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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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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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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Washington State Population Growth Slows as Seattle and Tacoma Lead Gains
New estimates show a significant deceleration in population growth across Washington state, with Seattle and Tacoma experiencing the largest numerical increases despite…
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The Urbanist Hosts Events on Soccer and Endorsements
Seattle-based urbanism publication The Urbanist is holding two key events in July: a soccer social on July 19th and their annual endorsement…
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California Cities to Benefit from Discounted AI Services Through State Partnership
California local governments are set to receive significant cost reductions on AI productivity tools as part of a new agreement between the…
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Cities Pilot Cross-Departmental Approaches to Tackle Health Inequities
A National League of Cities initiative is equipping local governments with tools and frameworks to foster collaboration and develop policies that promote…
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NYC Advances Electric Air Taxi Plans with Vertiport Preparations
New York City is preparing its existing heliports to accommodate electric air taxis, a move that requires significant upgrades to charging infrastructure…
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Oregon’s Tax Experiment: Prosperity Amidst Higher Levies Challenges Economic Orthodoxy
A new analysis of Oregon's economic performance following significant tax increases in 2010 suggests that higher taxes did not hinder, but rather…
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Urban Form and Its Surprising Connection to Romance
A new analysis explores how the physical layout and design of cities might influence social connections and romantic relationships.
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