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.
Underestimating The Costs Of Military Base Cleanups
As the military prepares to close more bases, communities find that cleaning up former military bases is turning out to be a very expensive proposition.
Massive New Port Proposed For Baja
As demand for West Coast ports explodes, a $1-billion port is proposed for an area of deserted seaside farmland south of Tijuana, Mexico.
San Diego's Use Of Redevelopment
Revitalization is underway in neighborhoods as San Diego emerges from political controversy.
Historic Tax Credit Quantified
A new study quantifies a substantial return on historic tax credits in Rhode Island.
Vermont Town Wants Big Boxes
Voters in Bennington, Vermont reject a cap on retail store size.