This paper presents three sets of actions Governor-Elect Gavin Newsom could take immediately to address wildfire; drought, flood, and drinking water safety and affordability; and… Read More »
SB 827 2.0: What Are the Implications for Bay Area Communities?
This analysis looks at how SB 827 would have impacted low-income communities and communities of color, with an eye toward a future version of the… Read More »
Rising Housing Costs and Re-segregation
These reports and maps look at the mobility patterns for low-income people of color at the neighborhood level in Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco… Read More »
Mapping Fire Risk and Planning for Recovery in Sonoma County
As cities and towns nationwide brace for the impacts of increasing fire risk, how can planners better prepare and support community resilience? This case study… Read More »
Opening the Door for Rent Control: Toward a Comprehensive Approach to Protecting California’s Renters
This research brief seeks to describe the housing challenges California faces, the particular burden on renters, and the role of rent control policies in providing… Read More »
Bringing Water and Land Use Together
This report for the Community Foundation Water Initiative (facilitated by Smart Growth California) identifies opportunities that can significantly affect the potential success of equitably integrating… Read More »
Moving San Mateo County Forward: Housing and Transit at a Crossroads
This report shows how the housing crisis is inextricably linked to our traffic and transportation woes, with recommendations for how to address both.
Building a Community of Practice at the Intersection of Water, Climate Resilience and Equity
This report shares insights and opportunities from an Assessment of Kresge’s Climate Resilient and Equitable Water Systems.
Recommendations for Opportunity Zones: Leveraging Private Investment for Equitable Economic Development
These recommendations include ways for funders to help Opportunity Zone investments spark catalytic development that creates economic opportunity and improves neighborhood quality of life.
Stormwater Capture in California: Innovative Policies and Funding Opportunities
This report presents a summary of regulations, laws, and statewide initiatives that create the legal framework for stormwater capture in California.
