In light of steep declines in transit ridership and municipal budgets as a result of COVID-19, transit providers are rapidly becoming more reactive and nimble in their offerings. This has included adjusting and reducing fixed route services to provide for […]

With support from the Kresge Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts, Smart Growth America is now accepting applications for Arts & Transportation Rapid Response, a new opportunity for cities looking to creatively and quickly address pandemic-related transportation challenges. Interested […]

EPISODE 5: NAVIGATING CITIES IN A PANDEMIC: HOW TO SAFELY MOVE PEOPLE AND GOODS What’s the safest way to move around people and goods during and after a pandemic? As we’re preparing for the COVID-19 rebuild, what questions should we grapple […]

Jennifer Aument, President of Transurban North America Jennifer Aument leads the development and operations of major toll roads in North America on behalf of Transurban – one of the largest infrastructure developers in the world and a market leader in private-private […]

A NEW SERIES Imagine a thriving, livable city that promotes responsible land use, takes advantage of renewable resources, and provides equitable opportunities for growth. Kansas City is ascending, but our current trajectory is not economically sustainable. What can we do […]

Cities have seen a dramatic increase in the volume of freight and deliveries moving on their streets. Online retailers and delivery companies have seen nearly a 50 percent jump in orders over the past two months. With more people shopping […]

Transit systems will face headwinds as a result of COVID-19, but the Better Bus Coalition’s big win at the ballot box shows that savvy, rider-focused advocacy can still prevail. Join Cam Hardy and TransitCenter Executive Director David Bragdon for a conversation about how transit advocates can build power and achieve major improvements for riders despite challenging political terrain.