Government / Politics
Stupid Ideas Cause Urban Disintegration
Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani wasn't afraid to identify stupid ideas that were causing the disintegration of New York City.
New Year Resolutions For Cities
This commentary by Bruce Katz outlines his New Year's resolutions for American cities.
A Southern CA City Comes Of Age
It's a small oil town of 9,300 residents, surrounded by a big city. All they want is their own zip code.
Farm Bill Appeals To Sprawl Foes
A farm bill has brought together two unlikely groups -- small farmers and environmentalists fighting sprawl.
Planner Sets Dallas' Political Urban Agenda
A report by Dallas urban planner Antonio Di Mambro sets the agenda for an endorsement of the city's next mayor.
When A Mayor Becomes A Developer
A local mayor in Texas ramrods his beachfront home development, despite state concerns over who owns the property.
Fastest Growing And Biggest States In US
Ten states with the most people account for over half of the US population. And the nation grew by 3.4 million people.
Gov. Bush's Bill To Link Classrooms And Development
Governor Jeb Bush is pushing a growth plan that considers availability of classrooms before approving development.
Fiscalization Stalks The 'Burbs
Officials and planners in Agoura Hills, CA, argue over the efficacy of big-box retail.
Central Florida Leaders Seek Solutions To Regional Challenges
Leaders from throughout Central Florida meet to develop long-term solutions for regional problems.
Mandatory Residential Wheelchair Access In So. CA?
Santa Monica, CA is considering mandatory wheelchair access for new homes and major remodels. This includes a no-step entry.
Philadelphia Tax Reform Breakthrough
A smart, feasible plan to end fifty years of suicidal tax structure.
CDC Sprawl Study May Be Fake
The Thoreau Institute charges that a recent study warning about the health dangers of living in the suburbs is fake.
California Governor Says Speed Up Enviromental Reviews
A $1.8-billion transportation project backlog has prompted Gov. Gray Davis to order state officials to speed up the environmental review process that often keeps freeway and transit projects on hold for years.
Do Federal Funds Better Support Cities Or Suburbs?
Federal funds do not support all parts of the metropolitan area in the same way. This paper examines effects of that spending on development in the Chicago metropolitan area.
Philadelphia Has Only One Problem
This opinion column argues that rich households are treated as an enemy of city policy rather than as something to be pursued.
Regional Issues May Get Boost From New NC Triangle Mayors
With a new lineup of mayors in the Triangle's four largest municipalities, observers cite a good chance for cooperation on regional issues.
Is Toronto's Smart Growth Council Up To The Task?
Greater Toronto, Canada, needs a strong body to tackle landuse and transportation issues. Is the so-called smart growth management up to the task?
Planning News From Washington D.C.
APA's biweekly update on legislative and public policy issues.
The World Trade Center's Surprising History
The history of the World Trade Center is a case study in why government should not be involved in private-sector development.
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.
City of Moreno Valley
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
City of Cambridge, Maryland
Newport County Development Council: Connect Greater Newport
