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fromGothamist
3 days ago

Sunset Park residents call for improvements on a deadly stretch of Third Avenue

A street redesign approved by the local community board in 2024 would add protected bike lanes and reduce traffic on the street; however, implementation has stalled under Mayor Eric Adams' administration.
NYC politics
#economic-development
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

San Jose approves digital billboards at four downtown sites

San Jose's city leaders approved digital billboards downtown, a move that promises economic benefits but faces significant resident opposition.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

San Jose approves digital billboards at four downtown sites

San Jose's city leaders approved digital billboards downtown, a move that promises economic benefits but faces significant resident opposition.
fromwww.archdaily.com
5 days ago

Round About Baths / Leopold Banchini Architects

The concept of roundabouts often represents endless movement, emphasizing how cars interact with urban spaces while seeking purpose in their circular paths.
Cars
#transportation
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

For Once, Good News About the B.Q.E.

Hidden sensors have reduced the number of overweight trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway by 60%.
City officials see this as a model for protecting transportation infrastructure.
fromAeon
2 months ago
philosophy

What a history of underground parking reveals about postwar policy | Aeon Essays

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

City could explore a bridge, tunnel or even a gondola to get more visitors to Toronto islands | CBC News

NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

For Once, Good News About the B.Q.E.

Hidden sensors have reduced the number of overweight trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway by 60%.
City officials see this as a model for protecting transportation infrastructure.
fromAeon
2 months ago
philosophy

What a history of underground parking reveals about postwar policy | Aeon Essays

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

City could explore a bridge, tunnel or even a gondola to get more visitors to Toronto islands | CBC News

#toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

City $18B short in plan to repair infrastructure over next decade, but progress made, staff say | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Bus-only lanes might be coming to Toronto, but residents and city councillors are torn about it | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Protesters, counter-protesters face off outside Toronto city hall over bike lanes, proposed shelters | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

City $18B short in plan to repair infrastructure over next decade, but progress made, staff say | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Bus-only lanes might be coming to Toronto, but residents and city councillors are torn about it | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Protesters, counter-protesters face off outside Toronto city hall over bike lanes, proposed shelters | CBC News

#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 months ago

Supervisor Walton bristles at Lurie's plan to expand Bayview shelter to '200-plus' beds

Mayor Lurie's plan to expand a Bayview homeless shelter faces criticism for inequity in shelter distribution across San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 months ago

Supervisor Walton bristles at Lurie's plan to expand Bayview shelter to '200-plus' beds

Mayor Lurie's plan to expand a Bayview homeless shelter faces criticism for inequity in shelter distribution across San Francisco.
#urban-transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms Monday: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms Monday: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Albany leaders consider budget stabilizing measures as revenue falls short

The city has been experiencing a structural deficit, projected to peak at nearly $2 million in 2029 or $6 million in 2035 due to growing pension liabilities and unfunded capital projects.
Miscellaneous
#public-health
Environment
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Environmental Noise: Improving Urban Soundscapes for Well-Being

Urban noise poses significant health risks, requiring effective design solutions.
Environment
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Environmental Noise: Improving Urban Soundscapes for Well-Being

Urban noise poses significant health risks, requiring effective design solutions.
#urban-design
UX design
fromFast Company
2 months ago

AI studied Hong Kong's streets. Here's what it learned about making cities more walkable

Urban design elements significantly influence walkability, particularly for older adults.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.
UX design
fromFast Company
2 months ago

AI studied Hong Kong's streets. Here's what it learned about making cities more walkable

Urban design elements significantly influence walkability, particularly for older adults.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.
#urban-development
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Los Angeles launches effort to encourage starter homes on city-owned vacant lots

Los Angeles launches an initiative to create affordable starter homes on small lots to encourage housing development without overwhelming the city.
London
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

The City of London's biggest ever open space is coming to St Paul's

Construction to enhance pedestrian and cyclist access at St Paul's Gyratory begins next month, creating the largest open space in the City of London.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
2 months ago

New 72-story tower eyed to replace city-owned 'eyesore' in Brooklyn

The Adams administration plans a 72-story housing project at 395 Flatbush Ave., aiming to provide 1,200 new housing units, including affordable ones.
London politics
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

This new image shows the future skyline of the City of London - after 9 planned skyscrapers have been built

The City of London is expanding with nine new skyscrapers planned or under construction.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Los Angeles launches effort to encourage starter homes on city-owned vacant lots

Los Angeles launches an initiative to create affordable starter homes on small lots to encourage housing development without overwhelming the city.
London
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

The City of London's biggest ever open space is coming to St Paul's

Construction to enhance pedestrian and cyclist access at St Paul's Gyratory begins next month, creating the largest open space in the City of London.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
2 months ago

New 72-story tower eyed to replace city-owned 'eyesore' in Brooklyn

The Adams administration plans a 72-story housing project at 395 Flatbush Ave., aiming to provide 1,200 new housing units, including affordable ones.
London politics
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

This new image shows the future skyline of the City of London - after 9 planned skyscrapers have been built

The City of London is expanding with nine new skyscrapers planned or under construction.
#community-health
London startup
fromSmart Cities Dive
1 month ago

[Podcast] Key trends in urban mobility transformation

Rising remote work is transforming urban mobility and workspaces.
Urban transportation challenges and opportunities are evolving with the introduction of electric vehicles.
Major events like the 2028 Olympics will significantly impact cities like LA.
#new-york-city
fromCity Limits
1 month ago
NYC politics

Opinion: NYC Panel Asks, Who Controls Land Use?

Proposal to create a Zoning Administrator to streamline land use approvals in NYC.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

Op-Ed | ULURP: Respecting the Role of the City Council | amNewYork

Early outreach to local city council members can mitigate risks in the lengthy ULURP process.
Understanding the roles of CPC and DCP is crucial for successful land use project approvals.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'An eyesore': California city can't shake its abandoned mall

In September 2010, General Growth Properties LLC decided to shutter the near-empty Redlands Mall and hand it off to a subsidiary, assuring residents it wouldn't be completely abandoned.
Mission District
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

CityPickle unveils big plans for pickleball courts at Brooklyn Bridge's Anchorage Plaza

CityPickle plans a temporary sports space at the Brooklyn Bridge's Anchorage Plaza featuring pickleball courts and community amenities.
#homeless-shelter
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Sheepshead Bay Locals Step Up Protests of Planned Shelter

Sheepshead Bay residents are actively protesting the city's plan to replace affordable housing with a homeless shelter.
Protests have united community members and local leaders against the proposed homeless shelter on Coyle Street.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Santa Clara isn't spending taxpayer money on World Cup upgrades - San Jose Spotlight

The games will be hosted across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Nearly all of the 11 U.S. host cities have spent or are planning to spend millions upgrading their stadiums and improving other infrastructure ahead of the games, but Santa Clara's Measure J from 20210 protects the city's general fund.
Soccer (FIFA)
#affordable-housing
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

The Daily Dirt: 5 Times Square could transform into 1,000-plus apartments

Plans to convert a 38-story office building into 1,250 housing units, with 25% designated as affordable, are underway.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

San Jose approves hundreds of affordable homes at historic site - San Jose Spotlight

The Gateway Tower development in San Jose will provide 220 affordable apartments after nearly a decade of planning, despite historical preservation challenges.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

The Daily Dirt: 5 Times Square could transform into 1,000-plus apartments

Plans to convert a 38-story office building into 1,250 housing units, with 25% designated as affordable, are underway.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

San Jose approves hundreds of affordable homes at historic site - San Jose Spotlight

The Gateway Tower development in San Jose will provide 220 affordable apartments after nearly a decade of planning, despite historical preservation challenges.
frompennlive
2 months ago

Harrisburg suffers Second Street hangover as Lancaster reaches new heights

"By 2014, Lancaster was a city transformed... bringing in a steady stream of visitors. This fueled restaurants, art galleries, bars and coffee shops."
London
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Speed limits to be cut in 'many' more London streets as TfL funds new cycle and bus lanes and e-bike bays

Investment of £87.6 million in safer streets, enhancing cycle lanes and pedestrian safety across London, although some boroughs receive no funding.
UX design
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Designing Inclusive Cities: The Role of Universal Design in Creating Accessible Urban Atmospheres

Urbanization trends necessitate inclusive city design to address diverse demographic needs.
#public-safety
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Cupertino: Mayor talks housing, budget challenges in State of the City address

The new housing developments in Cupertino have sparked concerns from Mayor Liang Chao about potentially losing the city's vibrant commercial areas amidst ongoing housing projects.
SF politics
SF politics
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago

Bond task force votes to roll climate-related projects into 2026 election - Austin Monitor

The advisory task force has chosen not to pursue a 2025 climate bond election, focusing on a 2026 general obligation bond instead.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago

A vibrant destination? Palo Alto dreams big on Cubberley - San Jose Spotlight

This time, however, city leaders have some reasons to feel optimistic.
SF politics
NYC politics
fromQNS
5 months ago

Flushing's Metropolitan Park casino proposal gets City Planning Commission green light - QNS

The City Planning Commission approves zoning modifications for the Metropolitan Park casino project adjacent to Citi Field in Flushing.
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