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Enjoying the Voices of the Middle Branch series? This exciting initiative aims to honor the amazing communities surrounding the Middle Branch through captivating visual storytelling and we're looking to hear from more voices! Reimagine Middle Branch is a community-driven project and your stories are the heart and soul of this endeavor. We've been connecting with remarkable individuals, families, community members, and organizations with all types of connections to the Middle Branch area and we're eager to hear more of these amazing stories, like Kevin's! “If I could change something about my area, I would want to renovate the buildings and create a park. There’s a whole large area of land that’s grassy and it feels like it’s being wasted when it could be a park where people could hang out, walk their dogs and stuff like that." - Kevin Story-telling holds immense power to understand the past, to shape the future of Middle Branch, to create positive change, and to transform our collective vision into reality. Whether you live or work in one of the neighborhoods included in our Plan, we want to hear your voice, your experiences, and your dreams for the Middle Branch. So, how can you get involved? It's simple! Please fill out the interest form on our "Get Involved" page here: https://lnkd.in/etGf2ryC Please note that to make sure we are featuring a representation of folks and organizations throughout the entire project area, we may not be able to interview everyone that expresses interest. While you eagerly await the upcoming installment of 'Voices of the Middle Branch,' please take a moment to explore and get inspired by the stories we have on our website. www.reimaginemb.com South Baltimore Gateway Partnership #MiddleBranch #Patapsco #PatapscoRiver #SouthBaltimore #SouthBmore #MyBmore #BaltimoreMD #CommunityLed #ReimagineMiddleBranch #VoicesOfTheMiddleBranch #BaltimoreCommunity #CommunityDrivenInitiative #ShareYourStory #ShapeTheFuture 

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📢 Attention Rondo Community‼️ 📢 Yesterday, the Star Tribune published an article by Our Street Minneapolis discussing i94 and the #RONDO neighborhood. Just two days prior, Asian Media Access released an article about the new Sears development, which includes a RONDO mall on the first floor. Surprisingly, none of us from the Rondo community have been consulted about these developments. This land is originally Rondo descendant land, as it was initially an army base where Quonset Huts for black families resided before the Sears development. This land belongs to the Rondo Community Covenant! It’s concerning to see organizations trying to leverage and capitalize on our families’ lineage and history without involving US in the conversation. Now more than ever, it’s crucial for us to show up and control the narrative. We can’t afford to sit back and watch others use our history for their own benefits. Moreover, the developers and consultants behind this project, such as Kimley-Horn , Seritage, and S9, along with Cedarleaf Dahl, have a history of gentrifying neighborhoods. They are just money-hungry organizations that are not working for the best interests of communities. If they want our voice, we need to ask ourselves, what are we getting in return? Let’s come together, raise our voices, and demand our rightful place in these discussions. Our history, our community, our future – let’s ensure WE are respected and honored. #RondoCommunity #ControlTheNarrative #ProtectOurHistory

From #youthcommissions advising #cities and #counties; to #studentcouncils and #studentgovernment; to #youthcouncils and #youthboards #advising #transitagencies. Great to see #youthvoice is alive. #youthmovement #youthpower

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JULY 30TH - FREE MIDDLE NEIGHBORHOODS WEBINAR Block Makeovers as Catalysts for Change in Middle Neighborhoods July 30th, 1:30 - 3:00 pm eastern Register at https://lnkd.in/eV_x3Q6e Block makeovers – coordinated improvements to one block during a single, week-long event — can create powerful visual impact, build community, and trigger spinoff investment in similar projects throughout the neighborhood. Because the improvements are clustered, their individual impact is leveraged to create a ‘wow’ result, and with intentional strategy they can inspire others to:   - make DIY improvements with access to tool lending libraries as available;   - apply for bigger home repair and improvement loans and grants; - engage with neighbors to organize block cleanups and social events; and - learn new home maintenance skills, such as power washing, landscaping strategy and simple carpentry.   Successful block makeovers require thoughtful planning and coordination. Choosing the right block, soliciting the participation of property owners and residents, securing resources and volunteers, and managing the timeline of multiple projects are key to a smooth week. In this webinar, hear from three practitioners about their experience with block makeovers: why they do them, the results they’ve seen, and tips for event planning and execution.   Guest panelists: Amber Lynch, AICP, Executive Director, Invest DSM   Justin Tirsun, VP of Neighborhood Investment and Community Engagement, Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise, Inc.   Amber Jones, Community Engagement Specialist, Community Action Partnership of North Alabama   Moderator: Marcia Nedland, Organizer Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice

The “one-mile-radius” effect is a positive wave of impact that builds momentum neighborhood by neighborhood. As neighborhoods become hubs of community more partners enter that community and other neighborhoods begin to enter a period of revitalization, eventually creating a stronger, healthier community at a city’s core. Learn more about the one-mile-radius principle in my latest blog.

Knoxville's journey from an industrial stronghold to an up-and-coming neighborhood in Pittsburgh exemplifies the city's ability to reinvent itself. The blend of historical charm, recent developments, and active community engagement makes Knoxville a neighborhood to watch in the years to come. As it continues to evolve, Knoxville has the potential to become a model for revitalization efforts in other urban areas. As Pittsburgh's real estate market continues to evolve, Knoxville stands as a shining example of how a neighborhood can transform while preserving its rich history, ultimately offering a unique and appealing environment for residents and visitors alike. https://lnkd.in/e6NpxBQu

This is what it's all about! Entrepreneurs like Julia Perkins and Studio Yogi, a project supported by the Corporate Connector, are bringing the change they want to see to their communities. With leadership like Julia and Tonya Trice, South Shore's future keeps shining brighter. Entrepreneurs and developers like Julia and Tonya need more equitable access to capital to buy the real estate and bring in the resources they and the community wants to see. Employers can also bring jobs to these neighborhoods as there are options for Class A space in Chicago's South and West side. Come talk to us about our Invest Together initiative to learn more. These catalytic developments are crucial to creating a more equitable Chicago and region - they create jobs, neighborhood amenities, economic mobility, and more. If you haven't already - go visit our friends on 71st street! #Onward #SouthShore #Development #CommunityDevelopment #InclusiveDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #Partnership #BusinessUNusual #MoveTheNeedle #AccessToCapital #Equity #Diversity #Access #Inclusion #Chicago #BeTheChange

So often we hear conversations about “density” and adding density. To me, the biggest challenge is applying these ideas to areas outside of urban cores. I sat next to a gentleman this weekend who made the point of “proximity” and how proximity is really the driver for blending this conversation between urban/suburb/rural. The “one-mile-radius” is a great example of this proximity and how ALL communities can think about proximity and how we crave it. That proximity will be different from the urban core vs Main Street USA, but it is important recognize that these proximities exist in all type of communities.