| Concepts in Urban Transportation Planning: The Quest for Mobility, Sustainability and Quality of Life Contributor(s): Woldeamanuel, Mintesnot G. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0786499664 ISBN-13: 9780786499663 Publisher: McFarland and Company, Inc. OUR PRICE: $29.65 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Transportation | Public Transportation - Political Science | Public Policy - City Planning & Urban Development - Political Science | Public Policy - Environmental Policy |
| Dewey: 388 |
| LCCN: 2016000056 |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.9" W x 9.9" (1.15 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book offers solutions for creating sustainable urban transportation. Topics include historical developments, planning, policy and legislative initiatives, nonmotorized and public transportation, environmental and social justice issues, and safety. The author discusses social, health and economic consequences of autocentric transportation and possible policy measures to address them. The important topic of changing travel behavior is discussed. Chapters contain straightforward concepts, case studies, review questions and ideas for class projects. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here. |
Contributor Bio(s): Woldeamanuel, Mintesnot G.: - Mintesnot G. Woldeamanuel is an associate professor of urban studies and planning at California State University Northridge (CSUN). He was an assistant professor in the Planning and Community Development Program of Saint Cloud State University, and a research fellow in the Transportation Research Institute of the German Aerospace Center (DLR). He lives in North Hills, California. |