Place Management

Technological Advancement, the Urban-Rural Divide and Bridging the Differential Interests of American Citizens | The Urban Lens Newsletter

Submitted by Bill Bowen on January 27, 2024 - 07:17

Any complete explanation for why the American citizenry is so divided would have to include a combination of factors like economic inequality, media Influence, mistrust in institutions, urban and rural interests, globalization, and technological advances.

City Futures 2024 - Smarter, Greener, and Inclusive? | JOHN TIBBITT from Policies for Places

Submitted by John Tibbitt on January 8, 2024 - 13:43

New Year is the time when both individuals and governments declare new goals and ambitions. Remarkably, 2024 will be a record year for elections with over 50 scheduled presidential, government and regional elections in countries around the world including many in its largest democracies. Electors in the US, the UK, the EU, and many Asian countries including India and the Philippines have the chance to set new directions for their nations.

How to Best Facilitate a Successful Urban Environment | The Urban Lens Newsletter

Submitted by Bill Bowen on January 1, 2024 - 15:27

Robert Puentes best said it in his article in January 2015, originally published in the Washington Examiner and subsequently published in Brookings (2023) Rotten Roads, Bum Economy:

Policies for Places - 1 Year on

Submitted by John Tibbitt on December 18, 2023 - 12:21

I have been writing Policies for Places now for just about 1 year. It began as a ‘twixmas’ activity at the end of December 2022. Since then I have posted some 25 pieces on a range of topics of current relevance to making better places. In doing so I have been much encouraged by the steadily growing number of you who have read these and have found them interesting enough to subscribe.

Empowering Urban Sustainability: The Role of Microgrids in Modern Urban Systems | The Urban Lens Newsletter

Submitted by Bill Bowen on December 6, 2023 - 10:10

It’s been interesting and informative to observe the so-far-unsuccessful local efforts to develop a microgrid in the Cleveland area over the past several years. Here is some of what I’ve learned and come to understand about the project.

Commercializing Ritual and Tradition - the Phenomenon of Christmas Markets | JOHN TIBBITT from Policies for Places

Submitted by John Tibbitt on December 6, 2023 - 09:56

As I write there are at least 50 Christmas Markets underway in towns and cities across the UK, and many more in Europe and around the globe. They bring thousands of visitors, provide a boost to the tourist and hospitality industries and to local economies. They seem to attract impressive visitor numbers and to be popular among residents, but what we know about their economic and social impact beyond the basic statistics of estimated visitor numbers, additional spending and jobs created is limited so let’s explore this phenomenon a little more.

The Long-Term Perspective on the Quality of Urban Life

Submitted by Bob Gleeson on November 30, 2023 - 18:40

Something about the onset of winter prompts me to take a long-term perspective when thinking about problems.

Living in the northern hemisphere, winter brings the end of the calendar year, which of course leads us to reflect back at least twelve months to assess recent events. Whether we like to admit it or not, we all keep our own annual scorecards.

The Rise and Fall of Islamic Learning Cities | A Leverhulme lecture from Professor Nematollah Azizi

Submitted by Maurice Macartney on November 28, 2023 - 21:52

Start: Dec 13 2023 19:00

End: Dec 13 2023 20:30

Timezone: Europe/Belfast

*** HYBRID EVENT ***

Queen's University Belfast

Belfast

United Kingdom

Throughout Islamic history, various cities have served as flourishing centres of learning, contributing significantly to intellectual, scientific, and cultural advancements. While the historical periods of peak intellectual activity may have passed and traditional centres of Islamic learning faced challenges and declines, efforts are ongoing to revitalize and preserve the rich intellectual heritage of these cities.

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The Dilemma of Meritocratic Governance in American Cities | The Urban Lens Newsletter

Submitted by Bill Bowen on November 23, 2023 - 21:19

The idea of meritocracy, in which individuals are selected, rewarded and succeed based on their abilities, skills, and achievements, is deeply embedded in the American ethos.

Building a 'smart countryside' | JOHN TIBBITT from Policies for Places

Submitted by John Tibbitt on November 23, 2023 - 12:16

Rural areas are frequently seen as relatively sparce environments for economic development, characterized by fewer resources and institutions, less economic diversity and poorer access to markets, finance and government support programmes than larger towns and cities. However digital access beyond the locality combined with cohesive community-driven action planning opens up new possibilities for economically and sustainable rural communities. Community groups and businesses can capture local opportunities of a ‘smart countryside’.