Zoning once facilitated the age of the automobile; today we can use it to enhance public transit.
Posted — February 26, 2018
The MTA is preparing to replace the MetroCard with a new mobile- and smartcard-based system. Now imagine it could be used for any transportation option, anywhere in the region—even driverless cars.
Posted — February 26, 2018
Freight is a planning afterthought, leaving our streets clogged with heavy vehicles. Why not consolidate deliveries at a neighborhood level to free up some space?
Posted — February 26, 2018
The growing volume of freight traffic in New York City has ramifications for residents’ health and the environment. It is time to adopt electric fleets.
Posted — February 26, 2018
With automated vehicles on the horizon, it’s time to envision the cities that will accommodate them.
Posted — February 26, 2018
Traffic lights were originally conceived for horse carriages. We need to reinvent them for the age of autonomous vehicles.
Posted — February 26, 2018
New York City can become environmentally self-sufficient if we repurpose and rebalance city streets and use the subway to deliver goods across the five boroughs.
Posted — February 26, 2018
As electric cars and the sharing economy become increasingly widespread, we have an opportunity to create a comprehensive mobility concept for New York City.
Posted — February 26, 2018
Traditional transit cannot serve the complex needs of our cities today. Bike share can help us build a more connected and equitable future.
Posted — February 26, 2018
With the introduction of automated vehicles on the horizon, we have the chance to reclaim our roadways—unlocking space for green corridors, neighborhood connections, and new development.
Posted — October 18, 2017
By capping two blocks of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway trench in Williamsburg, we can provide verdant open space for the neighborhood and build the better future the community envisions.
Posted — October 18, 2017
With the introduction of a Transit Maintenance Assessment District, the true beneficiaries of rail transit—businesses and property owners—would pay their fair share.
Posted — September 21, 2017
Our historic subway stations are our most used public spaces. Partnering with the private sector will give them the innovation and investment they need to thrive.
Posted — September 21, 2017
Let’s transform New York’s subway stations into public realm destinations that inspire civic pride.
Posted — September 21, 2017
Quality public housing is critical to maintaining the city’s diversity. Value capture through rezoning is one way we can help preserve it.
Posted — August 10, 2017
