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.
New LA Subway Extension Will Draw Tourists
Coalition of local tourism groups predict economic boon when three new Hollywood Red Line stations open June 24.
Jill Stewart Blasts Playa Vista
Vocal critic provides in-depth look at project's methane problem and blasts projects supporters.
Urban Growth Boundaries Supported in Ventura County
Overview of Ventura County's support for SOAR measure and smart growth development efforts.
Newhall Land Faces Water Shortage Problem
Massive 22,000-home development near Santa Clara River has only half of required water supply, judge rules.
Restoring Catalina to its Natural State
A report on Catalina Island Conservancy's efforts to restore Catalina’s ecosystem to its original state.