In tough economic times expectations remain high for cities to
provide quality public services and facilities, though resources
to fund desired projects are scarce. One strategy for
overcoming…
The state’s goals around reducing greenhouse gas emissions are based on a vision that concentrates growth in urban cores and utilizes transit. To meet these goals, cities must be able to make…
Pavement conditions are deteriorating throughout California, and
while the costs are high for even the most basic repair and
maintenance, the price tag for waiting is far higher, from both
an…
The Sustainable Communities Learning Network links nonprofit,
governmental, private sector and community organizations
statewide. It provides a way to share best practices and seek
information from…
While the past few years have presented major challenges for
cities, the events of 2012 included some bright spots as well.
This article presents an overview of the year’s legislative…
As the cost of installing solar photovoltaic systems on agency
facilities has declined over the past few years, local agencies
are considering the benefits. Asking the right questions can help
make…
Cities and counties throughout California are demonstrating
leadership in creating vibrant, healthy communities by adopting
policies and programs that support sustainability.
The city took an innovative tack in dealing with unpredictable
electricity rates and used a public-private partnership to train
workers for the green energy industry.
The continued expansion in core green industries, such as energy
generation and efficiency, recycling and waste, clean
transportation, water and wastewater, offers cause for guarded
optimism.
A new era of transportation planning has dawned in California as
metropolitan planning organizations throughout the state work to
comply with Senate Bill 375.