Federal Agencies

Street with historic buildings and American flag hanging from lamppost in downtown Hinton, West Virginia.

Commentary: How Remote Work Supports Rural Communities

Allowing federal employees to work from home can deepen government agencies’ understanding of communities’ needs and create economic opportunities for local residents.

March 5, 2025 - The Daily Yonder

Brown "Park Closed" sign on metal swing gate outdoors.

February Must-Reads: Top 10 Articles From Last Month

Federal policy changes send shock waves through agencies at all levels of government as we continue to monitor the effects of the new administration’s slash-and-burn approach to government.

March 4, 2025 - Diana Ionescu

White Waymo self-driving taxi on street in downtown San Francisco, California with glass high-rise in background.

NHTSA Cuts Could Make Roads More Dangerous

The agency is losing almost half of the team that oversees autonomous vehicle safety, among dozens of other key personnel.

February 24, 2025 - The Washington Post

Front entrance of U.S. Department of Transportation office in Washington D.C.

Preserving Essential Information in an Uncertain World

The new U.S. federal administration may eliminate useful information sources. Planners should download and preserve key documents and datasets.

January 24, 2025 - Todd Litman

Securities and Exchange Commission office in Washington, D.C.

Office Vacancies at Federal Agencies as High as 75 Percent

Many federal agencies are sitting on underutilized buildings, causing a congressional committee to call into question the need for so much real estate.

October 11, 2023 - Smart Cities Dive

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.

Associate/Senior Planner

Gallatin County Department of Planning & Community Development

Senior Planner

Heyer Gruel & Associates PA

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