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What kinds of projects will the Community Resilience Partnership fund for Maine municipalities? Here's just one example from the City of Lewiston, Maine of how the CRP can help make communities more resilient. Jacqueline Crucet, a neighborhood development planner with Lewiston’s Department of Economic and Community Development spoke with the Press Herald. “Having tree-lined streets is not only beautiful, but cooling and offering habitat to wildlife, as well as shade for pedestrians. We have a lot of pedestrians in our downtown community. The benefits are there. Trees also help with soaking water up, improving our resilience with storms. You just need the right trees in the right places.” (🎁Gift Article --via the The Portland Press Herald) https://loom.ly/EQsbe6w #Maine #Resilience #ClimateResilience #Community #Infrastructure #Grants #Awardees #Mainecommunities #Lewiston #treestreets #trees #CommunityResiliencePartnership #partnership #community #governor #learnmore #communityresilience #resiliencepartnership #communityaction #grantawards #stateofthestate

Lifting the work that has gone into reshaping a clear focus in Philly for land justice, power to the people, and building a commons of, for, and by the community. #socialimpact #environmentaljustice #communityhealth

Fake nature is no replacement for wild spaces, we have far too few of those to n urban places. Although it's important that developments have more greenspaces, it mustn't be at the expense of nature. Community voices need to be heard and listened too, this resonates with the ongoing battle in #Macclesfield to save the critically important remaining lowland pearlland of #DanesMoss , we also need more genuine neighborhood plans, communities should be involved at all stages in deciding where developments should be and what they should look like not driven by money and developers. Our townscapes and fringe areas are awash with the ugly mediocrity of the majority of overpriced modern developments, people, communities deserve better places to live and above all #nature needs to have a seat at the table and be at the ❤️ of everything we do. We are slowly, far too slowly waking up to what happens when nature is harmed and planetary boundaries exceeded.Places matter, we need better community led smaller scale developments, communities aren't created by throwing up hundreds, even thousands of shortlife houses with little or no infrastructure and largely car centric. Communities are made by people. Andy Middleton Ken Moon Nigel Pugh Jane Davidson https://lnkd.in/eFBpEh9i

when the next consultation on your local development plan begins, this is the discussion we all need to be having, not letting profit-led developers sing the tune

It’s #EconDevWeek and we're celebrating #NorthCarolina’s #PublicPower partners who are embracing diverse downtown strategies to fuel thriving local economies. Discover how these strategies have been making a tangible impact in NC’s public power communities below! - The City of Wilson, City Of Statesville, and #HertfordNC are investing in #PublicArt -- from murals and sculpture installations to artistic displays on electric light boxes -- igniting downtown revitalization and attracting spending. (Wilson Economic Development Council, Iredell County Economic Development Corporation, Perquimans County, NC) (Statesville, NC shown below) - The Town of Smithfield, NC’s focus on improving nighttime lighting enhances business visibility and pedestrian safety; vital for nurturing its evening economy. (Johnston County NC - Economic Development) - Retention is key to guaranteeing consumer amenities and ensuring a stable local economy. The Town of Wake Forest, NC is piloting a retention grant to mitigate financial risk that may threaten newly established businesses as they establish a foundation in the town. (Wake Forest Business & Industry Partnership) - The City of Albemarle’s investment in building rehabilitation and stabilization adds viable inventory to its #RealEstate pipeline and spurs economic vitality in its central business district. (Stanly County Economic Development Commission) #WilsonNC #StatesvilleNC #SmithfieldNC #WakeForestNC #AlbemarleNC #EconDev

Celebrating Bonfire Night in Macclesfield: A Town Planning Perspective 🏙️🎇 As your local town planning consultancy here in Macclesfield, we couldn't help but draw a fascinating connection between Bonfire Night and our work in shaping the community. 🔥🏡 1️⃣ Safety First: Bonfire Night reminds us of the importance of safety in our towns. Just as we plan for safe public events, we also strive for safer roads, sidewalks, and neighbourhoods year-round. 2️⃣ Community Gathering: Bonfire Night brings people together, just like well-designed public spaces and parks. We're here to create spaces where communities can connect and celebrate. 3️⃣ Preserving History: Our historic town has seen its fair share of Bonfire Nights. We work to preserve and celebrate our heritage through heritage preservation and conservation efforts. 4️⃣ Lighting up the Sky: Just as fireworks light up the night sky, our lighting plans for streets and public areas enhance safety and aesthetics in our beloved town. So, as you gear up for Bonfire Night, remember that town planning plays a crucial role in making it a safe, enjoyable, and community-focused celebration. Let's keep Macclesfield vibrant and thriving! 🔥✨ #MacclesfieldTownPlanning #BonfireNight Let's continue building a brighter future for our town, one spark at a time! 🌟🏘️ #MacclesfieldTownPlanning #BonfireNight #CommunitySafety #TownPlanningConnections

On the eastern side of Bridgeport, Connecticut, majority-minority communities and those living on low incomes face challenges like scorching summer temperatures, high electricity bills, and a severe lack of tree coverage. With only a 5% tree canopy cover, residents are particularly vulnerable to damaging storms and health issues like asthma. ✅️ Groundwork Bridgeport is collaborating with residents to tackle these social, economic, and health challenges through strategic tree planting. Programs like the Tree Patrol, for example, engage youth and instill a sense of responsibility and a connection to the environment. Through community-led tree-planting efforts, they seek to address health and climate challenges at its core to foster lasting transformation and resilience. Groundwork Bridgeport's approach showcases the power of community-led initiatives in transforming urban spaces and fostering a healthy, green, just, and resilient future. Read more about their work here in this article by the Arbor Day Foundation: https://lnkd.in/gksMc9F5 #TreeEquity #EnvironmentalJustice #ClimateResilience

As we enter 2024, Riverton Community Housing recently held a strategic planning retreat, a critical step in charting our organization's future direction. This retreat goes beyond setting priorities and focusing resources; it's a moment to reaffirm our commitment to our core values in every facet of our operations. Our values-led strategic priorities are viewed through the lens of diversity, sustainability and connection while embracing the wealth of perspectives our varied stakeholders bring to the table. Enhancing our community engagement, incorporating financial and environmental sustainability, and growing our work through the development of an equity gaining cooperative model, allows us to realign with our core values. This strategic approach keeps us closely connected to our stakeholders and ensures our responsiveness to the needs of our members and the housing market. Learn more about Riverton's impact and our values-driven journey here: https://lnkd.in/gG2c22wa #propertymanagement #multifamily #apartments #studenthousing #urbanliving #minneapolis

Arizona is peppered with enchanting neighborhoods for those considering a relocation, and among them, Barney Farms in Queen Creek shines brightly. Barney Farms is nestled in the heart of Queen Creek, Arizona. What was once primarily agricultural land has now evolved into a sought-after residential community. This transformation from farmlands to elegant homes is deeply respectful of its origins, with the community features echoing its agrarian past. Reasons to Consider Moving to Barney Farms: 1. Vibrant Community Atmosphere: Barney Farms stands out for its communal spirit. Events are frequent, neighbors often become lifelong friends, and there’s a pervasive feeling of belonging. 2. Urban Meets Rural: Barney Farms offers the best of both worlds. Thanks to its history, you get the advantages of urban living while still retaining the serenity of a rural setting. 3. Proximity to Amenities: Strategically located, Barney Farms is close to shopping centers, schools, parks, and more. Daily necessities are just a short drive or walk away. 4. Variety of Homes: Barney Farms has a plethora of housing options. Whether you’re looking for a starter home, a spacious residence for a growing family, or a serene spot for retirement, this community has you covered. Curious about this community? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at 480-498-3334. We're here to help! #gordonhageman #arizona1realestate #barneyfarms #queencreek #queencreekaz #queencreekhomesforsale #arizonarealestate

St. Thomas’ Church is one of the oldest churches within Montgomery County, dating back to 1698. The historic cemetery includes the graves of 12 veterans from the Revolutionary War. CVDA developed the master plan for the restoration of the approximately 42-acre site that included the sanctuary, historic supportive buildings including a school site, the historic cemetery, nature preserve, and community garden. One of the key challenges was upgrading the antiquated circulation and parking system to be ADA compliant while maintaining and enhancing the historic setting. The master plan improved site visibility of the sanctuary, accessibility, and wayfinding; introduced stormwater infiltration in the parking lot; established a community garden and nature preserve; created new community athletic fields; and provided for overall landscape maintenance and restoration to enhance the historic setting of the church property. The first phase included the development of a new main entrance that improved safety, stormwater management and wayfinding. #historicchurches #masterplan #wayfinding #stormwatermanagement