Planning
Planning is an essential function of local and state government agencies, involving the strategic development of policies and initiatives that shape the growth and sustainability of communities. Effective planning covers a wide range of areas, including land use, transportation, and environmental impact, ensuring that development aligns with the region’s long-term goals. This directory offers articles on planning and related topics like Zoning, which explores the regulations that govern land use and development to create orderly and beneficial urban and rural environments.
As the redevelopment of Treasure Island begins, sustainability is the action word to describe how residential and commercial projects will move forward on this former naval air base in between SF and Oakland. Details on how artificial wetlands, water treatment and renewable energy are front and center
Your budget decisions can enhance developments and simultaneously reduce expenditures. Coincidentally, one-third of your budget is directly impacted by growth strategies. Details on how cities are moving forward in this area
Montevallo, AL, population just north of 6,000, is working with the local university to make its downtown area more consumer friendly. A major component of the program is the reduction of cars in the downtown promenade with a goal of promoting bike usage through a bike sharing program. Read on for details of this small community with big city vision
Researchers say a 30 percent canopy increase could cut extreme-heat hours by 64 percent and stormwater runoff by 58 percent
A voter-approved tax allowed Boulder County to provide grants to fund equipment, station upgrades and emergency vehicles
States like Georgia and Florida are increasing spending on security and staffing, while California and Pennsylvania look to cut costs
Tucson voters will decide in March if a half-cent rise for 10 years will provide more firefighters and police officers
Is anyone at the upper levels of government considering how the current round of federal government changes will impact public safety at the local level?
Participants in the discussion organized by the Minnesota Ambulance Association spoke on reimbursement, tax burdens and staffing
City and MBTA collaboration cuts transit delays with real-time signal priority
Violent crime against seniors in America has surged by 331% in the last decade, making safety a top priority for retirees; do you agree with the rankings?
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
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