The Oakland Tribune

Merging Northern CA's Regional Planning Agencies

A new bill would force the merger of northern Califronia's Metropolitan Transportation Commission and the Association of Bay Area Governments.

January 11, 2002 - The Oakland Tribune

Is Smart Growth A Runaway Train?

Because "smart growth" defies an easy definition, it's being applied to all sorts of growth. And much of it may not be smart.

January 2, 2002 - The Oakland Tribune

Smart Growth Finds Tradition An Obstacle

Realtors, along with Peter Calthorpe, comment on the current state of "smart growth" for the suburban and urban markets.

February 1, 2001 - The Oakland Tribune

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