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... 1 Introduction In the quest to design cities that support a good quality of life, a lively discussion has developed regarding the role of transportation in urban environments and the approach that might create vibrant, livable spaces. Much of this discussion has focused on passenger travel, land use, and the importance of non-motorized transport.
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... 2 Smart Growth and Urban Goods Movement At the same time, the urban planning and transportation literature has targeted smart growth, growth management, and urban center concepts as potentially beneficial urban strategies (see, for example, Braun and Scott 2008; Cervero 1996; Ewing and Cervero 2001; Frank 2000; Hess et al. 2001; Giuliano and Small 1999; Redfearn 2007; and Song 2005)

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