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That’s a wrap! Thank you to all of our listeners for a great second season. We will be back for season three this fall. In this season finale, Nimo and Jas dig into emerging programs in the urban planning and development space. Specifically, the topic and pilot programs related to Universal Basic Mobility (UBM) in the transportation field and Amazon’s Housing Equity Fund launched in 2021. Arguably, both programs aim to make communities better, but does the mission align with the execution? Press play to hear:

• Bloomberg defines Universal Basic Mobility (UBM) as a system of partnerships or policies that provide a minimum level of mobility to all members of society. Learn more about two current UBM pilots in Pittsburg, PA, and Oakland, CA.
• The Amazon Housing Equity Fund includes $2 billion in grants, loans, and lines of credit to developers, public agencies, and non-profit organizations to build or preserve affordable housing. Find out what progress is being made in Amazon’s corporate regions: Seattle, WA; Arlington, VA; and Nashville, TN.
• A brief recap of Nimo and Jas’ favorite moments from season two.

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Bloomberg: Like Basic Income, But for Transportation

Pittsburgh Launches Innovative Mobility and Equity Initiatives Move PGH and Universal Basic Mobility

City of Pittsburgh launches mobility as a service, Universal Basic Mobility pilot

Oakland Universal Basic Mobility Pilot

Note: Oakland Pilot Evaluation was published on March 16, post episode recording

Whim App

Transportation Economic Trends: Transportation Spending - Average Household

Washington Housing Conservancy's First Acquisition of Arlington's 'Crystal House' Honored with 2021 Housing Achievement Award