Chris Stines is Planetizen's former Editor and the founder of Urban Insight, a leading digital agency. Chris has 25 years of experience in technology consulting and urban planning and has served as a consultant to public sector state, county, and local agencies, Fortune 500 private firms, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
L.A. Transit Agency Breakup?
The Los Angeles Valley MTA Transit Chief is trying to prove transit doesn't have to be part of secession. But bigger is not always better.
Maya Lin Discusses Ground Zero
Maya Lin, designer of the Vietnam Memorial, reluctantly offer her thoughts about Ground Zero.
Detroit Housing Commission To Be Independent
The Michigan Court of Appeals allows the Detroit Housing Commission to become an independent agency, thwarting City Council efforts to maintain oversight.
L.A. Secession Would Change Rent Control
Los Angeles rent control laws won't survive in the new Valley or Hollywood cities if they are successful in their bid for secession.
Ranchers Resist Sprawl In Colorado
Ranchers create a conservation agreement to form a massive 11,000-acre green belt and limit new development.