Rethinking Public Engagement: From Planner Jargon to Lived Experience
A critique of traditional urban planning surveys highlights the need to ask residents about their experiences rather than technical planning questions, advocating…
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Clara Whitfield
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Amtrak Faces Widespread Disruptions Amidst Severe Northeast Heatwave
A significant heatwave has led Amtrak to cancel numerous services across the Northeast US, highlighting the vulnerability of rail infrastructure to extreme…
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World Cup 2026 Stadiums Ranked: Vancouver and Seattle Lead the Pack for Urbanism
A new ranking by CityNerd highlights the urban planning success of Vancouver and Seattle in hosting World Cup 2026 matches, contrasting with…
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Chicago Unveils Comprehensive Complete Streets Design Guide
The Chicago Department of Transportation has released its new Complete Streets guidelines, aiming to improve safety and usability for all road users,…
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Seattle Housing Accelerator Proposal Stalled Amidst Stakeholder Concerns
A pilot program aimed at temporarily reducing builder fees to boost housing starts in Seattle has been put on hold after a…
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Oregon Council Proposes $650 Million “Prosperity Council” Fund Amidst Economic Concerns
A newly released report by Oregon's Prosperity Council outlines a significant funding initiative, sparking debate over its potential impact on economic factors.
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San Francisco’s Event Street Closures Jeopardise Cyclists Without Adequate Detours
A commentary piece highlights San Francisco's recurring failure to provide safe bike lane detours during street closures for events and construction, putting…
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San Diego Establishes $8.5 Million Fund for Affordable Housing Preservation
The San Diego City Council has approved a new $8.5 million fund aimed at preserving existing affordable housing units and preventing them…
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Joby and Toyota Forge Electric Air Taxi Venture
Aerospace firm Joby Aviation and automotive giant Toyota have established a joint venture to accelerate the production and certification of Joby's electric…
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US Court Rules Against HUD’s ‘Rapid Overhaul’ of Homeless Funding Rules
A US federal judge has ruled that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) improperly changed rules for allocating funds to…
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