Government / Politics
Broken Detroit: Death Of A City Block
With this five-day series, The Detroit News launches a continuing examination of why Detroit has inadequate services, a shrinking population and vast tracts of abandoned or vacant property.
Planning Updates From Washington
APA's bi-weekly update on legislative and public policy issues of interest to planners.
L.A. Says Valley Secession Not Viable
In a rebuttal to LAFCO's study, L.A.'s report cites 5 major factors that would risk financial damage to L.A. and the Valley.
Slow Growth Movement At Odds With Cultural Shift
A booming immigrant population is presenting a challenge to the slow growth movement in the state.
Ethics In The Planning Workplace
When should planners speak up over objections of principle, and when should they simply follow orders?
Denial Of Land Use Plan For CA City
Santa Clarita has requested to widen its 'sphere of influence' outside its borders. LAFCO will probably deny the request.
Should Colorado Follow Oregon's Lead?
In this op-ed, Daniel G. Jennings calls for Colorado citizens to take planning into their own hands -- and to look to Oregon as an example of good citizen planning.
The Politics of Free-Market Environmentalism
The free-market approach to environmentalism is slowly winning supporters.
North Carolina Lawmakers Aren't Fond Of Smart Growth
So far this year, "smart growth" has gained little momentum in the legislature, and most growth-related legislation has been defeated, withdrawn or allowed to languish.
North County Needs A Voice In Regional Planning Debate
An editorial argues for North San Diego County's importance in regional planning as the Regional Government Efficiency Commission moves toward its state-mandated Aug. 11 deadline for recommending the best way to decide major housing, transit and land-use
Nine Things To Save Los Angeles
Los Angeles Time columnist Bill Boyarsky offers his list of nine things the new mayor should do to save L.A.
Legislative Planning Update
The American Planning Association publishes its regular update on legislative and public policy issues of interest to planners.
Are Cities Abusing The Power Of Eminent Domain?
In this op-ed, the author wonders if our forefather's definition of "public use" included casinos, auto plants, shopping malls and health clubs.
L.A.'s Unofficial State Of The City Address
A respected businessman gives a no-holds barred review of urban development in Los Angeles.
Jane Jacobs Warns: Big Canadian Cities Risk Death
At a gathering of mayors, renowed urbanist Jane Jacobs warned Canada risks the death of its biggest five hub-cities.
Supreme Court Rules On Houston Redistricting
At issue was a 1997 plan that created a large, primarily white district, while leaving several minority districts intact.
L.A.'s Mayoral Candidates Discuss Urban Planning
Los Angeles' planning department is considered to be 'weak' by many. Would L.A.'s mayoral candidates change anything?
Compassionate Conservatism And The Environment
Jim Motavalli reviews the Bush administration's environmental policies.
Michigan Republican Advocates Smart Land Use
Legislative package calls for a statewide effort to manage growth in Michigan.
Planning Updates From Washington
The APA's bi-weekly update on legislative and public policy issues of interest to planners and communities.
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
