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From Silos to Success: How To Make City Building More Collaborative
Oct 2, 2024
Seth Zeren, a founding member of Strong Towns, discusses the barriers created by professional silos in urban planning. He advocates for a transformative approach to city building that emphasizes collaboration across disciplines. Zeren explores the need for reforms in education to align with the collaborative demands of urban development. The conversation highlights the importance of dynamic leadership and local governance in creating thriving urban environments. Listeners gain insights into fostering teamwork for more effective city planning.
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- Emphasizing the breakdown of professional silos is crucial for fostering collaboration among architects, engineers, and developers in urban planning.
- Shifting educational approaches to encourage interdisciplinary learning is essential for producing city builders who can navigate complex community needs.
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Local Motive Training Sessions Overview
Upcoming Local Motive Training Sessions will provide live workshops designed to empower community advocates with essential tools for enhancing their localities. These sessions will be held weekly on Thursdays, beginning September 12th and running through October 31st, offering participants the flexibility to join a single session or attend all eight. Topics will cover various aspects of urban development, such as improving safety for school commutes, fostering housing that benefits neighborhoods without displacing residents, and creating community spaces using tactical urbanism. The sessions will feature a diverse lineup of guest speakers from organizations like Better Block and Incremental Development Alliance, along with insights from Strong Towns staff members.
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