Aaron Donovan
Before he began blogging about land use and transportation, Aaron Donovan wrote The New York Times Neediest Cases Fund's annual fundraising appeal for three years and earned a master's degree in urban planning from Columbia. Since then, he has worked for nonprofit organizations devoted to New York City economic development. He lives and works in the Financial District, and sees New York's pre-automobile built form as an asset that makes New York unique in the United States, and as a strategic advantage that should be capitalized upon.
Recent Posts
Fix Your Bike Workshop
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This is an open shop in which you may use our tools and bike stands to work on your bike. Experienced volunteer mechanics will be present to answer any questions you may have, but they will not do the work for you. If you have a big project, please be considerate of the time and […]
Don’t Ask Me About My Hummer
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From the political left, concern is growing about global warming. From the political right, concern is growing about the United States funding both sides on the war on terror. Health officials worry about a national epidemic of obesity and high urban asthma rates, urbanists are concerned with degraded, atrophied public spaces. Slowly but perceptibly, people of all political persuasions are waking […]
City Council Transportation Committee Hearing on Int 199
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The City Council transportation committee, chaired by Councilman John Liu, will hold a hearing on Int 199-2006, a Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to modifying Department of Transportation performance targets and indicators towards the goal of reducing traffic congestion citywide. This is sponsored by Council Members Brewer, […]
NYC Alternative Energy Study Group Meeting
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The NYC Alternative Energy Study Group will have two presentations on important subjects this evening: (1) Geothermal Energy The presentation will describe how geothermal energy is harvested and used to heat and cool homes and businesses. There will be information on state and federal incentives for this type of energy. Finally, there will be a […]
Last Day to Visit ‘Robert Moses and the Modern City’ Exhibit at the Wallach Gallery
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Today is the last day to visit the exhibit Robert Moses and the Modern City at the Wallach Gallery, which opened way back on January 30.
Last Day to Visit ‘Robert Moses and the Modern City’ Exhibit at the Queens Museum
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Today is the last day to see the exhibition Robert Moses and the Modern City at the Queens Museum, which opened way back on January 28.
Exhibition Opening Symposium: Lessons From Robert Moses
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Forty years after the reign of Robert Moses, key city players consider urbanism in the 21st century and set out their vision for the future. Topics to be addressed include regional planning, open space initiatives, transportation, sustainable development, and New York’s role as an international city. James S. Russel, the architecture critic for Bloomberg, will […]
Exhibit Opening Reception: Robert Moses and the Modern City
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Opening reception for a three part exhibition on Robert Moses, conducted jointly with the Queens Museum of Art and the Museum of the City of New York. On exhibit at the Wallach Gallery January 31 to April 14, 2007.
Exhibit Opening: Robert Moses and the Modern City
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A three part exhibition on the legacy of Robert Moses conducted jointly with the Wallach Gallery of Columbia University and the Museum of the City of New York. On exhibit at the Queens Museum until May 13, 2007.
Transportation Alternatives Forum: How to Get a Spot on a Community Board
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Please join Transportation Alternatives for a great presentation about the ins and outs of Community Boards in NYC and how to get appointed to one near you. Community boards are a great way to make a difference and make your neighborhood a better place for walking and biking. Co-sponsored by: Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, […]
City Council Environmental Protection Committee Hearing on PlaNYC 2030
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An oversight hearing on the City’s PLANYC 2030 sustainability goal to "reduce global warning emissions by more than 30%" and how best to achieve it.