Heading to CNU

Programming next week is going to be focused on the 23rd Congress for the New Urbanism. We're podcasting throughout and will be sharing updates as we go. Chuck is headed to Wisconsin this weekend for an event, the on to Dallas.

April 24-25 - Stevens Point, WI  - Half day training session, AICP Credits will be offered - Register Here
April 28 - Dallas, TX - Curbside Chat
April 30 - Dallas, TX - Member Appreciation Event
May 13 - Fargo, ND - Curbside Chat
May 14 - Grand Forks, ND - Curbside Chat
May 19 - Hays, KS - Curbside Chat
May 21 - Lewiston, ME - Conference Keynote
June 17 - Boston, MA - Conference Keynote
June 18 - Denver, CO - Strong Towns on Tap
June 23 - Detroit, MI - Conference Panel
June 30 - Des Moines, IA - Conference Keynote

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Strong Towns Gift Guide: DOT Decoder
Strong Towns Gift Guide: DOT Decoder

The terms chosen to describe upcoming road work often misrepresent the actual projects, ascribing a positive or negative bias that affects how political leaders interpret and underwrite them. The DOT Decoder is the perfect gift for decoding three common terms used by departments of transportation and their engineers.

The Bottom-Up Revolution Is…Building a Coalition for Long-Term Change
The Bottom-Up Revolution Is…Building a Coalition for Long-Term Change

In this episode, host Tiffany Owens Reed is joined by Chloe Groome and Aaron Feldman, co-leads of the Local Conversation group Strong Towns Chicago, to discuss the initiatives their group is working on and their coalition strategy for driving change.

How a Walking Audit Can Help You Quickly Improve Street Design
How a Walking Audit Can Help You Quickly Improve Street Design

Conducting a walking audit is an quick, easy and free step that anyone can take to start improving their place. In this article, trained architect and urban designer Edward Erfurt demonstrates how to do so, using a recently completed sidewalk project in his community as an example.

While You Wait: 3 Ways To Make Your City More Joyful, Hopeful and Active This Advent
While You Wait: 3 Ways To Make Your City More Joyful, Hopeful and Active This Advent

Advocacy work means a lot of waiting and hoping for a better future. That makes it a lot like Advent (the weeks before Christmas on the Christian calendar). But waiting during Advent isn’t discouraging or boring: It’s hopeful, active and joyful. Here are a few ways to bring that approach to your community, whether you celebrate Christmas or not.

Bottom-Up Shorts: How a Rodeo Arena Can Strengthen a Rural Community
Bottom-Up Shorts: How a Rodeo Arena Can Strengthen a Rural Community

In this episode, host Norm Van Eeden Petersman is joined by Joshua Hopkins, the newly elected mayor of Chugwater, Wyoming, to discuss how a rodeo arena he built is benefiting his community.

The Truth About Parks and Rec
The Truth About Parks and Rec

Parks and recreation departments handle a lot more programs and face a lot more challenges than many people may realize. So, here are a few things that newly elected officials should know about this department as they step into their role.

From the Federal Government to RV Parks: A Housing Q&A
From the Federal Government to RV Parks: A Housing Q&A

On this episode of the Strong Towns Podcast, Chuck continues answering housing questions submitted by Ohio State University students, covering topics from building codes to local action.

The Best Books I Read in 2024
The Best Books I Read in 2024

An annual tradition, here is Chuck Marohn’s list of favorite books that he read in 2024.

Changing Our Places (and Ourselves) One Step at a Time
Changing Our Places (and Ourselves) One Step at a Time

Sometimes, small advocacy efforts seem like they’re not worth the time or effort. But every small action plants seeds for future change, both in your city and in yourself.

From Building Backyard Cottages to Banning Airbnbs: A Housing Q&A
From Building Backyard Cottages to Banning Airbnbs: A Housing Q&A

On this episode of the Strong Towns Podcast, Chuck answers housing questions submitted by Ohio State University students, covering topics from the history of the housing market to financing housing development.

The Bottom-Up Revolution Is Offering People More Transportation Options
The Bottom-Up Revolution Is Offering People More Transportation Options

Sara Studdard is a community engagement and communications expert who helps cities implement active mobility plans. She joins today’s episode to explore how having a variety of mobility options benefits communities, as well as the importance of effective messaging and communication.

Why You Should Care About the Bus (Even if You Never Ride It)
Why You Should Care About the Bus (Even if You Never Ride It)

Buses are an important part of a city’s transportation system, but they’re considered a mode of last resort for many people. Here’s why it’s important to make bus systems more appealing — and a few ideas on to do so.

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