Now that spring is finally here, people are coming out of their musty winter caverns and enjoying pure, warm sunlight again, including venturing into the heart of their cities. Those who work in offices yearn for the outdoors, especially folks … Continue reading →
There’s much more to trail systems than their face value. For instance, grassroots advocacy organization Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has released research in October 2019 that found active transportation infrastructure, like trails, currently contributes more than $34.1 billion to the U.S. economy … Continue reading →
Ken Young, AICP, and director of community development, doesn’t use the word “boom” in regards to his city’s recent development but rather prefers to call it continued strong growth. “Several factors would be involved, of course,” said Young. “One of … Continue reading →
The economy is becoming more global as we speak, and a seminar in Gilbert, Ariz., late last year only drives that point further home. Gilbert’s Office of Economic Development, the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Gilbert Sister Cities sponsored the … Continue reading →
As housing shortages become more prevalent, cities and towns explore creative ways to address the situation. Some cities are doing this is by changing zoning laws in what is commonly known as upzoning or mixed zoning. The move to single-home-only … Continue reading →
When New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio issued a February 2020 executive order mandating the city would operate a fleet that was 100% electric by 2040, it marked the most recent in a series of announcements by major U.S. … Continue reading →
In cities across the United States, industries that were thriving decades ago are dying off and leaving large facilities unoccupied and unkempt. Eventually, developers or municipalities take it upon themselves to tear down old buildings and start anew. But in … Continue reading →
Brea, CA – March 2020 –State and local governments have taken unprecedented steps to stop the spread of COVID-19 by ordering the temporary closure of all non-essential businesses. Exceptions are Essential Services defined as those necessary to protect the health, … Continue reading →
In 2019, Pocatello, Idaho, joined a growing trend toward centralizing city vehicle and maintenance operations to increase efficiency and decrease costs. The new Pocatello Fleet Services Department opened its doors in a former heavy equipment dealership building Oct. 1, 2019, … Continue reading →
As more facts about carbon emissions’ affect on climate change become known and as fuel prices fluctuate, more municipalities are considering renewable sources of energy for city operations. One way some cities and towns are doing this is by the … Continue reading →
A reinforced concrete block wall, originally constructed 40 years ago for the Hiawassee Highlands, a single-family residential subdivision, showed rotation of instability that may impact the walking residents adjacent to a busy highway. The existing concrete block wall is positioned … Continue reading →
