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Transit-Oriented Development for All Ages Join us on Nov. 30 at the Transit-Oriented Development for All Ages workshop to learn how your community can include all-age thinking in the transit development (TOD) planning process, and in plans to increase transit readiness. More communities are looking for ways to enhance livability, particularly as jurisdictions recognize the impending growth of their older adult populations over the next century. As people live longer, more of your community’s older residents will need environments that are better suited for mobility, health and independence. Transit-Oriented Development is one way to create appealing, economically vibrant and livable neighborhoods. Overall, TOD is a story of success. However, implementing it has its challenges. This workshop will offer:
Presenters: Mariia Zimmerman Panel:
About the Professional Network The Communities for All Ages Professional Network supports elected officials and city staff in assessing the age-friendliness of their jurisdictions, provides concrete ideas for discussion and planning, and serves as a forum for city and county staff to share best practices. The Professional Network continues the work of the First Suburbs Coalition and KC Communities for All Ages during the past four years as part of Community AGEnda, an initiative to help cities prepare for changing demographic trends. |
Transit-Oriented Development for All Ages Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017 Mid-America Regional Council
Registration deadline AICP credits: CM | 1.75 Event questions: Cathy Registration questions: The Professional Network is supported through grants from WJ Brace Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A.,Trustee; Menorah Heritage Foundation; Roger A. and Corinne R. Durkee Fund, Greater Kansas City Community Foundation; MARC Area Agency on Aging; and, Truman-Heartland Community Foundation. |
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