Smart Growth America

Showing some love for all things smart growth today 💕

Land use planning is one of the most powerful—and often overlooked—tools to reduce emissions and build climate resilience. That’s why we’re excited to share Climate and Land Use Planning: A Policy Guide for U.S. States & Territories, a new resource from the U.S. Climate Alliance. Check out the guide ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eAp9vb-N The guide offers actionable policies for states to align land use planning and climate goals, from location-efficient development to protecting natural and working lands. It also highlights the benefits of smart growth, including how to develop more affordable housing, provide greater access to jobs, and create more equitable outcomes.

A bill introduced in Maryland calls on state legislators to improve road safety by removing barriers to speed reduction. Learn more about this much-needed leadership at the state level to prioritize safety over speed on our roadways in this blog by London Weier ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eQmRQGAw

Join us on February 27 from 12-1:30 p.m. ET to learn more about their new zoning reform technical assistance program! Learn more and sign up today 👇 https://lnkd.in/edv-wmtB

There's still one week left to apply to support our Complete Streets Leadership Academy! If you're a firm or individual with technical expertise on things like quick-build projects, we'd love to work with you! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dg7ikfau 

Communities in Massachusetts are reforming their zoning policies and advocating for more diverse, affordable housing options. We're excited to continue our partnership with local community-based organizations in our next round of technical assistance that aims to advance equitable zoning and housing initiatives around the state of Massachusetts! Read more about the three communities we're working with and what we plan to accomplish in this blog by Sam Gordon ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/ewhN9zW4

🚨 The #CompleteStreets page on the Federal Highway Administration's website was removed, taking decades of life-saving research and proven solutions with it. At Smart Growth America, we've convened our National Complete Streets Coalition to support communities nationwide with advancing road safety for all, because we know that regardless of who you are, how you choose to get around, and where you live, safety is a priority for everyone. In the wake of agency shutdowns and funding freezes, the Complete Streets movement—which has been around for decades—needs your voice to keep this the momentum going. Learn more ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/en4stxcn

We're hosting a teach-in with the DC Transportation Equity Network about the intersection of disability rights and transportation on 2/27 from 6-7:30 p.m. at our office in DC! Learn more and sign up to join us: https://lnkd.in/dvASjWZx We’ll be discussing the recent update to the District’s Olmstead Plan, a community integration plan for people with disabilities. Hope to see you there!

We're seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide technical expertise on #CompleteStreets for our upcoming Complete Streets Leadership Academy! Learn more about this opportunity and apply today ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dg7ikfau The deadline to submit is Tuesday, February 18, 11:59 p.m. EST. We're excited to hear from you!

Today is Transit Equity Day, which recognizes the courageous acts of civil rights icon, Rosa Parks. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of equitable public transit. This includes rural communities. Learn more ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eHHD2Kgk