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Transit Photo o’ The Day #001
The Yellow Line MAX LRV had just started to pull away when I took this. I grabbed this image almost by accident. I held the button down and managed to get three shots, which was also a pure accident. The image I have here I applied a basic exposure alteration and sharpened the image slightly. Nothing major though. Below this image I have the original posted so that a before and after can be seen.
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This is the unedited image. Click image for the larger sizes.
Fall of Canada’s Federal Govt. May be Good for Housing, Infrastructure
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
A constitutional crisis brewing in Canada may see the ruling Conservative Party defeated next week in favour of a coalition government. Their priorities may be more city-friendly.
New Rail Brings Opportunities and Fears to East L.A.
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
As rail expands into East L.A., residents are both excited about economic opportunities and worried about gentrification and the possible loss of the area’s distinct Latino character.
Roads or Police?
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
A bi-partisan PA bill with considerable support seeks to redirect funds from the Motor License Fund, paid by motorists, that currently go to the State Police to roads. The police budget would have to compete with other needs from the general fund.
Co-Housing Grows in Brooklyn
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
A group of Brooklyn residents has taken over an unfinished 40-unit development site and plans to create a co-housing community with a courtyard and 6,000 sq ft of common space for meals, work and play.
Dublin the Number of Taxis Was a Mistake
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
With thousands more licensed taxis than New York City, Dublin Ireland is facing a glut of idle cabs.
3 Plans to Rescue the Economy and the Earth with Public Transportation
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
Treehugger.com talks to Andy Kunz of urbandesign.org, The Apollo Alliance, and Transportation for America about their proposals to move America forward with expanded public transportation initiatives.
Mumbai After Terrorist Attacks
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
As Mumbai recovers from the recent terrorist attacks, social worker Katia Savchuk reflects on how cities can be resilient to terrorism.
Architects Still Find Work in Latin America
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
A South American building boom can be credited for the steady demand for projects by American architecture firms.
Greener London Ahead
Planetizen - Urban Planning, Design and Development Network
The mayor of London has announced plans to make the city greener than ever. He stated that opportunities abounded not just for emissions reduction, but for green job creation as well.
