher risk for serious injuries and death.

June 27 - Streetsblog USA

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Federal Program Funds Broadband in Underserved Areas

The program supports efforts to improve internet connectivity in remote and rural areas.

June 27 - The Mercury News

View of downtown Los Angeles from a roof in the Fashion District

How L.A. County Equitably Administers American Rescue Plan Resources

L.A. County recently received a 2023 achievement award from the National Association of Counties (NACo).

June 27 - National Association of Counties

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FTA Announces $1.7 Billion in Clean Transit Grants

The grant funding fell far short of the $8.7 billion requested by transit agencies.

June 27 - Smart Cities Dive

Texas license plate almost entirely covered by snow

Court Denies Lawsuits Over Texas Power Grid Failure

The state’s Supreme Court ruled the non-profit ERCOT can’t be sued for damages caused during blackouts in the 2021 winter storm.

June 27 - KUT

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FEATURE

The Good, the Bad, and Urban Planning Politics

Urban planning and politics are two sides of the same coin.

June 27 - Marcelo Remond

Traffic on Pennsylvania Avenue with U.S. Capitol dome in background

D.C. Road Safety Campaign Will Target Drivers With Dangerous Records

A pilot program will send letters and text messages directly to drivers with histories of speeding and reckless driving warning them of the increased risk for themselves and others.

June 27 - DCist

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Connecting with Nature Through Your Phone

During this year’s international City Nature Challenge, tens of thousands of people across the world went outside to take photos, document, and identify animal and plant species in their communities.

June 27 - PBS News Hour

Cars passing under 101 freeway overpass with SANTA CLARA in large letters on the overpass

Why Is Silicon Valley So Bleak?

The built environment in one of the most affluent places in the country leaves much to be desired. Why are Silicon Valley communities missing so many key urban features?

June 26 - Common Edge

Sillhouettes of tall alm trees in Los Angeles against dark sunset colors

Summer Fun at Los Angeles County Parks

L.A. County's popular and award-winning Parks After Dark program returns for the summer, providing opportunities for residents to come together in safe and welcoming spaces where they can access quality programming and a variety of services.

June 26 - KTLA5

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