The Bottom-Up Revolution The Bottom-Up Revolution Is Offering People More Transportation Options
Dec 12, 2024
Sara Studdard, a community engagement expert and partner at City Thread, discusses the importance of diverse transportation options like walking, biking, and public transit in creating vibrant urban communities. She shares insights on how effective communication strategies can drive grassroots advocacy and enhance community collaboration with local governments. Studdard also highlights the exciting developments in Providence, Rhode Island, aiming for 45 miles of new bike and pedestrian infrastructure, showcasing how community involvement is key to transforming urban mobility.
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City Thread's Origin
- City Thread's origin lies in Sara Studdard and Kyle Wagenschutz's work at a national nonprofit.
- They questioned why U.S. cities lagged behind European counterparts in mobility and found that elected leaders lacked understanding of public opinion.
City Thread's Playbook
- City Thread's "playbook" helps cities accelerate mobility plans with four strategies: shared goals, partnerships, resourcing, and acceleration.
- These strategies build trust and accountability between residents and local government.
Providence Streets Coalition
- In Providence, Rhode Island, City Thread partnered with the city to launch the Providence Streets Coalition.
- This coalition helped build support and accelerate the construction of 42 miles of urban trails.