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Read more about the upcoming Harold Simmons Park in Dallas. It's not just a park, but a visionary P3 project that blends urban development with nature beautifully. The public-private partnership model is doing wonders here. 🏞️ https://lnkd.in/g2-j7bjx #HaroldSimmonsPark #SustainableDallas #UrbanInnovation"

From our friends at Main Street America: Historic Preservation is a foundational element of the Main Street Approach. A new report from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation proposes revising and updating preservation policy to respond to changing community needs, which would help Main Streets achieve their multi-faceted goals. Learn more about the report: https://bit.ly/4arMSeR

Showcasing a National Treasure with the Great Rivers National Park Alton could be a city where the Mississippi River is seen for what it truly is: a national treasure. Where Alton is a go-to family-friendly outdoor recreation for the entire Midwest. Where the riverfront, the Clark Bridge, Marina, and the historic downtown area have the potential to attract tens of millions of dollars each year for local businesses and tax revenue. How do we get there? The Great Rivers National Park, a 144-mile designated recreation park corridor that would include 135,000 acres and be a beacon of sustainability. It may sound like a big idea and that’s because it is! A project on this scale can only be possible with local, state and national interests and partnerships, with Congress being the final decider in whether an area should be added to the National Park System or whether some other action might be appropriate. No one entity can do this alone and it won’t be a quick process. But AltonWorks believes that the potential is there. With research, collaboration, brainstorming and teamwork, the region could be significantly enhanced by combining the natural assets into one fully managed national park. We know we’re dreaming big but we believe in Alton, and we believe in the future of Alton. Follow along as we highlight steps in our long-term idea to create the Great Rivers National Park and what it might mean to the city. #AltonWorks #AltonIllinois

Jackson Redevelopment Authority in concert with partners 2C Mississippi announced an initial $1.5 million dollar green infrastructure investment in the Farish Street Historic District. Farish Street, sometimes referred to as a Black Wall Street was a center of Black business and culture in Jackson, Mississippi that thrived in spite of the challenges of segregation and racism. Many organizations and leaders of the Civil Rights Movement lived and worked there, making Farish street a symbol of Black socio-political resiliency. With the advent of integration of public schools combined with the systemic underinvestment that followed, the street began to decline. The Farish Street project was chosen by community members based on two factors, (1)the Urban Heat Island data collected for Jackson revealed that Farish Street is an extreme urban heat island, recording 10°F hotter than other parts of the city, and (2) Farish Street has historical significance. Learn more about the project: www.2cmississippi.org/ #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityBuilder #DowntownJackson #JacksonStrong #TheStandard #JRA #JacksonRedevelopmentAuthority #ChangingTheNarrative

🌿✨ Reimagining Omaha: A Testament to Community and Vision ✨🌿 As a kid, the place we now admire as The RiverFront, also known as Gene Leahy Mall, was a playground of my youth. Walking along the older, somewhat sketchy riverbanks and descending the steel slides during hot summers—sometimes leaving a bit of myself on those scorching surfaces—are memories etched in my heart. The space has undergone a total transformation, yet the iconic molten steel slides remain, allowing my cherished memories to be experienced by future generations as well. The transformation of The RiverFront into a vibrant, communal space is nothing short of miraculous. It stands as a beacon of Omaha's spirit, embodying a sense of community that fills your soul with the greatness of humanity. This transformation required vision, belief, and, significantly, an investment from the city and its citizens. It's a reflection of what makes Omaha the 14th best place to raise a family in the U.S., according to USNews.com. The RiverFront now serves as a central gathering spot, bridging the historic Old Market and north downtown Omaha, and extending a scenic path to the Missouri River. This revitalization has spurred growth in downtown Omaha, bringing new restaurants and retail spaces that enhance the city's core vibrancy. Importantly, the project honors Omaha's heritage while embracing modernization, featuring flourishing landscapes, public art, and diverse recreational offerings. The RiverFront is a testament to the power of community collaboration and forward-thinking urban development. As someone who is proud to call Omaha my home, witnessing this transformation has been profound. The RiverFront is more than a park; it's a symbol of what a community can achieve with vision, effort, and collective generosity. It's a reminder of Omaha's enduring spirit and a promise of its vibrant future. #Omaha #RiverFront #CommunityDevelopment #UrbanRevitalization #PublicPrivatePartnership

Catch Eli Dvorkin and I in amNY today, making the case that the time is *now* for the city to think outside the box with new ways to sustainably fund our parks and open space—their ongoing maintenance, and future creation. (And our Center for an Urban Future report has 20 ideas to do exactly that.) https://lnkd.in/eR8X7zJ5

Spare a few minutes to read my guest post for Urban Spalsh, focusing on Port Loop we discuss the many benefits of green, community led development… Howells

Transformative Growth: North Bay Village's Remarkable Evolution In recent years, North Bay Village has exemplified transformative growth, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic prompted a significant migration to Florida, drawing attention to its picturesque waterfronts. This shift encouraged developers in Southeast Florida to explore previously overlooked waterfront properties, with North Bay Village emerging as a prime area of interest. Situated in Biscayne Bay, North Bay Village was predominantly underwater before the 1940s, save for a small five-acre area known as Broadcast Key, home to radio station WIOD since 1926. The 1940s marked a pivotal era of dredging and bulkheading, transforming the village and incorporating Treasure Island and Harbor Island. Since the start of this decade, North Bay Village has experienced dramatic transformation, with ISG World reporting $2 billion in new investments. This once-overlooked enclave is now poised to welcome at least five new residential complexes and 947 new homes by next year, solidifying its status as a thriving community. Stay tuned for more updates on this dynamic growth. #LuxuryLivingRealty x #WhatsHappeningSouthFlorida #NorthBayVillage #TransformativeGrowth

Revitalizing New York City's Housing Landscape #newyorkrealestateagent #nyrealestate #realestatenyc #realestateny #manhattanrealestate #compassny #newyorkrealtor #residentialrealestate #newyorkhomesforsale