I Met My Wife On A Bike
Last weekend I married the love of my life… a love that never would have happened if I was driving
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Our Cities: Engines Of Fluidity, Impermanence & The Shared Environment
Our cities are appealing to a population that is favoring a shared and fluid lifestyle over a fixed one
Hospitals Are Not “Activators”
They keep us healthy, they employ our citizens, but don’t expect them to activate our cities
Handshake.City: From Empty Lot To Urban Activator
A container park in Utica turns an empty lot into a neighborhood activator
Popup Density
Summer festivals add temporary density, and congestion that incentivizes other modes of transit
Planning For The Urban/Suburban Paradox
Cities function better with fewer cars. But suburban visitors want automobile convenience.
“I Think I See The Entire City Differently”
An interview with two of Rochester’s newest cyclists
Finding A Better Way
With a little research, we can find the stress-free bike routes through our communities
Survey Shows Rails Still Rule… Kind Of
Small study shows that light rail is still the preferred form of mass transit
The Strong Sense Of Parking
A Rochester museum gets a $60 million upgrade, 43% of which is parking
We’re Getting There Rochester
Rochester’s downtown is alive, and the source of much debate… a clear sign that people are choosing city pride over indifference
Rochester Extends Parking Fees. Here’s Why That’s OK
This decision should be seen as a positive sign of projected growth in Rochester, not as a deterrent.
Ditch The Politics and Get Local
Every big problem is solved by starting at the smallest level. Every pointless political volley can be quieted by real world progress.
What The Hell Is An Urbanist?
Is an Urbanist someone who simply loves city life, or is it a deeper appreciation for the complexities of urban dynamics?
Word Of Mouth, Not Marketing, Creates Real Growth In Our Cities
Word Of Mouth Rather Than Bright Lights And Fancy Marketing Will Grow Our Cities The Right Way