Local government is where you can make the most impact and difference in your city, but how do you go about actually interacting with your local government?

Local Government, Erfurt, Top Story, Edward ErfurtEdward ErfurtFebruary 3, 2023local government, public engagement, local politics

A Better Suburban House

A lot of suburban house models distort traditional architectural styles and patterns. Here’s a simple markup showing how they could be improved, without increasing building costs.

Erfurt, Housing, Top StoryEdward ErfurtJanuary 27, 2023housing, architecture, suburbs, developers

Jump-Starting Change in Your Community

A Strong Towns speaking event is the perfect catalyst to take the hard work of local #StrongCitizen advocates to the next level. And this year, we’re doing more of them than ever before.

Erfurt, Membership, Top StoryMichelle ErfurtMay 22, 2019

Bringing the Message to You: Highlights From Strong Towns Events in 2018

In 2018, we presented the Strong Towns message in person to over 8,000 people from diverse backgrounds and professions. We want to keep that number growing. Your membership will make it possible.

Erfurt, MembershipMichelle ErfurtNovember 15, 2018

The Power that Keep the Wheels Spinning

The enthusiasm and follow-through of committed Strong Towns members is what makes this movement happen.

Membership, Top Story, ErfurtMichelle ErfurtMay 24, 2018events

8 Lessons Learned from Starting my First Garden

With the help of our neighbors (plus YouTube), we're growing our first garden, and learning a lot along the way.

Top Story, Erfurt, Local FoodMichelle ErfurtAugust 2, 2017local food, gardening, page highlight

Why Walking is Worth the Effort for Me

Picking my son up from school in a car would undoubtedly be quicker with less effort on my part. But the benefits of walking outnumber the challenges.