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Summer Road Temperatures Test Tires In Phoenix

The casualty rate from tire-blowout related incidents peaks in the hottest months of summer in Phoenix, Arizona.

August 12, 2003 - The Arizona Republic

The Necessity And Cost Of Urban Revitalization

Reiscast interviews William Hudnut on the prospects of urban revitalization, based today's economic environment and demographic changes.

August 12, 2003 - REIS

Historic Neighborhood Status In Demand In Arizona

The perks of being deemed historic, such as huge property-tax breaks and increased property value attracts a burgeoning number of neighborhoods.

August 12, 2003 - The Arizona Republic

Sierra Club Opposes Leavitt For EPA Chief

The Sierra Club announced its opposition to the nomination of Governor Mike Leavitt for EPA Administrator because of his anti-environmental record as Governor of Utah.

August 12, 2003 - Sierra Club

Bush Nominates New EPA Chief

President Bush has selected Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt (R) to head the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency.

August 11, 2003 - The Washington Post

Segway Fine For Factories But Not For Cities

A famed inventor tests the Segway and, though impressed with the electric scooter, says that it is not suitable for sidewalks.

August 11, 2003 - BBC News

Aging Society Alters Transportation Landscape

America's aging population will exacerbate existing transportation problems while requiring new approaches to meet changing needs. Pushing beyond the stereotypes of elderly mobility, this analysis looks at a host of emerging issues and pro

August 11, 2003 - The Brookings Institution

Selling Out Public Spaces

Ralph Nader says that public space, universal community services and their historic traditions which bind our nation together are all under assault.

August 11, 2003 - Common Dreams

Top 10 Popular States For Retirees

Census Bureau report highlights some interesting trends about where retirees moving to.

August 11, 2003 - The Washington Post

Planning Is A Tool, Not A Goal

The thrust of contemporary urban planning might make sense if we were bees or ants. But we aren't, writes Wendell Cox.

August 11, 2003 - Heartland Institute

How Older Americans Will Get Around

A recent study shows that a majority of the population of Americans over age 65, will live in suburban settings and be increasingly dependent on cars to get around.

August 10, 2003 - The Boston Globe

Real-Time Bus Arrival Information Systems

A new TRP report on the state of the practice, capabilities, agencyexperience, cost, and bus rider reactions to real-time bus arrivalinformation systems.

August 10, 2003 - Transportation Research Board

Kansans Outraged At Pancake Study

Kansans are outraged at a research study that scientifically concludes that the state of Kansas is flatter than a pancake.

August 9, 2003 - The Kansas City Star

Venice Is Sinking And Flooding

With the imminent threat of increased flooding and erosion, some are wondering if Venice, Italy will be able to sustain itself as a habitable place.

August 8, 2003 - The Boston Globe

Restoring Wetlands In Iraq

Despite the continuing violence in southern Iraq, international efforts are being made to restore what were once the largest wetlands in the 'Middle East.'

August 8, 2003 - U.S. News And World Report

The U.S. Housing Market: Two Worlds In One Country

The nation's housing market has created two very different economies in one country.

August 8, 2003 - The New York Times

What Is Causing The Current Housing Crisis?

Is there really a housing crisis? If so, what can we do about it?

August 8, 2003 - Harvard University

A New Growth Strategy: 'Restorative Development'

What is restorative development? A way of thinking about growth that combines eight component industries that are fundamental to planning. Is this the next Big Thing?

August 8, 2003 - International City/County Management Association

The 'House Rich' And The 'Break-Evens'

Rapid housing appreciation on the coasts has helped buoy the economy, but in many parts of the country, housing appreciation barely keeps up with inflation.

August 8, 2003 - The New York Times

Government-Sponsored Urban Sprawl In Japan

In an effort to reduce costs, Japan introduces an odd set of incentives to reduce the number of the nation's 3,200 municipalities to 1,000.

August 7, 2003 - The Los Angeles Times

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.

Top Books

An annual review of books related to planning.

Top Schools

The definitive ranking of graduate planning programs.

100 Most Influential Urbanists

The who's who of urbanism, according to Planetizen readers.

Urban Planning Creators You Should Know

A short list of voices on social, video, and podcasting platforms.