Sam is a Minneapolis-based urbanist and founder of Joe Urban, Inc., where he combines writing, real estate consulting, development, and lecturing around the United States and the world. His clients include development and planning organizations, affordable housing developers, cities, and non-profits, and his work has appeared in several real estate development and planning publications.
House Tax Reform Bill Would Devastate Affordable Housing
The House tax reform bill threats to drastically reduce the number of affordable housing units developed.
Questionable Progress in Los Angeles Traffic Safety
Despite enacting a Vision Zero policy in 2015, traffic fatalities continue to rise in Los Angeles
BART Carpoolers Get Guaranteed Parking
Park and Ride lots in the East Bay guarantee parking availability for carpooling commuters
Urban Development Continues in the Dallas Suburbs
Mixed-use development brings density and anxiety to suburban Dallas.
Challenges of Access to Low Wage Jobs in the Suburbs
Companies struggling to get employees to work are turning to a variety of transportation alternatives not traditionally covered by transit agencies.