Posts tagged Canada
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National links: How phrases like “neighborhood character” can bolster structural racism
How do phrases like “neighborhood character” bolster structural racism? Transit has a role to play in racial justice. Street design is also important bike technology, and more in this week’s National links. Keep reading…
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National links: How open-plan offices will adapt during the coronavirus pandemic
Open-plan offices will have to readjust to survive during the pandemic. Cities adapt quickly to allow for social distancing. Nashville’s mayor proposes a property tax hike to weather the financial blow that came from the coronavirus. Keep reading…
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Experimental “advisory” bike lanes will give cyclists greater weight on Capitol Hill
DC will pilot new “advisory” bike lanes” on E Street SE in Capitol Hill. At first it sounds like this might be an April Fool’s joke. But these are a real kind of bike infrastructure that’s new to DC and will be tried here as an experiment. Keep reading…
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National links: Where transit projects are sprouting up in 2020
Transit projects abound across North America. Historic preservation councils are stopping solar panels from going up. A former airport transforms into a complete community, and more in this week’s National links. Keep reading…
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National links: Barcelona’s car-free “superblocks” boost health and well-being
Are superblocks the neighborhoods of the future? A Texas high-speed rail line project inches along. Ford’s new campus highlights walkability, and more in this week’s National Links. Keep reading…
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A city is only as accessible as its sidewalks. This map shows DC’s are often blocked.
The walk score of a neighborhood is important to many people. It can determine where you choose to live. However, what is not factored into the walkability score of a neighborhood is the actual condition of the sidewalks. Keep reading…
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National links: Are we at the end of the age of driving?
Cars have grown to outnumber people in the US over the past 100 years, but the automobile industry has been a heavy burden on society. Large and slow-moving storms can be deadlier in areas with sprawl. Can vacancy taxes bring down the costs of homes in some areas? Keep reading…
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National links: Legal issues around zoning may reach the Supreme Court
The issue of inclusionary zoning may make its way to the Surpreme Court. Seattle passes zoning reform law. Trump creates council to look at deregulating zoning. Keep reading…
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Nine Montgomery County officials agree to ditch their cars this week
This week, from June 10 to June 16, several Montgomery County elected officials and planning board members have pledged to leave their personal vehicles parked at home. These officials will put their pro-transit public positions to the test as they attempt to use public transit or active transport (foot, bicycle, scooter) to attend all work business and personal activities. Keep reading…
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National links: Wealthy Connecticut towns have a legacy of canceling affordable housing
Some wealthy Connecticut towns have been blocking multifamily housing for decades. Seattle and Minneapolis make small and big moves to address booming populations. The Quayside project, the city plan designed by Google, has critics saying the company is overreaching. Keep reading…