March 2018
Tongue-in-cheek marketing touts downtown’s live, work, play assets — A series of humorous videos produced by the Chamber of Commerce in Chattanooga, TN, allow the city to boast about its high-speed Internet, strong job market, quality of life, and more. See them below. ...
A proven White Box model — White Box programs are becoming increasingly popular as they prove effective at driving redevelopment in city centers nationwide. Read the Milwaukee Choice Neighborhood Critical Community Improvements Plan. The White Box Grant guidelines are on page 27. ...
Revitalization project yields flexible walk/bike/drive/event space — The two-block retail corridor in downtown Kirkland, WA, was becoming less walkable as tree roots buckled sidewalk panels, creating unsightly tripping hazards. Thanks to an ambitious renovation project, Park Lane is now a pedestrian-friendly gathering space, while remaining open to vehicles, as well. Watch a video about the project below. ...