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Amid spike, federal transportation department launches initiative to curb traffic-related deaths

While stay-at-home orders might be a thing of the past, the pandemic’s impact is still felt...

Report: Some public employees face financial hardship; comprehensive pay packages proved ‘a pathway toward economic security’

Many who work in public service, in professions that center around helping others, are...

These 10 American cities are well prepared for a tech-based future

From smart devices to electric vehicles, the success of technological advancements rely on...

Report: Some public employees face financial hardship; comprehensive pay packages proved ‘a pathway toward economic security’

Many who work in public service, in professions that center around helping others, are themselves struggling to make ends meet and face financial hardship. Addressing these needs, the public employers they work for are well positioned to help them out, according to a report published Thursday by the MissionSquare Research Institute, “Examining the Financial Wellbeing […]

Report: With increasing popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters, there’s a need for ‘safe and connected infrastructure’

Electric scooters and e-bikes are rising in popularity. As transportation options diversify, local policymakers are beginning to integrate micromobility means as integral fixtures in transportation networks and climate action plans, given their health and climate benefits. But along with solutions, they’re also bringing with them a slew of hurdles. A report out of Oregon highlights […]

Shifting city demographics present an opportunity to build coalitions, address inequality

Minority-majority cities are driving American growth. New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago, for example, combined for an estimated 16% of the nation’s total gross domestic product in 2021—future projections anticipate a continuation of this trend, and an opportunity to create coalitions to address injustices. Between 2015 and 2020, 22% of U.S. cities were majority-minority, […]
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Report: While remote work is causing offices to empty out, walkable cities are still in high demand

Given the reliance on vehicular transportation in the United States, some American cities historically haven’t prioritized being walkable in past planning and or design. But amid an unprecedented shift in the economy toward remote work, those that have are increasingly desirable for prospective residents. A new report from Smart Growth American and Places Platform, “Foot Traffic […]
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Report: Prioritizing neighborhood infill, expanding transit options increases neighborhood resilience

With the threat of climate change looming, cities that prioritize neighborhood resilience and equity will be best equipped to withstand future challenges. Last week, the United States Conference of Mayors and the Wells Fargo Institute for Sustainable Finance released a report highlighting strategies for communities looking to address the impact of the climate crisis. “Mayors […]
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