CNU is working to invigorate and vitalize streets by connecting networks, transit, sidewalks and placemakers that add value to the economy and culture of communities. Just this past week, CNU released our long-awaited guide to street networks, the Sustainable Street Network Principles, to coincide with the “#occupyTRB” exhibit at the 91st Annual TRB Conference in Washington D.C. Read a copy of the Principles by clicking on its cover below:
Gwinnett Chamber Economic Development, the Council for Quality Growth and CNU Atlanta invite you to the 2012 Gwinnett Redevelopment Forum, with keynote Speaker:
CHRISTOPHER LEINBERGER
Brookings Institute Fellow
When: January 27, 2012, 8:00am-1:30pm
Where: Atlanta Marriott Gwinnett Place, 1775 Pleasant Hill, Duluth
Registration: $55 / person. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Reserve your seat today!
Christopher Leinberger’s expertise includes downtown redevelopment, real estate, financing, and strategic planning for downtowns and suburban centers. He directs the University of Michigan’s real estate graduate studies.
The Gwinnett Redevelopment Forum is an annual event designed to educate and inform attendees on local and regional redevelopment activity, obtain an exclusive list of catalyst sites available for redevelopment in the community, provide a comprehensive overview of the revitalization tools available in the area and learn best practices from highly renowned industry experts. For more information, contact Jennifer Head at the Council for Quality Growth.
Thirsty Third Thursday (t3*)
Where: RiRa Irish Pub [back room], 1080 Peachtree Street NE (Entrance on Crescent Ave & 12th)
When: January 19, 5:30-7:30pm
What: Join us for drinks as we meet, mingle and discuss chapter happenings.
John McHenryof the Gwinnett Village CID will discuss projects and plans at the Gwinnett Village CID which include overlay districts, landscaping, sidewalks, bridge redesign and a proposed light rail line. John will also discuss their redevelopment efforts, including the upcoming Redevelopment Forum (Jan 27), which features Chris Leinberger as a keynote speaker.
The Congress for the New Urbanism has recently announced a new membership structure that aims to make membership benefits affordable to all who are interested in joining. Membership as an advocate begins at $40 and includes chapter membership among other benefits. JOIN / RENEW today!
(Click here for the complete benefits at-a-glance)
Thirsty Third Thursday (t3*)
Where: DRIP (Cafe) at Glenwood Park, 928 Garrett St SE Atlanta, GA 30316
When: December 15, 5:30-7:30pm
What: Join us for drinks as we meet, mingle and discuss chapter happenings.
We will be celebrating our fifth year as a chapter and outlining action items for 2012. Board members will give a presentation of CNU’s new reduced membership rates; please bring a friend or a colleague who may be interesting in joining!
Hope to see you all there!
Thirsty Third Thursday (t3*)
Where: RiRa Irish Pub [back room], 1080 Peachtree Street NE (Entrance on Crescent Ave & 12th)
When: October 20, 5:30-7:30pm
What: Join us for drinks as we meet, mingle and discuss chapter happenings.
This month’s Topics of Discussion is Atlanta Farmer’s Market Legislation with guest speaker Barbara Petit from Atlanta Local Food Initiative (ALFI).
Hope to see you all there!
Thirsty Third Thursday (t3*)
Where: RiRa Irish Pub [back room], 1080 Peachtree Street NE (Entrance on Crescent Ave & 12th)
When: October 20, 5:30-7:30pm
What: Join us for drinks as we meet, mingle and discuss chapter happenings.
This month’s Topics of Discussion is Ponce City Market (former City Hall East) development with guest speaker Jim Irwin from Green Street Properties.
Previously known as City Hall East, Ponce City Market is an ambitious adaptive reuse development that will introduce more than 1 million square feet of retail, office and residential space to Atlanta’s burgeoning Old Fourth Ward district. Green Street is transforming the former Sears, Roebuck and Co. distribution center into a lively, compelling neighborhood centerpiece with vibrant national and local retailers; well-proportioned, high-quality office spaces; lifestyle-focused residential offerings; and carefully considered physical links to the surrounding neighborhoods. Hope to see you all there!
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