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Public libraries are the crazy, radical ideas that might save society

In his Kinder Institute Forum talk, sociologist Eric Klinenberg discussed the amazing power of the public library system, as well as the biggest threats to this vital and sorely neglected part of America's social infrastructure.

Sociologist Eric Klinenberg speaks at the Kinder Institute Forum in Houston
Urban Edge: Dec 5, 2019
Hurricane Harvey, Urban Disparity, Urban Planning

Sunnyside survey shows neighborhood's social fabric is strong

Results from the recently released Sunnyside Strong survey reveal promising potential for revitalizing the predominantly African-American neighborhoods of Sunnyside and South Park in south-central Houston; though there’s still work to be done.

Sign that reads Welcome to Sunnyside
News Story
: Nov 25, 2019
Demographics, Economic Development, Education, Health, Urban Planning

Houston small-business survey reveals how city and state can better support manufacturers

man takes photo of plant
Kinder Institute Research
: Nov 21, 2019
Economic Development, Urban Planning

Latest Research

Transit Adjacent Development and Neighborhood Change in Houston

This study explores how land use has changed between 2010 and 2016 in transit adjacent development (TAD) areas of Harris County, defined as census block groups within one mile of light rail stations, transit centers, and Park & Ride locations.
Houston Metro light rail
Report: Dec 11, 2019
Transportation, Urban Planning

Artist-Planner Collaborations: Lessons Learned From Arts and Culture Ecosystems For Inclusive Planning

These are the lessons learned from the arts and culture ecosystems of three Sun Belt cities for a new model of inclusive planning.
Paint on a pallet art
Report: Jun 13, 2019
Education, Urban Planning

Safe Streets, Safe Communities: Walking and Biking Infrastructure in Gulfton

During the summer and fall of 2018, an audit was done on the Gulfton area's streets and sidewalks and these are the results.
Girl walks in Gulfton
Report: Mar 20, 2019
Transportation, Urban Planning

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