University Department: Urban and Regional Planning

Keep Columbus Beautiful Celebration

Students developed a series of events that aligned with Earth Day celebrations and involved residents. The final proposal outlined three goals and strategies: actively engage residents in community projects that incorporate sustainability; raise household awareness of resources to help sustain, build, and strengthen the community; and engage the youth and adolescent populations. Read the final […]

Reimagining the South Port of Dubuque

Students developed four design alternatives for the South Port in that were in line with the sustainable vision of Dubuque and based upon significant community input. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities Contact Info University Faculty Contact Charles Connerly Urban and Regional Planning Local Government […]

Increasing Mobility in Dubuque: Developing Alternate Mode-Sharing Opportunities

Students addressed the affordability of transportation by examining opportunities such as car-sharing and bike-sharing in The City of Dubuque. Students analyzed the accessibility of the current transportation system; solicited feedback from focus groups comprised of likely end-users; and synthesized demographic data to access locational feasibility. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community […]

Attracting and Retaining a Quality Workforce in Cedar Rapids

Student in the School of Urban and Regional Planning conducted a project that evaluated the workforce of Cedar Rapids and determined the gap between supply and demand for quality workers. Students sought to understand the reasons for both attracting and retaining new workers. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Iowa […]

Transportation Revenue in the Age of New Mobility

Significant changes in transportation technology will change the way cities collect revenue and fund infrastructure projects. Forward thinking cities like Eugene, Oregon and Gresham, Oregon are already considering what may happen when residents rely on electric cars, autonomous vehicles (AVs), fleets of shared cars, bikes, and e-scooters. Given cities’ current reliance on revenue from gasoline […]

Planning for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles

Research how connected and autonomous vehicles (CAV) will reshape urban design, land use, and transportation in rural and suburban communities; how are plans being made to anticipate these changes, how should large entertainment destinations/venues and freight land use clusters plan and design? Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Resilient Communities […]

Village of New Glarus Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan

Purpose & Role of Parks The Village of New Glarus recognizes the importance and benefts its parks and open space system has on the Village’s character and quality of life. Parks provide opportunities for social activities, education, and community involvement. Beautiful parks and a variety of recreational activities help attract new residents, tourism and commerce. […]

North Lufkin Neighborhood Resource Center and Master Planned

Partnering with T.L.L. Temple Foundation, TTC set out to produce design concepts for the North Lufkin Neighborhood Resource Center. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Texas Target Communities Contact Info University Faculty Contact Chanam Lee Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning Local Government / Community Contact Emily Gay […]

North Lufkin Neighborhood Resource Center and Master Planned Community

Partnering with T.L.L. Temple Foundation, TTC set out to produce design concepts for the North Lufkin Neighborhood Resource Center. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Texas Target Communities Contact Info University Faculty Contact John Cooper Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning Local Government / Community Contact Emily Gay […]

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