African American Cultural and Artistic Heritage Recognized in Overtown, Miami Streetscape Redevelopment

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

 Nestled between downtown Miami and the civic center, Overtown was once the thriving hub of greater Miami’s Black community.  The importance of Overtown’s historic significance  is now being recognized through welcome restoration of buildings and streetscape enhancements consistent with it’s African American heritage in the two-block area designated as The Overtown Historic Village. The concept was [...]

City of Boston Invests More Than $100 Million to Dramatically Transform Bus Service

Friday, October 9th, 2009

  “With smart, strategic use of federal recovery funds we can bring rapid transit to some of Boston’s busiest bus routes, connecting key neighborhoods and delivering reliable service for tens of thousands of commuters who rely on the MBTA,” said Governor Patrick. “Improving and expanding our transportation infrastructure is critically important to our economy,” said Lieutenant Governor Timothy [...]

New York – A comprehensive urban redevelopment and alternative transportation strategy focused in equal parts on pedestrians, cyclists and buses

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

On Earth Day 2007 Mayor Bloomberg announced his comprehensive sustainability plan or PLANYC  “… the most sweeping plan to enhance New York’s urban environment in the city’s modern history.  The combined impact of this plan will not only help ensure a higher quality of life for generations of New Yorkers to come; it will also [...]