Land Lines
Lincoln Institute Announces Campaign to Redevelop Public Land for Public Good
This national campaign empowers local government and civic partners to overcome common procedural and legal barriers to the effective transfer and transformation of public land, including for affordable housing, nature-based solutions, conservation, and other public benefits.
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Guiding Greenways in New Ways
From the euphoria of exploring Alabama hiking trails to the importance of public-private partnerships, Lincoln Vibrant Communities participant Darryl Washington shares his perspectives on learning and leadership.
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Seven Need-to-Know Trends for Planners in 2026
In January, the American Planning Association (APA) will publish the 2026 Trend Report for Planners in partnership with the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy.
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Planning for a Just Transition in the California Delta
Some 50 miles inland from the iconic San Francisco Bay, subsidence and saltwater intrusion are complicating life in the California Delta. A series of participatory scenario planning workshops focused on salinity management is helping community members discuss and better understand the available solutions.
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New “Who Owns America” Report Maps Corporate Ownership of Residential Land
A new national analysis examines landownership patterns and offers policy solutions to preserve community affordability.
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Inviting Investors to Put Their Money Where Their Mission Is
An event that felt like an altruistic episode of Shark Tank played out in Boston at the Accelerating Community Investment initiative’s latest investor challenge. ACI now includes more than 100 member organizations in 18 states, as well as a network of more than 50 investors.
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