Join us for the second stop on the Fall 2025 Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour. Deputy City Manager Rebekah Kik explains how to activate local development through pre-approved plans.
LOCATION: Virtual Workshop | DATE: September 25, 2025 | TIME: 12-1 p.m. CDT
Rebekah Kik, deputy city manager for the city of Kalamazoo, Michigan, explores how pre-approved housing plans can catalyze small-scale, community-led development. In partnership with organizations like the Incremental Development Alliance and regional government agencies, Kik has spearheaded housing reform efforts that remove barriers for Kalamazoo entrepreneurs.
In this session, Kik will walk through the mechanics and benefits of pre-approved housing plans, offering practical guidance for anyone aiming to empower local builders and boost resilient, neighborhood-scale growth. You’ll also hear about Strong Towns’ housing toolkits — a key resource you can use to transform the housing landscape in your city.
This workshop is worth 1 AICP continuing education credit.
This session is FREE for Strong Towns Members!
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