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Let’s start a conversation! Last week, Allison Farole, MPA, CEM, MiPEM and I discussed the concept of building community preparedness. In this, we shared an observation that our current culture has shifted away from prioritizing and fostering a sense of “community.” Modern-day society coupled with technology advancements have shifted our mind-set. We are less connected to our neighbors, colleagues, schools, towns, city-centers, etc., than at any other time in history. And our long-standing viewpoint/sense of what “community” is, no longer exists. So, the QOTD is this: How do you build community preparedness, without community being a part of your culture?

In the latest edition of Georgia's Cities magazine, GMA's Aileen Harris highlights how cities across Georgia use Community Risk Reduction (CRR) programs to tackle unique public safety risks. From large-scale disasters to everyday incidents, the CRR programs rely on data to shape strategies that improve community safety. Cities proactively address public safety challenges before they escalate by focusing on education and enforcement and fostering collaboration between local departments. Interested in learning more about how data-driven insights are making an impact? Dive into the full article to see how Georgia's cities like the City of Roswell, Georgia, City of Milton, Georgia, City of Fayetteville, GA, City of Alpharetta, and more lead the way in CRR. 👇 https://bit.ly/3Y31Ovc

When work is play in disguise, that’s when your work is wise.   Is that a famous quote or did we just make that up? 😮   Whatever. The point is, THIS could be your next playground. Yep – the incredible City of Irvine is looking to redefine community development in a big way. Are you a visionary who sees no boundaries in designing premier future focused communities?   Then this is your next play. Irvine’s Executive Director – Strategy & Development closes on 2/25.   Details ➡ https://bit.ly/irvineedsd   American Planning Association APA California APA Orange Section APA Los Angeles San Diego American Planning Association APA California - Northern Central Coast Section - American Planning Association, California Chapter #urbanplanner #communitydevelopment

Isaac Yablo is Senior Advisor for Community Safety for the City of Boston. He moves seamlessly across scales, from city-wide strategy to on-scene response. In his work, we watched how well Isaac sees people, where they are coming from, and the structures that surround them: the not visible things that are driving visible behaviors. Isaac has shown us what it can mean to be seen. Read our 2023 Year of Stories here: https://lnkd.in/gGt_nfRn The project: We worked with Isaac in co-designing an updated protocol for the city’s response to incidents of community violence. Read about some of Isaac’s work here: https://lnkd.in/e7snpWXV #communitysafety #strategy #codesign

Elevating Communities: The Impact of Short Sales on Property Values 🏘️ Did you know? Short sales, when handled strategically, can positively impact neighborhood property values by up to 15%! 💼 Gain valuable insights on addressing concerns from neighbors and fostering community well-being. Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g4FKS4ZG 🏠 and join my monthly coaching call here: https://lnkd.in/gpEndi-U #PropertyValues #CommunityResilience

The places we live, learn, work, and play should offer everyone the chance to be as healthy as possible. To realize this vision, local leaders need to prioritize the health and wellbeing of all residents when they are thinking about where to build roads, highways, sidewalks, and public transit. Communities across the country have felt the harmful impacts of what happens when residents have not been listened to or pushed aside in the decision-making process. “The highway system is one of the first things that you learn about when you start studying urban planning. But you also learn about the harm that highways created,” says Daniel D’Oca, associate professor in Practice of Urban Planning at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and principal and co-founder of Interboro Partners. There is a growing movement to take steps to right these past harms caused by transportation policy. We partnered with StoryCorps to share these stories. Listen to teachers, students, neighbors, friends, and community leaders talk about their love for their communities and ways to reconnect communities.

I have attended this conference at various times throughout my 21 years as a real estate professional... so it is a real honor to be selected as a presenter/panelist on the topic of proactive, authentic community engagement and integration as an essential aspect of affordable housing development at this year's Florida Housing Coalition Annual Statewide Affordable Housing Conference🏘💥💯. Session Deets: Turn Opposers to Supporters: Tips for Engaging Elected Officials and Stakeholders to Overcome NIMBYs Tuesday, August 27 at 3:45pm Moderator: Suzanne Cabrera, CFRE Speakers: Christic Henry, George Kruse, Jon D. Brown, Ellen O'Conner, John Rodriguez Session Summary: Too often, housing advocates struggle to gain the support of local elected officials as well as neighbors in their plans to increase housing for those most in need. When they do, at times they are met with concerns about public perceptions, lack of funding or the desire to maintain the status quo of neighborhoods. In this interactive session, participants will explore proactive strategies to address NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) opposition in housing and community development projects, emphasizing the importance of community engagement, building trust, collaboration, and understanding with stakeholders, and getting to yes with your local officials by properly framing the request. I look forward to interacting with attendees and co-presenters on this topic... and I promise to go live📸😊. #innovation #affordability #accessibility #attainable #housingforall #community #value #trustbuilding #consensusmatters #annualhousingconference #FHC

🔍 Ever wondered how we keep our programs healthy and in alignment with our vision at FCS - Focused Community Strategies? It's all about constant evaluation and staying true to our North Star - seeing neighbors flourish - and sometimes, staying true to that goal means letting programs go. We’re here to see people thrive, not programs. The Flourishing Neighborhood Index (FNI) is a key tool that allows us to make sure we’re on track. ▶️ Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eb8Bde-C

Initiatives like Grover Beach are more critical than ever. As housing insecurity and homelessness continue to affect communities nationwide, creating safe, supportive environments is essential. By offering privacy, dignity, and comprehensive services, these programs empower individuals to rebuild their lives with stability and hope. At Innovat3, we believe in the power of community-driven solutions like these, which prioritize holistic support and pave the way for lasting, positive change. This is the impact our communities need now, more than ever. #CommunityFirst #Innovat3Impact #HousingSolutions

When work is play in disguise, that’s when your work is wise.   Is that a famous quote or did we just make that up? 😮   Whatever. The point is, THIS could be your next playground. Yep – the incredible City of Irvine is looking to redefine community development in a big way. Are you a visionary who sees no boundaries in designing premier future focused communities?   Then this is your next play. Irvine’s Executive Director – Strategy & Development closes on 2/25.   Details ➡ https://bit.ly/irvineedsd American Planning Association APA California APA Orange Section Central Coast Section - American Planning Association, California Chapter APA Los Angeles San Diego American Planning Association #urbanplanning #communitydevelopment