I enjoyed this well written book. Very current and eye opening. Parking is an issue that not a lot of people talk about. I wish I could give up my wheels also.. Thanks for recommending this book.
While my “to be read” table is at capacity at the moment, I enjoyed your assessment of this book. I especially enjoyed your opening about your car-free existence since 2012.
There is an interesting through line I’ve noticed on some of the topics you’ve presented recently. Homelessness recently, now Parking, Coffee Shops, your penchant for chatting with strangers. I feel like “Communities” are a theme. They’re so diverse, suburban, urban, some require a car. Others are walkable.
"Parking isn’t just about where to put your vehicle; it’s about how we choose to build, navigate, and ultimately, experience our cities." Yes! Glad to know this book is out there. Donald Shoup's work on parking (The High Cost of Free Parking, I think?) is absolutely pivotal, and really helped people see how much we give up of public space and mobility to subsidized car storage.
I enjoyed this well written book. Very current and eye opening. Parking is an issue that not a lot of people talk about. I wish I could give up my wheels also.. Thanks for recommending this book.
While my “to be read” table is at capacity at the moment, I enjoyed your assessment of this book. I especially enjoyed your opening about your car-free existence since 2012.
There is an interesting through line I’ve noticed on some of the topics you’ve presented recently. Homelessness recently, now Parking, Coffee Shops, your penchant for chatting with strangers. I feel like “Communities” are a theme. They’re so diverse, suburban, urban, some require a car. Others are walkable.
Indeed, Brenda. I rediscovering my love for cities and communities. More to come.
"Parking isn’t just about where to put your vehicle; it’s about how we choose to build, navigate, and ultimately, experience our cities." Yes! Glad to know this book is out there. Donald Shoup's work on parking (The High Cost of Free Parking, I think?) is absolutely pivotal, and really helped people see how much we give up of public space and mobility to subsidized car storage.
This reminds me of a blizzard I experienced in Denver, when, after digging out their parking spots, people piled kitchen chairs in them to save them.