Illinois
Congress To Look At Chicago's Olympic Bid And Transit Needs
At a time when funding is a major concern, a congressional hearing later this month will look at the transportation needs of Chicago as it tries to win hosting duties for the 2016 Olympics.
Chicago Launches Pay-By-Phone Parking Meters
The new program allows motorist to add time to their parking meter by dialing a toll free number.
Looking For Creative Solutions To Chicago's Congestion
Congestion problems are becoming more acute in Chicago, and local planners and policymakers are urging the city to get creative in the way they address the issues.
Chicago Transit Authority Blasted For Derailment As Fare Hikes Loom
The report couldn't have come at a worse time, as Chicago prepares for fare hikes and transit cuts to make up for budget shortfalls.
Historic Preservation Meets American Idol
A high-profile advertising campaign/contest is looking to bank on the coolness of historic preservation by inviting Chicago residents to vote for their favorite crumbling landmarks. The winner of the contest will receive $1 million in rehab funds.
Chicago's Northwest Suburbs Working To Promote TODs
Leaders of suburban cities and villages in northeastern Illinois are coming together to promote transit oriented development around commuter rail lines leading into Chicago.
Chicago Transit Authority Plans For Possible Budget Shortfall
Facing the prospect of not receiving crucial state funding, the Chicago Transit Authority has released a "doomsday" plan to guide the system's reaction to the budget shortfall. Some services would have to be cut, but not as many as expected earlier.
Chicago Misses Out On Congestion Pricing Funding
Though officials proposed several promising schemes, a lack of quickly executable plans knocked the region from contention for federal funds.
Controversy Over Public Housing Rehab In Chicago
Chicago has plans to replace more than 50 high-rise public housing buildings, a renovation project that is expected to cost more than $1 billion. The plan has elicited criticism from housing advocates who argue that many residents will be displaced.
Suburb And City Battle Over Airport Expansion
With expansion of nearby O'Hare Airport planned and moving forward, the suburban Chicago community of Bensenville is being slowly drained of residents and buildings to make way for the project. But some residents aren't going without a fight.
From Parking To Parks
The city of Chicago has leased four parking garages to generate more than $122 million for improvements to the city's parks.
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.
Creating Market Incentives For Wetlands Restoration
By creating market incentives for wetlands restoration, the Wetlands Initiative project aims to clean water, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce greenhouse gases.
Is Regulating Housing Facades A Civil Rights Issue?
Several communities have used ordinances to favor masonry over vinyl siding, but the practice is being challenged by a lawsuit arguing that the added cost prices out low-income minorities.
Chicago's Green Plans Falling Short
Despite big plans to make the city a national example for environmental friendliness, some say Chicago Mayor Richard Daley's measures have failed to produce the intended results.
What Toronto Could Learn From Chicago
Margaret Wente lists Chicago's strengths and criticizes Toronto's mayor for the city's problems.
Big Box Stores Fuel Chicago Retail Boom
Despite efforts to limit big box retailers in the city, Chicago is riding a new wave of retail spending at the likes of Target and Wal-Mart -- though smaller local retailers are also sharing in the boom.
Affordable Housing Planned For Depressed Suburb
In the depressed Chicago suburb of Robbins, developers have joined forces to provide 800 affordably-priced houses over the next 5 years.
Pedestrians And Bicyclists Vie For Sidewalk Space
Chicago officials are renewing an ordinance to discourage cyclists from riding on some of the city's sidewalks, while bike advocates argue the city isn't doing enough to make the streets safe for both pedestrians and bike riders.
Two Titans For Evanston?
The Chicago suburb of Evanston, Illinois is considering two competing proposals for new skyscrapers in its downtown.
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.
New York City School Construction Authority
Village of Glen Ellyn
Central Transportation Planning Staff/Boston Region MPO
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
