Tag: Eric Jacobsen

“People Habitat”: Kaid Benfield takes Smart Growth to a higher level

Scott Doyon
Scott Doyon Twitter Instagram Facebook March 3, 2014
For several weeks now I’ve intended to write up my thoughts on “People Habitat,” the recently-released book from NRDC smart growth sensei -- and friend -- Kaid Benfield. Not that it’s anything he needs, mind you. A quick look at his reviews over on Amazon reveals a diverse collection of accolades, consistent only... Continue Reading
Category Community Development, Planning and Design, Public Policy, Theory and Practice
Tags Eric Jacobsen, Kaid Benfield, People Habitat, Scott Doyon, Victor Dover
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Community and Charity: Bold Action Inspires a Closer Look

Scott Doyon
Scott Doyon Twitter Instagram Facebook February 2, 2010
You will always have the poor among you, and you can help them whenever you want to. – Mark 14:07 I’m not sure Jesus could see all the way to the 21st century. If he could, he may have been more inclined to offer, “You’ll always have the poor, but there are plenty of ways to avoid their unpleasantries. And... Continue Reading
Category Planning and Design, Public Policy
Tags Eric Jacobsen, new urbanism, Scott Doyon, smart growth
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