Explore a panel discussion from the 2019 Project Play Summit focusing on the development of trails and greenways in Southeast Michigan and Western New York. Discover how leaders are thinking small on a grand scale to connect and open neighborhoods. Learn about the opportunities and challenges this development brings, and gain insights applicable to other cities. Hear from Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, Arn Tellem of the Detroit Pistons, and Anita Twardesky of Downriver Linked Greenways as they discuss topics such as partnerships, destination development, collaboration, and sustainability. Gain valuable knowledge about urban planning and community development through this informative 35-minute talk, which includes a question and answer session.
Think Small - Making Urban Development Happen Through Trails and Greenways
The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Downriver Link Greenways
Partnerships
Destination Downriver
Detroit Pistons
Collaboration
Sustainability
Question and Answer
Taught by
The Aspen Institute