Shadeways (covered sidewalks) and pedways (enclosed, climate controlled walkways) can provide comfortable walkability in hot climates. The Cool Walkshed Index can help plan these facilities.
The New York City Department of Transportation and the New York City Housing Authority began partnering with carshare companies in 2018 to increase access to vehicles for those living in geographically and economically diverse neighborhoods that are often underserved by rideshare companies.
Racist and colonialist narratives in old geography textbooks help explain the prevalence of segregationist and discriminatory policies and other nasty planning practices. It’s time to understand and reconcile.