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Public Works - 2025 07 03

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How Will Mamdani Govern? His Earlier MTA Advocacy Gives Some Hints - Streetsblog New York City

Zohran Mamdani has faced questions about his experience at every step of his upset bid for mayor — but not from transit advocates.

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Land for housing and slum transformation

Access to adequate housing and sustainable urban development is a fundamental driver of social equity and economic growth. However, many cities in the Arab region face challenges such as urban sprawl, informal settlements, and inadequate housing, exacerbated by rapid urbanization, population growth, and displacement. Addressing these issues requires innovative land governance solutions, urban planning strategies, and the use of modern technologies to transform slums and create inclusive, livable cities. Strengthening land administration systems and adopting environmentally sustainable approaches are critical steps toward ensuring equitable urban development. This session will explore transformative solutions for land management and housing, focusing on innovative practices and case studies from the region. It will feature an analysis of land administration reforms and urban area redevelopment efforts in Djibouti, showcasing how policy and planning can revitalize urban spaces. The session will also delve into the importance of geographic information systems (GIS) in population and housing censuses, emphasizing their role in enhancing environmental statistics and urban planning. A case study from Muscat, Oman, will examine how land distribution laws have contributed to urban sprawl, offering insights into legislative approaches for managing growth more effectively. Additionally, the session will explore spatial planning and land management strategies tailored for protracted displacement in dryland regions, highlighting the role of nature-based solutions in addressing the unique challenges of these areas. Through these discussions, the session aims to provide practical insights into integrating land governance, spatial planning, and innovative technologies to support housing access, transform informal settlements, and promote sustainable urban development across the region.

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Canada: The State of Urban Rail, 2025

A roundup of the networks and expansion projects.

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E-Bike Laws In Your Province

Whether you’re at home, work, or on holiday this quick guide will tell you everything you need to know to keep your E-Bike safe & legal. Updated: Feb 8, 2024

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DOT Boss Defends Adams’s 'Vision Zero' Record As Agency Fights A Bike Lane in Court - Streetsblog New York City

Traffic fatalities are down and the DOT is taking a victory lap — even as it argues against a protected bike lane in court.

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San Francisco's Sunset Dunes Park poised to present 4th of July parade

The parade comes as controversy over the new, car-free park on the Great Highway continues.

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Diogo Jota dies aged 28: Live reaction to shocking tragedy as Liverpool star killed in car crash - European Football - EUCUP.COM

‘The club will look after them’

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Diogo Jota dies aged 28: Live reaction to shocking tragedy as Liverpool star killed in car crash - European Football - EUCUP.COM

‘The club will look after them’

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Owners behind 50-story tower in the Sunset file for bankruptcy

A controversial couple have been trying to redevelop the site blocks from Ocean Beach for years, pissing off both NIMBYs and YIMBYs. Now, they're filing for bankruptcy.

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Eligible CBRM residents will soon be able to ride the bus for free

Eligible Nova Scotians living in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality will soon be able to ride public transit for free.

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King County Advances K Line Designs for Eastside’s Next RapidRide » The Urbanist

# The adoption of a locally preferred alternative allows Metro to fully advance design work while seeking federal funding. Outstanding questions remain, including how bus priority will be added along ...

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The secret to good public policy is simplicity

We need to make good urbanism the path of least resistance.

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Mamdani’s Win Has Put Buses in the Spotlight. Should They Be Free?

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Capitol walkway backed by Gov. Polis is a ‘bridge to nowhere,’ key lawmaker says as project faces criticism

“This $29 million ‘art installation’ is financially irresponsible and completely tone-deaf,” said Rep. Tammy Story, who chairs the Capital Development Committee.

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Visibility Brigade Bridge Protest · Indivisible

Every Friday 4:30-6pm at the Stone School Rd (at Birch Holliw Dr) pedestrian bridge. Celebrate community and raise our collective voices in opposition to the cruelty, corruption and incompetence of th...

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Independence Rally · Indivisible

When: July 4th Where: Pedestrian bridge over I-696 East of Gratiot. Why: Our freedom is being tested. My goal- lots of American flags, positive signs; Freedom, Peace, Independence etc. We...

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Cops Experimenting on Bikers

Bike lanes are a gray area. Bikers are a gray area. Immigrants are also in a gray area. Law enforcement gets to experiment in these areas.

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Man hit by car, seriously injured in south Phoenix - United States

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man has serious injuries after being hit by a vehicle early Thursday morning in south Phoenix.

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Demo Will Make Way for 36-Unit Mixed-use on E. Lehigh Ave.

The Olde Richmond industrial building looks to be taking its next steps after years of uncertainty

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Mamdani’s Win Has Put Buses in the Spotlight. Should They Be Free?

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Caribou Coffee shuttered its shop on Rochester's Second Street Southwest amid construction

Amid the construction of Rochester’s Link Rapid Transit project on Second Street, a popular coffee shop in the Saint Marys Hospital neighborhood has gone as dark as a shot of espresso.

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Small Steps, Real Results: Scaling up Vision Zero

Join us on July 29 at 10am PT / 1pm ET for a webinar spotlighting how localities are using proven safety countermeasures, such as lowering speed limits, adding traffic calming measures, daylighting in...