CNU Salons
Big Dig West Conversation Ratchets Up
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Thu, 03/24/2011 - 11:09amThe Battle in Seattle continues. Standing tall with Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn, CNU has been at the forefront of the fight in opposition to the $3.1 billion bored hole tunnel that is slated to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Over the last week, the conversation has ratcheted up, with a flurry of op-ed pieces and articles appearing that support either side of the aisle.
Eye on the Street: March 21, 2011
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 9:31amToday's "Eye on the Street" entry comes from CNU-member Michael Lewyn.
Lewyn says of his pic: "A residential street in Buckhead- what a difference sidewalks and trees together make!"
Get Your CNU-Accreditation NOW!
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 9:04amIn partnership with the University of Miami School of Architecture, CNU has developed a certification program for members that distinguishes them as CNU-Accredited. CNU-A is an impressive way for members to highlight their expertise and knowledge of New Urbanist principles and stand out among the many planners, architects and designers in the marketplace.
Who is ALEC? Professor William Cronon answers...
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Fri, 03/18/2011 - 1:31pmWho is ALEC? Professor William Cronon, featured speaker at this year's upcoming CNU 19, answers that question while breaking down the current political tides overwhelming Wisconsin.
Register for CNU 19 now to secure your spot to hear Cronon speak in Madison!
Love Freedom? Move to the City.
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Fri, 03/18/2011 - 9:19amCNU has always been a champion for context-sensitive and common sense strategies that enliven our communities. Advocating for dense, walkable and mixed-use neighborhoods helps foster awareness of the many ancillary benefits of urban-based living.
Milwaukee in Chicago!
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Thu, 03/17/2011 - 2:33pmOur CEO & President, and former Milwaukee mayor John Norquist, poses for a pic with Milwaukee Alderman Robert Bauman in our office today!
A Personal Plea from El Paso
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Thu, 03/17/2011 - 12:46pmThe following blog post comes to CNU via El Paso City Council member Susie Byrd.
Introducing CNU's "Eye on the Street"
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Thu, 03/17/2011 - 9:30amAttention all New Urbanist photogs - amateur and professional alike:
Today marks the official launch of CNU's "Eye on the Street" blog.
"Eye on the Street" is an ongoing series of user-generated photos and commentary submitted by dedicated New Urbanists like yourself.
Tunnel Option Extends Life of Elevated Highway Despite Known Risk of Earthquake
Submitted by norabeck on Wed, 03/16/2011 - 3:44pmRecent events in Japan have added yet another twist to the ongoing saga of Seattle's Alaskan Way Viaduct. Before the earthquake and resulting tsunami, the Mayor and City Council duked it out over whether or not the City of Seattle would commit to replacing the damaged Alaskan Way Viaduct with a deep bore tunnel along the waterfront.
Live from the Left Coast: An Interview with Heather Smith and Norman Garrick
Submitted by Ben Schulman on Wed, 03/16/2011 - 9:03amA bevy of CNU-aligned minds gathered together in Los Angeles this week to develop a "master blueprint" for the streets of Los Angeles County. The meeting was led by CNU member Ryan Snyder, who gathered together 50 or so experts from around the country to help complete a Model Streets Manual.