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WHAT'S UP, WELLAND | S3E18 🎙 When a municipality commits to downtown revitalization, the pivotal place to start is with a visionary and well-informed plan. That’s where the City of #WellandON finds itself and that’s exactly what we’re doing. Consultants have been chosen, community engagement will soon commence, and a downtown-focussed improvement plan will take shape. Grant Munday, the City’s director of planning and development services, discusses the what, why, and how of updating the Downtown Community Improvement Plan, the economic significance of downtown revitalization, and how critical a component public consultation and engagement will be throughout this phased endeavour. https://lnkd.in/ed653ihE

Learn more about the section of US31N in East Bay Township, monikered as the Beach District, and take the public engagement survey!

"Because we believe in harnessing and multiplying the power of place, we lead projects that impact (and sometimes create) civic infrastructure and enhance third places, all while keeping their authenticity and character as the city grows." Learn how REV Birmingham and Woodlawn United are using the power of place to support civic infrastructure. Read here: https://bit.ly/3xjtphP

Looking forward to 2024, what are some of the economic development priorities of Allegany County? What were some of the success and challenges from 2023? Visit the link below to read the Allegany County economic development year in review and learn more about what the future holds for Mountain Maryland. #economicdevelopment #AlleganyCounty #westernmd

Have you ever wondered how a comprehensive plan shapes our future? Discover the mandatory elements mandated by MRSC (Municipal Research and Services Center). Watch now to dive into the essentials of urban planning and community development. How can these elements benefit our community? Let's discuss this in the comments! 💡🌍 #ComprehensivePlan #UrbanPlanning #CommunityDevelopment #MRSC #SustainableFuture

📣 NEW REPORT Today, we’re sharing a new paper reviewing neighbourhood regeneration from the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research at Sheffield Hallam University commissioned by Local Trust.   The report explores what neighbourhood regeneration has already achieved, what we can learn from the past and the steps we should take next – and outlines five fundamental elements for future programmes of neighbourhood regeneration:    1. Community-led decision-making 2. Properly resourcing community engagement  3. Being purpose driven  4. Laying solid foundations with communities before the programme even starts 5. Measuring change effectively    Read the report at: https://lnkd.in/efAW8JdY

BIG’s Housing Co-op Initiative took shape in 2023 as housing changemakers recognized the potential of deep collaboration to expand opportunities for community governance of housing and the creation of housing co-operatives. This peer learning initiative created space to share, ask questions, meet partners and advance shared goals around cooperatively managed housing. Keep an eye out as this work evolves in 2024. Read how our initiative was launched here: https://hubs.la/Q02yldqg0

Revitalizing Historic #BurlingtonCity Through Community Collaboration The latest newsletter from @MainStreetBurlington offers an inspiring look at how this #NewJersey city is driving positive change through community partnerships. A few highlights: #CommunityPolicing An independent poll explored residents' priorities like targeted foot patrols, improved lighting, and addressing abandoned properties to enhance safety. These insights can guide collaborative solutions between citizens and law enforcement. #EconomicDevelopment The mayor outlined an ambitious vision including incentives for property investment, major redevelopment projects like the historic William Allen School, and infrastructure improvements to roads and bridges. #HistoricPreservation While pursuing revitalization, the plan aims to retain Burlington City's charming character by designating conservation districts and adaptively reusing spaces like the Old Waterworks. It's a powerful example of how the #MainStreet approach, bringing together residents, businesses, and local leaders, can catalyze positive transformation. I'm inspired by communities like Burlington taking thoughtful steps towards economic vitality while celebrating their unique heritage. Read the full newsletter at https://lnkd.in/eX-cCzqt What's working in your community? How else can we support these critical revitalization efforts across #NewJersey and beyond? #RevitalizeNJ #PreservationNJ #mainstreetNJ #savingplaces

This course outlines the need for a more inclusive planning process, proposing solutions for restoring and reconnecting historically Black neighborhoods destroyed during urban renewal and introducing a community solutions-based approach as a tool for planners and engineers to take a more inclusive approach to their work. https://lnkd.in/gCqEej4f

This course outlines the need for a more inclusive planning process, proposing solutions for restoring and reconnecting historically Black neighborhoods destroyed during urban renewal and introducing a community solutions-based approach as a tool for planners and engineers to take a more inclusive approach to their work. https://lnkd.in/gCqEej4f