The Week Ahead: Thank you, Oklahomans

In this weekly podcast with Chuck Marohn and Rachel Quednau, Chuck relates his misadventures in Oklahoma, and how some Strong Towns members and event hosts stepped up to help remedy the situation. Chuck also discusses his "Open Letter to the City of Springfield" about a dangerous street that the city recognizes but refuses to redesign for safer crossings.

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(Top photo of the McAlester, OK event by Strong Towns member Paul Ryckbost)

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