Livability in the New River Valley
The New River Valley Planning District Commission in Radford, Virginia recently released Livability in the New River Valley, which examines local assets and trends and sets the stage for a future development plan for the region.
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Methods for Estimating the Environmental Health Impacts of SRTS Programs
In this new publication, Safe Routes to Schools explores the relationship between environmental health and school travel, the environmental health impacts of school travel, and the impact of school travel on local air quality and carbon dioxide emission… more »
The City After Abandonment
This new book presents urban design schemes for cities that have suffered downturns in population, laying out strategies that differ from those in growing cities. Included in the book is a chapter that assesses formulas for addressing vacancy and abando… more »
Healthy Planning: An Evaluation of Comprehensive and Sustainability Plans Addressing Public Health
The report from the American Planning Association analyzes 22 public health plans for their adequacy in addressing active living, emergency preparedness, environmental exposures, food and nutrition, health and human services, and social cohesion and men… more »
Walkable City—How Downtown Can Save America, One Step at a Time
The essence of livable urban areas is their walkability, according to this new book by author Jeff Speck. Making walkability happen is relatively easy and cheap; but seeing exactly what needs to be done is the trick. The book examines the inner workings… more »
Climate Change and Older Americans: State of the Science
Older adults will account for 20% of the US population by 2040. And older Americans are expected to be located in places that may be relatively more affected by climate change, including coastal zones and large metropolitan areas. This new report by EPA… more »
Complete Streets in a Box Toolkit
This new publication supports the adoption and implementation of Complete Streets policies by Connecticut municipalities. Toolkit resources explain the Complete Streets approach to integrating bicycling and pedestrian transit options through draft prese… more »
Guidance and Recommendations for Connecticut Municipal Zoning Regulations and Ordinances for Livestock
As urban agriculture increases in popularity, local officials are facing a need for livestock zoning in their communities. The American Farmland Trust recently produced this guide to help Connecticut municipal officials assess and develop zoning options… more »
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