Congestion isn’t a problem and road expansion isn’t a solution.
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In my tourist town, roundabouts are being offered as a “solution” to congestion. Will they actually accomplish this goal?
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This week’s guest is Connor Nielsen, a summer intern working with both Strong Towns and the geoanalytics firm, Urban3.
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I keep wondering how long the good times are going to last. And after that, what happens?
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If public officials are going to use debt to pay for things, they must be vigilant about their lack of real skin the game.
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These week, we talked about the creative yet simple steps you can take to make your city stronger.
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We hear this term a lot, but it’s never clearly defined.
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This is basic and obvious math.
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How can we be fair judges of city builders in the past while still maintaining a critical eye toward their failings?
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A new book from AARP’s Livable Communities initiative showcases 100+ examples from America’s inspiring local leaders.
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2010 was a pivotal year for Strong Towns. It’s when we connected with many of the leaders who would inspire this movement deeply.
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On April 9th, I left my home near Kansas City with my bandmates and embarked on a month-and-a-half long tour across the United States…
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These steps will make it a whole lot easier for people to age in place.
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Our biggest financial problems are not line items in a budget. They are far more systemic.
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In Minnesota, two cities made entirely of trailer homes show us a different model for affordable housing — one that’s been successfully operating for decades.
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If your city spends $30 million on new parks, then closes other parks due to a $30 million budget shortfall, something is very, very wrong.
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A pop-up music venue is making a big impact in Akron, Ohio.
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Strong Towns Pathfinder, Michelle Erfurt, shares insight on upcoming events, plus recent favorite movies and books.
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Hartford got rid of parking minimums. So can your city.
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Run your city with business principles, just don’t run it with business values.
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