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Project for Public Spaces Spotlights Michigan Placemaking Success Stories

The Project for Public Spaces featured Michigan's many Placemaking approaches that are helping citizens transform their public spaces into vital places that highlight local assets, spur rejuvenation, and serve common needs. Michigan's state government i… more »
News, Michigan –  Jan. 9, 2013



Retrofitting Suburb for Walkability Spurs Economic Development

Lancaster, California, is a model of municipal foresight, walkable urban design, excellent planning, and green ambition, according to Kaid Benfield of NRDC. Lancaster, one of seven winners of EPA's 2012 National Awards for Smart Growth Achievement, is a… more »
News, California –  Jan. 9, 2013



Shopping Mall Transformation Sweeping Nation

Shopping malls are undergoing a major transformation across the country. CBS News recently reported that while there are approximately 1500 enclosed malls in the U.S., only two new ones have been completed since 2009. Among existing enclosed malls, abou… more »
News, NATIONAL –  Jan. 9, 2013



Smart Growth Benefits ‘Winter Cities’

Big snowfalls and frigid temperatures illustrate how vulnerable car-dependent cities and suburbs can be when faced with disruptive winter weather patterns. A recent article in The Huffington Post discussed how walkable, transit-friendly cities tend to b… more »
News, NATIONAL –  Jan. 9, 2013



Federal Tax Deduction Increased for Mass Transit Commuters

Tax incentives have been boosted in 2013 for mass transit commuters. Those traveling by mass transit can now claim monthly tax deductions equal to the $240 a month that car commuters have traditionally claimed to offset parking costs. The equalized prov… more »
News, NATIONAL –  Jan. 9, 2013



El Paso Votes for "Quality of Life" Bonds

El Paso voters overwhelmingly supported $473 million in "quality of life" bonds in the November elections. One of the bond measures, worth about $240 million, will fund recreational parks throughout the city. Other activities funded include $10 million… more »
News, Texas –  Dec. 26, 2012



Philadelphia's Smart Growth Projects Featured

A recent article in Grist Magazine highlighted the many smart growth projects underway in Philadelphia, including the city's "Office of New Urban Mechanics," which is dedicated to city innovation and problem-solving. Other Philadelphia projects featured… more »
News, Pennsylvania –  Dec. 26, 2012



Housing Trend Moves Toward Multi-Family Homes

Between 1985 and 2010, about 60 percent of all houses built in California were single-family homes and 40 percent were multi-family, such as condominiums and apartment buildings. But from 2010 to 2035 Southern California planners project almost 70 perce… more »
News, California –  Dec. 26, 2012



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