Chris Stines is Planetizen's former Editor and the founder of Urban Insight, a leading digital agency. Chris has 25 years of experience in technology consulting and urban planning and has served as a consultant to public sector state, county, and local agencies, Fortune 500 private firms, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Balancing Environmentalism and Security
Critics argue that a U.S. border fencing project may harm sensitive ecological areas.
Innovative Ballpark Proposed For TND
The developers of Meriam Park in Chico, California, are proposing to embed a professional baseball stadium into the urban fabric of a new town center.
Disneyland Adjacent
A development plan looks to capture some of the $3.6 billion Disneylandbrings into Southern California every year.
The Political Cost To Wal-Mart Supporters
Voters in the Southern California city of Rosemead oust two council members who supported Wal-Mart's plans to open a store in the city.
Eco-Radicals Target Sierra Sprawl
ELF begins targeting growth in the quaint Gold Rush town of Auburn, California.