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Bush Administration Upholds Wetlands Regulation
The EPA has decided to leave in place a Clinton administration rule expanding protection to tens of thousands of acres of wetlands in the U.S.
When Growth Management Fails, Build New Towns
Growth management is only slowing the eventual demise of the modern city. Richard Carson proposes starting over.
Bush Keeps Clinton's Lead Discharge Rule
The Bush administration endorses a lead emissions regulation proposed by Bill Clinton that will require business to report lead emissions details.
The Changing Capital Needs Of Community Development
This article argues for the creation of a new form of capital to fit the emerging needs of multi-purpose, highly successful community development organizations.
Earth Day 2001 Goal: One Million Trees
American Forests, the country's oldest nonprofit conservation organization, has a goal to plant one million trees for Earth Day on April 22.
Reverse White Flight In The Southwest
In the U.S. Southwest, Anglos reversed "white flight" trends, and moved back into the city.
The Nation's Distinctive Destinations
For the second year, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has selected the Dozen Distinctive Destinations -- a list of the best preserved and unique communities in the U.S.
Facing The Reality of Global Warming
New York Times editorial criticizes President Bush's decisions regarding the environment and energy policies and calls on the government to reverse course.
Latest Car Technology Displayed At Auto Show
New York Auto Show exhibits include smart cars, electric cars, and cars with GPS navigation systems.
The Next Decade For Housing
The National Association of Home Builders publishes a report, "The Next Decade for Housing," which estimates that houses are getting larger.
Mass Transit Growth Exceeds Driving
More Americans are leaving the driving to someone else.
Bush Toughens Wetland Regulations
EPA regulations for activities that threaten wetlands will be tightened requiring builders to obtain permits.
Public Officials Of The Year Competition
Governing Magazine is accepting nominations for it's annual Public Officials of the Year award.
The New Suburbs
The suburbs of the last 50 years are growing into cities. A study analyzes the complex population and urban growth trends now transforming the nation.
Why Is Biodiversity Important?
A study demonstrates that biodiversity is important to maintaining the health of an ecosystem.
The South's New Megalopolis
According to the 2000 census, 11 million people live in the metro areas of the Piedmont megalopolis, dubbed Charlantingham.
Ten Best Cities For Real Estate Investment
Real estate magazine GlobeSt.com conducts a readers survey to find the top cities for real estate investment.
New Federal Grant Web Portal
The Federal Commons Web portal will provide a one-stop shop for federal grants.
Census 2000: U.S. Adds 33 Million
During the 1990s the U.S. saw its largest population increase in 10 years.
The Smallest County In The U.S.
According to results from the 2000 Census, the smallest U.S. county is Loving County, Texas, with 67 people.
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