Transportation
Addressing a Bus Driver Shortage in San Francisco
The ongoing quest to fix Muni enters a new chapter, after a driver shortage impacted bus service earlier this year.
Dynamic Parking Prices Coming to Milwaukee
One of the key elements of progressive parking policy, as recommended by Donald Shoup, is on the way to the on-street parking meters in the city of Milwaukee.
Local Concern Grows Over Maryland's Plans to Widen Interstates
Montgomery County officials are concerned about the details of a massive $9 billion public-private partnership that would widen three highways in Maryland with the support of Governor Larry Hogan.
Federal Grants to Leverage Public-Private Partnerships for Faster Project Delivery
The Pilot Program for Expedited Project Delivery reflects the Trump Administration's approach to public transit investments.
New Hope for the Abandoned I-5 Bridge Project Between Oregon and Washington
The mayor of Vancouver, Washington is leading a goodwill campaign in the hopes of launching work on a new bridge over the Columbia River, after Washington abandoned Oregon on the project in 2013.
'100-Year Decision': First Approval for Train Route to S.F.'s Salesforce Transit Center
John Rahaim, director of the San Francisco Planning Department, calls the decision to route Caltrain to the newly opened Salesforce Transit center a "100-year decision."
'Sustainable DC' Plan Moving Forward
Washington, D.C. is seeking public comment on the "Sustainable DC 2.0" plan.
Survey Gives Atlantans a Voice on Future Transit Projects
Survey says...More MARTA.
New Bus Rapid Transit Line Proposed for L.A.'s San Fernando Valley
Measure M, approved by L.A. County voters in 2016, is enabling a slew of transit projects in the San Fernando Valley.
With Transit Signal Priority Back On, Streetcars Moving Faster in Toronto
A pilot project in downtown Toronto shows improvements in travel times after the signal priority system is reactivated.
Homeland Security Grants Aim to Harden Transit
Amtrak and a range of big city transit agencies have received federal grants to upgrade their security in the face of terrorism.
Final Piece of Eisenhower's Interstate System Complete
It's been over 60 years, but at long last a missing stretch of I-95 between New Jersey and Pennsylvania has been completed. Meanwhile, disrepair threatens the rest of the system.
Weekly Scooter Media Brief: September 3–11
The news and opinions are filling newspapers and websites faster than electric scooters are filling sidewalks.
I-405 Widening Ready to Launch Outside Seattle
A major road-widening project will begin construction next year. The project is a long time coming for a fast-growing region, but the final product will reflect a new approach to highway funding.
Detroit Bikeshare Pilots Partnership With Lyft
The six-month pilot will offer discounts on Lyft rides that begin or end at a bikeshare station.
Vote on Central Portland's Transportation Future
Portland, OR is asking residents to help prioritize its "wishlist" of transportation projects for the growing Central City area.
San Jose BART Extension Facing More Delays
Service on a long-awaited BART extension to the Berryessa district in San Jose may be delayed again due to equipment problems.
Ten Years of Highway Trust Fund Insolvency
Earlier this month marked the ten-year anniversary of an event that lives in infamy in the annals of the federal government.
7 Transformational Ideas for D.C. Bus Service
David Alpert and DW Rowlands of Greater Greater Washington share their hopes for a planned review of D.C.'s bus system.
A New 'Strategic Plan for Transportation' for Detroit
Detroit is working to change almost every layer of the city's transportation experience.
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.
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
