Community conversations about the analysis will bring diverse perspectives into discussions of parking utilization and build momentum to boost affordable housing production in the wake of shifting local policy, create safer more walkable neighborhoods, and allow parking to align with market demand.

We are conducting a study of parking utilization at 10 properties to understand how more flexible parking ordinances have affected off-street parking utilization and parking patterns in surrounding neighborhoods.

Thank you to Milwaukee Water Commons for asking us to work on this project and a big shout out to former staffer Ryan Scherzinger, AICP who served as lead author on this report.
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Milwaukee is a model for the nation in many ways, however, access to water-related jobs and contracts for all in the Milwaukee water sector remains an ongoing challenge, according to our new report, ”Public Procurement and Contracting in Milwaukee's Water Sector.”

Plus we had Corey Hendrix of the Bear TV show fame who led a panel, where speakers shared personal experiences and how these resources will lead to the empowerment of many Chicago communities.

The new network of smart flood sensors will be rolling out across Chicago to equip flood-vulnerable communities with the actionable data they need to stay safe, protect infrastructure, and build long-term resilience to severe storms.

The kickoff, covered by all local TV stations featured Verizon's Donna Epps, Nina Idemudia, Brandon Wong of Hyfi, and Nedra Sims Fears of Greater Chatham to discuss the Verizon Disaster Resilience Flood Sensor Initiative.

Our favorite Q and A from their 45 minute Q and A:

Q. What are you most proud of?
A. These projects are all over the city... led by people who live and work in these neighborhoods"

Oh yes, they also talk about #parking. Give it a listen!
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She has also reshaped the agency’s approach to purpose-driven strategies with a special focus on developing and implementing socially responsible initiatives that progress and foster diverse, equitable and inclusive programming to drive societal change. cnt.org/board-of-dir...

As the youngest leader at Havas Creative agency, her achievements include driving revenue growth while serving as an exceptional thought leader and mentor.

Thank you to Resilient Cities for your partnership and to attendees from near and far for your insights.

An organization that recognizes that with the world’s cities more densely populated and more interconnected than ever before, today’s new normal requires models of governance that mitigate risk and respond to evolving challenges.

CNT will be showcasing our Southeast side truck counts and Advocate’s Guide. Further details to come soon.