Carlee Alm-LaBar
Chief of Staff at Strong Towns who manages teams, operations, and programs focused on translating the organization's ideas into local action and scaling member-led change.
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Apr 23, 2025 • 53min
How To Handle the Bureaucracy of Local Government
Kevin Blanchard, the CEO of Downtown Lafayette, and Carlee Alm-LaBar, Chief of Staff at Strong Towns, share their insights from their time as city staff in Lafayette, Louisiana. They discuss the challenges of balancing community demands with bureaucratic hurdles, emphasizing the fear and scarcity mindset that stifles innovation. They also delve into the intricate dynamics of property rights and zoning laws, and how citizen engagement is vital for navigating local governance. Their experiences reveal the importance of empathy and collaboration in driving community progress.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 38min
When a Town's Biggest Taxpayer Becomes Its Biggest Problem
Carlee Alm-LaBar, chief of staff at Strong Towns and former city staff in Lafayette, dives into the challenges of mall decline and its impact on communities. She discusses how 720,000 square feet of vacant mall space can create budget issues and blight. Carlee highlights the nostalgia behind mall construction and the mismatched scale between large malls and small towns. They debate the effectiveness of redeveloping these sites for housing and emphasize the need for supporting local developers and breaking large properties into smaller parcels.
Nov 12, 2025 • 56min
5 Ways Ordinary People Are Making Their Places Stronger
Join Carlee Alm-LaBar, Chief of Staff at Strong Towns, and John Reuter, former city council member, as they dive into grassroots efforts transforming communities. They share inspiring stories of housing innovations like Monty Anderson's 'Roommate House' and creative solutions, such as curb chalking for pedestrian safety in San Diego. The conversation highlights the significance of community involvement in implementing policies and eliminating unnecessary parking mandates to boost local businesses. Tune in for practical tips on strengthening neighborhoods!
