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Boston Tightens Security At Public Spaces
In the aftermath of the Sept. 11th terrorist attacks, Boston is tightening security at public spaces. A look at how the world of security and high density design mix.
California Governor Signs Land Use Legislation
Unlike past years, Davis approves all controversial bills, even the Hearst Ranch/"certificates of compliance" bill.
Oklahoma Considers Wind Power
Oklahoma looks at wind power for generating electricity. Landowners could benefit from millions of dollars in royalties.
New Stores Combine Shopping and Public Spaces
New store designs by top architects blur the line between retail and public cultural spaces.
Atlanta Multimodal Station Is Back On Track
A multimodal station in downtown Atlanta will provide easy access to commuter rail, intercity rail, express buses and intercity buses as well as connections to the airport.
Boston City Treasures Closing Due To Security Concerns
City is losing precious public space to concerns about another terrorist attack.
Preservationists Seek To Save Hotel From Demolition
Historic preservationists seek to save Ft. Lauderdale, FL, hotel from demolition.
Ottawa: A Blueprint For Growth
The Ottawa 20/20 Smart Growth Summit makes recommendations for managing growth in Ottawa, Canada.
Architect Joseph Stein Is Dead
American architect Joseph Allen Stein spent nearly half a century in India and designed some of it's most important modern buildings.
Give Amtrak A Chance
The recent increase in ridership could boost support for Amtrak.
Amtrak's High-Speed Train Gains New Customers
The Acela Express, Amtrak's high-speed train service in the Northeast sees a 35% increase in ridership.
California's Last Best Train? - Part Two
Is high-speed rail the answer to California's traffic? Maybe, but politics may be the biggest roadblock of all.
Smart Growth: An Update From Colorado
Bob Ewegen reports on the status of smart growth-related bills in the Colorado Legislature.
The Future Of Cities Is In Question Now
Joel Kotkin and Fred Siegel write that the current urban renaissance may come to a halt. Without security, rule of law and tolerance, people leave cities for suburbs.
Rebuilding New York: The Charrette Syndrome
Herbert Muschamp comments on the efforts of the NYC Rebuild Task Force, a coalition formed to develop a plan for rebuilding New York's financial district.
HUD Award Encourages Housing For People With Disabilities
The Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded nearly $900,000 in an educational grant to help communities ensure that more apartments and condominiums are built to be accessible to people with disabilities.
A Different Environmental Agenda
Ed Marston wonders how the western U.S. will change in a slowing economy.
A New Plan For Louisville Estate
The largest piece of undeveloped property in Louisville would be developed over the next 25 years under a plan that includes mixed use developments and green space.
2001 HUD Hope VI Revitalization Awards Announced
HUD Hope VI Revitalization Awards go to Phoenix, AZ, Macon, GA, Chicago, IL, Portland, OR, Atlanta, GA, Kind County, WA, and Boston, MA.
More Renovation Projects In Slowing Economy
An interview with architect Martin Santini, founder of the architectural firm Ecoplan that specializes in business renovation.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
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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