Transportation
How To Get More Americans To Use Bicycles
In the U.S. regular cyclists are usually athletic men braving dangerous traffic. To get the rest of the population riding bicycles, the U.S. should look at successful solutions implemented around the world.
Manhattan Parking Spot Going For $225,000
Parking spaces in New York cost as much as $225,000 and could soon be going higher still, putting the cost for the prime spots above the price tag of the typical U.S. home price.
The Pedestrianization Of Rome
A historic section of streets and piazzas in Rome is being "pedestrianized", or altered so that it will be an area where the primary mode of transportation will be walking and private cars will not be allowed.
What Happened To The Electric Bus?
With interest in alternative vehicles growing, a historical look at the fate of one electric bus company 100 years ago.
The Battle Over San Francisco's Parking Policy
Developers and businesses opposed to the city's smart growth-friendly parking limits are fighting back with a proposed ballot measure to reinstate minimum parking requirements.
Southern California Planners Predict $100 Billion In Transportation Needs
With the population expected to surge to 60 million by 2050, most agree that the region needs major investment, though the sources of funding remain unclear.
Bike Sharing Experiment Launched In New York City
A pilot program is hoping to show the viability of bicycle-sharing programs popular in many European cities.
Politics And Assembly Report Appear To Doom NYC Congestion Plan
In a bizarre unfolding of political events in Albany, it appears that the London-style congestion pricing plan proposed by Mayor Bloomberg will be replaced by a simplified TDM approach including telecommuting incentives and funding for express buses.
Embracing Congestion May Save County Money
Facing a transportation funding shortage, a county supervisor in Washington has proposed letting some roadways get more crowded and congested to save the money that would have been spent to improve them -- money the county doesn't have.
Atlanta Transit Agency To Undertake Comprehensive Review
Having gone 25 years without a comprehensive review of all routes and operations, officials at MARTA -- metro Atlanta's transit system -- have decided that the time is finally right for an overhaul.
High-Speed Rail Operators Team Up Against Airlines
Operators of the emerging high-speed rail lines in Europe are joining forces to improve the way European travelers move around the region. Some hope the partnership could increase competition between rail and low-cost airlines.
The Rise of the Bike Kitchen
National ridership figures may be down, but grassroots collectives are thriving.
More Tourists Riding Transit Than Residents
A recent survey has revealed that more than 40% of the tourists planning to visit San Francisco this year will use public transit as their main mode of transportation -- a figure that outpaces the ridership of the city's residents.
Improving America's Passenger Rail System
Amtrak is experiencing growing ridership despite a dismal track record for service. A new measure being considered in the U.S. Senate could finally help bring the nation's passenger rail service into the 21st century.
Bogotá vs Curitiba
UCLA Professor Randall Crane blogs about his observations on the differences between Curitiba, Brazil and Bogotá, Colombia.
TOD Residents Still Driving
An investigation reveals that transit use remains low for residents of several Los Angeles-area transit-oriented housing developments.
Manhattanites Not Exempt Under Congestion Pricing Plan
In what may be a surprise to some, Manhattan residents who are also motorists will not be exempt from the planned congestion pricing fee.
Looking For New Sources Of Funding For Transit
As transit agencies in Chicago and other metro areas deal with major budget deficits, a recent report evaluates other possible revenue sources to fund public transportation.
Ken Livingstone's Advice For New York
The Mayor of London touts his congestion pricing regime, and suggests that New York and other cities could succeed with a carefully thought out plan.
Closing The 'Hummer Tax Loophole'
Members of Congress seek to close a loophole that enabled those buy gas-guzzling SUVs to claim a tax deduction of up to $25,000. Auto makers and dealers oppose the idea calling it a "tax increase".
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.
Gallatin County Department of Planning & Community Development
Heyer Gruel & Associates PA
JM Goldson LLC
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Jefferson Parish Government
Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Claremont
