Government / Politics
Orlando's Convention Center - Lavish Or Wasteful?
The county's expansion of its world class convention center came with a $750 million price tag. Was it worth it?
Bush Bans Park Expansions
The Bush administration has imposed a freeze on new proposals for expanding the U.S. national park system.
Florida's Growth Management Bill Gets Left Behind
The state's much-talked about growth management bill, which imposed new development standards in order to control growth, died during the legislative session's last hours despite heavy lobbying from the Governor's office.
Which U.S. Cities Grew And Why
This survey uses 2000 Census data to examine the clear patterns that describe which cities grew in the last decade and which did not.
Conflict Of Interest Rules Affect Land Use
New California conflict-of-interest rules went affect public officials who make land use decisions.
Developers Challenging Growth Measure
A North Livermore developer has filed suit to overturn a recent growth measure passed by voters in November.
Urban Sprawl Becomes Major Issue In Ohio
For nine candidates for the Columbus city council, sprawl has become one of the foremost issues.
Streamlining The Development Process
Commissioners in Hollywood, FL have approved changes that aim to allow developers to break ground sooner.
Increasing Ethnic Diversity In Nation's Largest Cities
Analysis of Census 2000 data reveals patterns behind the increasing diversity in large U.S. cities.
EPA Chief Faces Tough Challenges
Newsweek's Howard Fineman reviews the career of EPA head Christine Todd Whitman and the challenges she faces.
Oakland's Language Ordinance
The City of Oakland, California will require translation of public documents into languages spoken by 10,000 residents.
New Redistricting Software
New and affordable, yet powerful software is making it possible for citizens to offer alternative redistricting plans.
Sports Arenas And The Cities That Won't Pay For Them
Greater Orlando residents overwhelming reject the user of taxpayer funds for a $250 million arena.
Colorado's Secret Sprawl Control Bill
Colorado's efforts to create anti-sprawl legislation have been so contentious they have moved behind closed doors.
Ten Reasons The EPA Should Stay The Course
In a humorous "confidential memo", President Bush tells EPA Administrator Christine Todd Whitman what's bothering him.
Are PA Cities Working Together On Development Yet?
A forum at Temple-Ambler concluded it was still too early to tell whether a landmark law is making a difference.
Public Officials Of The Year Competition
Governing Magazine is accepting nominations for it's annual Public Officials of the Year award.
Plan To Curb Michigan Sprawl
Initiative aims to curb sprawl and protect Michigan's open space and water resources.
New Federal Grant Web Portal
The Federal Commons Web portal will provide a one-stop shop for federal grants.
Legislation For Smart Growth Planning
The House reintroduces a bill to help states practice smart growth planning.
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
