Success Stories


See the impact that Strong Towns is making

Strong Towns is making an impact across the nation.

From Fate, Texas to Indianapolis, Indiana, the Strong Towns message is actively shaping local decisions and creating positive change in cities, towns and neighborhoods nationwide. Here are some of our recent successes.

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Strong Towns Members Made This Happen
Strong Towns Members Made This Happen

Our members have catalyzed a movement that reaches tens of thousands of people every week.

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Why State DOTs Keep Making the Same Mistakes... and How to Break That Cycle

State transportation departments are often maddeningly resistant to change, and can be the biggest obstacle facing safe-streets advocates. A new article series from Smart Growth America digs deep into what has to happen—and is happening—to reform these agencies from the inside.

This Video Reveals the Not-so-Secret History of Deadly Street Design

America’s deadly streets are a slow-rolling emergency, thanks in part to the engineering practice of designing city streets just like wide-open highways. A new video influenced by Strong Towns thinking explores the history of this disastrous idea.

"Shouting statistics at people won’t change their minds."

One Strong Towns member on what he’s gained from being part of the movement.

Strong Towns is inspiring a movement for change.

Every day, we see our members taking action in their communities based on ideas and strategies they've learned from Strong Towns. Here are some of the actions we've inspired:

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A Strong Towns Member Toured 6 Places on the Right Track
A Strong Towns Member Toured 6 Places on the Right Track

A tour of 6 successful towns helped one Strong Towns member to better understand what makes a community resilient. His journey offers lessons for all of us.

What’s the role of the police department in building strong towns?
What’s the role of the police department in building strong towns?

Strong Towns member and Chief of Police for Cleburne, TX, Robert Severance shares his perspective.

Combatting Crime Through Neighborhood Connections
Combatting Crime Through Neighborhood Connections

On the Eastside of Olympia, WA, one Strong Towns member has helped to lead a series of neighborhood events in response to crime concerns.

Ann Arbor Residents are Saying "Yes" to New Development
Ann Arbor Residents are Saying "Yes" to New Development

And they’re getting noticed for it.

Strong Towns is leading a national conversation.

Strong Towns ideas and leaders are frequently featured in local and national media. Here are some recent features:

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Why Bikes, Scooters and Small-Scale Transportation are the Future of our Cities
Why Bikes, Scooters and Small-Scale Transportation are the Future of our Cities

Strong Towns president, Chuck Marohn, shares his perspective on this episode of The Outspoken Cyclist radio show.

Shreveport's Inner City Connector Spotlighted in National Report on Highway Boondoggles
Shreveport's Inner City Connector Spotlighted in National Report on Highway Boondoggles

Strong Towns’ coverage is part of a national report on wasteful highway spending.

We Contributed to an International Art Exhibition
We Contributed to an International Art Exhibition

Strong Towns’ writing is part of the Irish Pavilion at the prestigious Venice Biennale of Architecture.

Ann Arbor Residents are Saying "Yes" to New Development
Ann Arbor Residents are Saying "Yes" to New Development

And they’re getting noticed for it.

Strong Towns is getting recognized.

The Strong Towns message is taking hold and getting noticed around the world. Here's what people are saying about the Strong Towns movement:

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

Who doesn't want to be a Strong Town?
Who doesn't want to be a Strong Town?

Here's what two people who attended a recent Strong Towns event had to say about our message and its impact.

Why support Strong Towns? 6 members give their answers.
Why support Strong Towns? 6 members give their answers.

Whether you're a planner, a neighborhood advocate or an elected official, Strong Towns offers something for everyone.

One Million Strong
One Million Strong

Some thoughts on being named one of the 100 Most Influential Urbanists. 

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