So he’s a little foul-mouthed, maybe a little bitter too, but hits the nail on the head. James Howard Kunstler talks about planning, public space, and the American experience here http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/121

Make sure the kids are not in the room  

Here’s a great demonstration of the amount of space required for various modes of transportation.

The photos show: People in cars, people seated spaced as in cars, standing, on bicycles, on bicycles in one lane, as pedestrians on the sidewalk, and as seated on a bus.

I think this was done in the Netherlands, but I’m not sure. If you know, please comment.

One of my favorite components of the LivableStreets Initiative is all the great films they post on www.streetfilms.org. 

Of the many, you can find the top ten in terms of conveying the vision and ideals of the Livable Streets movement here: http://www.streetfilms.org/new-to-streetfilms-watch-these/

The purpose of this group is to create an open discussion on issues and ideas related to improving the public realm in the City of West Palm Beach. This includes all modes of transportation, public open space, parks, and the community and social issues that are affected by these topics. 

Please contribute in a positive and thoughtful manner.

Raphael