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Love this profile! And while I know so much about their work, it never fails to expand my grasp of the ways communities are, and should be more supported, as authorities of the conditions in which they live: “For University Park Slow Jams with USC, we made giant band-aids for community members to place on broken sidewalk “ouchies.”” Who gets to define when infrastructure is working or not working? How do formal, technical definitions fail in the face of lived experiences as they so often do? This example makes me wonder why communities don’t get to issue “traffic tickets” to public agencies who fail to maintain equitable access to services and safe outcomes. There’s actually a legal pathway for this. Getting hip to Public Matters approach to #conspiratorialjoy should be pre-work for anyone involved in U.S. Department of Transportation #reconnectingcommunities program!

The fastest-growing suburb in the U.S. isn't near a major city like New York, Miami, or Los Angeles. In fact, it's in North Carolina, according to a new GOBankingRates report. The South reigned supreme, with six regions in the top 10 — Mooresville, North Carolina took the No. 1 spot on the list. States like Florida and Arizona both had two cities in the top 10, according to the report. Find the full top 10 list here: cnb.cx/47C8UuQ

🎙️ Missed the conversation?🎧💬 Happy to share a recording of yesterday's episode of The Raad Life featured Jeff Starke, candidate for Irvine City Council District 2, where he discussed his strategic vision for the future of Irvine. Throughout the interview, Jeff highlighted ✨ several key priorities🎤 : 👉 Traffic Solutions: One of the major topics Jeff addressed was the need to reduce traffic congestion, especially in District 2. He emphasized implementing better infrastructure planning, improving road safety, and expanding bike lanes to create safer, more efficient transportation options for residents. He spoke about practical, community-focused approaches to ease the daily traffic challenges faced by Irvine citizens. 👉 Public Safety: Jeff stressed his commitment to maintaining Irvine’s high public safety standards. He discussed working closely with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure that the city continues to be a safe place for families, and he touched on tackling specific issues like theft and irresponsible e-bike use. 👉 Sustainable Growth: Another focus of Jeff's campaign is sustainable development. He emphasized preserving open spaces while accommodating necessary growth, ensuring Irvine maintains its unique character. He is committed to smart, balanced development that includes housing for all income levels, ensuring teachers, first responders, and healthcare workers can afford to live in the city they serve. 👉 Advancing Projects at the Great Park: Jeff also brought attention to stalled projects at the Great Park and discussed his plan to move these forward. He believes that developing the Great Park’s resources and infrastructure is essential for both recreational use and the broader community, and he’s dedicated to ensuring it meets the needs of Irvine residents. Jeff’s focus on practical solutions and community-driven leadership aims to address the needs of District 2 while preserving Irvine’s reputation as one of the safest, most vibrant cities in California. Find out more about Jeff at website at jeffstarke.com #JeffStarke #IrvineCityCouncil #District2 #TheRaadLife #PublicSafety #SustainableGrowth #TrafficSolutions #GreatPark #communityfirst #IrvineFuture #CommunityLeadership #SmartDevelopment #SafeNeighborhoods #BalancedGrowth #InnovativeSolutions #IrvineStrong #LocalLeadership #BetterIrvine #CityCouncil2024 #SustainableLiving #BetterTransportation #OCPolitics

My latest column in The San Francisco Standard.

The fastest-growing suburb in the U.S. isn't near a major city like New York, Miami, or Los Angeles. In fact, it's in North Carolina, according to a new GOBankingRates report. The South reigned supreme, with six regions in the top 10 — Mooresville, North Carolina took the No. 1 spot on the list. States like Florida and Arizona both had two cities in the top 10, according to the report. Find the full top 10 list here: https://cnb.cx/3zB22S0

Please take a moment to read this article by Tom Chittum and understand what is truly at stake for the City of Chicago, and the impact upon its citizens.

Chicago peeps, heads up for a critically important council convening tomorrow! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Tomorrow, the Chicago City Council's Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety will convene to discuss reducing Chicago's default urban speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph. Yesterday, we published an op-ed in the Chicago Sun-Times detailing why this change is needed. This is a critical moment for our city's safety, and I urge you to join the Active Transportation Alliance in advocating for this change. As an organization dedicated to promoting safe and sustainable transportation, we want to remind you that the data is clear: speed limit reduction has been shown to decrease fatal crashes and serious injuries. This is particularly important during a time when fatal car crashes in Illinois have seen a major surge. In advance of the hearing tomorrow, please take a few minutes to reach out to your alderperson today. https://lnkd.in/gsFv_arn Send an email to your alderperson with one click and let them know that you support reducing the citywide speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph. Your voice can make a difference. Together, we can create a safer, more livable Chicago for everyone. Please take action today. The lives of our fellow Chicagoans are in the balance.

In my latest column for Chicago Tribune, I lay out a roadmap for how Mayor Johnson can take advantage of the tremendous latent potential of Chicago's business and civic community to deliver on the promise of "the city that works."

In Hollywood for the League of California Cities City Manager Conference? Come see us to say hello and learn how we're transforming strategy execution for city, county, and local government! #leagueofcaliforniacities #citymanagement #strategyexecution

See the latest issue of California Centers ⤵ High Costs, High Demand Defines Today’s Retail Reality  Many of California’s retail spaces are still sought after by tenants, but the high-cost environment proves challenging when it comes to making actual moves — whether you’re a tenant, landlord or investor. By Nellie Day; insights from – Brad Umansky, CCIM, Progressive Real Estate Partners; Scott Agajanian, City of Murrieta; Chris Premac, Coreland Companies; Kimberly Wright, Riverside County Office of Economic Development; Todd Nathanson, illi Commercial Real Estate; John Hickman, NewMark Merrill Companies, Inc. Inside This Issue: South Coast Metro  Retail destinations distinguish California’s South Coast Metro as urban center.  By Hayden Spiess —˜insights from Diane Pritchett, South Coast Metro Alliance. Maintaining Sidewalks  Can you be forced to pay for public sidewalk repairs?  By Chris Taylor - a certified access specialist with Folsom-based ADA Compliance Consultants Read the issue: https://lnkd.in/eWQVfrCN #Retail #ShoppingCenters