Activity Ban

The most affluent majority African American county in the U.S. recently passed legislation to ban a certain activity in all of its public housing facilities. What state was the first to ban this activity in its public housing facilities statewide? … Continue reading →

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At this fall's Federal Policy & Program Briefing, September 30–October 2 in Washington you'll get an inside-the-Beltway perspective on the federal budget, fiscal policy, the economy, transportation, and housing policy — and what it all means for your community. CM

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August/September Planning

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The August/September issue of Planning explores "Rural Challenges, Rural Choices." Learn about a 20-year water war between Florida and Georgia, the embrace of family farms by exurban areas, an ambitious plan for Quebec's northern territory, pipeline safety, and three rural places surviving in spite of the down economy. APA members may read the entire issue online. Everyone is invited to read this month's featured article, an excerpt from Lasting Value, about efforts to save rural places.

New Publications from APA

Planning and Broadband

Planning and Broadband

Building the local economy. Protecting neighborhoods. Modeling smart growth. Tracking climate conditions. All rely on a backbone of broadband infrastructure. But are communities getting on the broadband bandwagon? APA's new PAS Report shows how high-speed Internet access can boost job creation, reduce demand for electricity, spark civic participation, even respond to climate change. Find ways to close the digital divide in your own backyard.

In Motion

In Motion: The Experience of Travel

The author of The Experience of Place returned to planning themes with In Motion: The Experience of Travel, now in paperback from APA Planners Press. Tony Hiss explores "Deep Travel" — open-sesame moments that can happen whether you're on a trek through the Khyber Pass or a trip to the mailbox. This intriguing book opens new paths of understanding for urban and regional planners, architects and landscape architects, and everyone else involved in creating transportation systems and public spaces.