"For the first time in many years, I am optimistic about the future of our community."

One Strong Towns member on why he’s part of the movement.

Member Post, Success Story, Top StoryWilliam NeherMay 22, 2018Curbside Chat, impact, praise

Some Words of Optimism

Chuck shares what it's like to drive four hours to a Curbside Chat and find out that others traveled nearly far just to be there.

Top Story, PodcastStrong TownsJune 23, 2016Curbside Chat

Time to Change the Default

Pedestrian safety programs acknowledge a problem, but fail to truly solve it.

The Savannah Urbanism Series

Here's a video featuring Chuck Marohn, Joe Minicozzi and Kevin Klinkenberg from an event earlier this year in Savannah. The extended Q&A is a must-watch.

Top Story, Marohn, Curbside ChatCharles MarohnApril 18, 2016Savannah, Curbside Chat, Joe Minicozzi, Urban3

Member Testimonial: Beth Gehred

Strong Towns thinking has helped us become more precise in our input, and more effective in our education. Some of us as individuals have become members in order to show our appreciation, and to add to the dialog. It has been one of our best investments in helping to shape the city we want.

#1000Strong, Member Post, Top StoryBeth GehredNovember 10, 2015Curbside Chat, Fort Atkinson, member testimonials, big box stores

Part 3: Illusion of Wealth

New growth creates an illusion of wealth. Local governments experiencing growth look and feel successful. They have high revenues and very little immediate costs associated with them. Long term, as the liabilities start to come due, it is revealed that a free road isn't really free.

The Strong Towns Message in Dubuque

Over the last several years, we have seen the Strong Towns message of financial resilience and strong communities reach dozens of towns and cities across the country. Last week, the message was shared at a conference in Dubuque, Iowa by a Strong Towns member, John Griffin.