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HUD Investigation In Miami

Officials from Washington will decide if the City of Miami reneged on its deal to help fund a redevelopment plan.

December 3 - The Miami Herald

The Battle For Seattle's Waterfront

Fisheries and lumber mills are facing extinction as Puget Sound is being redeveloped for condominiums and offices with a view.

December 3 - Urban Land Magazine

The Case For Public Transit In Buffalo

Ed Deutschman can tell you why public transit makes sense in Buffalo. But is anyone listening?

December 3 - The Buffalo News

Traffic Headaches In South Tampa

Residents are working with the City to find traffic solutions for their community.

December 3 - The Tampa Tribune

Olympic Bid Could Provide Public Housing

Tampa Housing Authority Officials are looking to work with the Florida 2012 Olympic Committee to build new units.

December 2 - The Tampa Tribune


Washington D.C. To Aid With El Toro

In a meeting with county officials, Clinton aides promise to help in the transfer of the former base

December 2 - Orange County Register

Development Project Awards For Excellence

The Urban Land Institute has recognized 11 urban development projects across the US with a prestigious Award for Excellence.

December 2 - Urban Land Magazine


The New Yosemite National Park

Getting people out of their automobiles and into the natural beauty of the park is a goal of the restored park plans.

December 2 - The Los Angeles Times

Highway Project Aggravates Residents

Residents along U.S. 95 are looking for answers from the Nevada Department of Transportation.

December 2 - Las Vegas Sun

Transportation Outlook Dims

Washington area transportation agency announces region needs to increase spending by 50 percent.

December 2 - Air Resources Board, CalEPA

LA Regional Technology Scorecard

LA's regional technology alliance updates its ranking of Southern California's technology environment.

December 1 - Los Angeles Regional Technology Alliance

Underground Rumblings

The life and message of Roger Toussaint and how he plans to revive an ailing transit union.

December 1 - The Village Voice

Family Transportation Bill Is No Small Potatoes

"It costs more to feed your car than your family."

December 1 - The Philadelphia Inquirer

Changing Flow Of The Missouri Proposed

Officials propose changing the water flow of the Missouri river help endangered species re-igniting "one of the Midwest's nastiest environmental battles."

December 1 - The Washington Post

It's A Sprawl World After All...

Report says residents of Denver area spend 17 cents of each dollar on transportation costs

December 1 - The Rocky Mountain News

Tampa Factory Transforming Into Housing

A non-profit group is planning to renovate an abandoned cigar factory into new apartments.

December 1 - The Tampa Tribune

$150 Billion Action Plan To Ease Traffic congestion

User fees, gas taxes, license fees and auto-parts surcharges are all a part of the 20 year transportation vision for Seattle.

December 1 - Seattle Union Record

MTA Eastside Rail Controversy

A $20.8-million contract was approved by the MTA despite accusations of a conflict of interest against the winners.

December 1 - The Los Angeles Times

Study Finds Sprawl Drives Up Transportation Costs

Study titled "The Impact of Sprawl on Household Transportation Expenses" ranks U.S. cities by transportation costs and finds that sprawl drives up transportation costs. (Complete report)

December 1 - Transact

Las Vegas Beltway Growing

Officials are meeting with the public to discuss future designs as the newest section of the beltway opens.

December 1 - Las Vegas Sun

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Top Books

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Top Schools

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100 Most Influential Urbanists

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Urban Planning Creators You Should Know

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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.