Social / Demographics
The Rural Real Estate Boom
The desire for slower pace, more security and the ability to carry out transactions from anywhere via the internet are fueling a renewed interest in rural living.
AQOLI: The 'Airport Quality Of Life Index'
This article from the International Herald Tribune looks at a new rating scale that measures the quality of life in global cities based on the function and amenities of their airports.
Federal Dollars Assisting Displaced Workers Go Largely Unused
Though it is designed to cushion the blow for workers laid off because of foreign competition, the Trade Act Adjustment program is widely criticized for being difficult to access and unrealistic for many adults with extremely limited incomes.
The Mega-Problems Of Hyper-Urbanization
Why we should be worried about the rise of the world's new mega-cities.
Boomers Need Immigrants
Within 20 years the baby boomer generation will need the immigrant youth, who are more successful than the public believes, reports USC planning professor Dowell Myers, in his new book, Immigrants and Boomers.
Creating A Chinatown Without Chinese
With South Korea's historic apprehension towards China, efforts at resurrecting or creating new Chinatowns in Incheon and other cities have been so far been lacking one key ingredient -- Chinese residents.
Community's Identity Questioned As Demographics Shift
As housing prices decrease, demographics shift again in North Brentwood, Maryland, where a large Latin American population has moved into a primarily African American community.
Where Millionaires Live
Fortune Magazine tracks the states (and homes) that the wealthiest Americans call home.
Building Communities That Work For The Young And Old
A new toolkit demonstrates how the challenges of the nation's aging population can help create sustainable communities that benefit everyone.
An Urban Tale: NYC's East 93rd Street
New York Times writer Chistopher Gray chronicles the history and recent renovation of New York City's 'brownstone Grand Canyon' on East 93rd street.
Portland's Homeless Population Declines
Crediting the city's 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness, officials in Portland, Oregon, have announced that the number of people sleeping on the street has declined 39 percent in the last two years.
Phoenix's Black Residents Trade Sense Of Community For American Dream
As middle and upper class black families increasingly move to the suburbs of Phoenix, they must cope with the loss of cultural connections that existed in historically black neighborhoods.
Lower Birthrate In Chinese County Exempted From Country's One-Child Policy
One county in China has been exempt from the country's controversial one-child policy for two decades. Additional rules about when parents may marry and have children have kept the county's birthrate lower than the national average.
The Invisible Problem Of Suburban Homelessness
This article from the Houston Press looks at the issue of homelessness in nearby suburban Fort Bend County, a problem many public officials deny.
First 'Reverse' Senior Migration Seen Since Depression
Defying conventional wisdom, more seniors 75 and over are now migrating north rather than south. Often the reason is to be near their children as their health may begin to decline.
The Best Cities For Artists -- And Real Estate Investors
First come the artists, then the high rents. So why not base you real estate investment strategy on where artists are going now?
The Coffee Captial Of The Nation
With more coffee shops per person that any other place in the United States -- Anchorage, Alaska, provides some interesting lessons about latte culture.
Should Gay Districts Be Preserved?
Long known internationally as America's "Gay Mecca", San Francisco's Castro District is seeing an influx of straight couples who find the district's amenities attractive. A movement is afoot to ensure the district retains its gay identity.
Latinos and Planning: The Road Ahead
With the Latino population growing tremendously, it's time to begin addressing the shortcomings in the practice of planning regarding this key demographic.
Poverty Now A 'Routine' Part Of The American Experience, Study Finds
Poverty rates in the United States are at a 32-year high, and a new study suggests that 58% of Americans will experience poverty at least once in their lives.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
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Tyler Technologies
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
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Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
