P.S. Flying cars aren't on the agenda but could be
August 12, 2020
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The 2020 AARP Livable Communities Transportation Workshop will be a free, virtual gathering of AARP staff, volunteers, community partners and livability practitioners. Through three core themes — Safety, Accessibility and Resilience — the two-day workshop will share best practices, insights and inspiring next-steps for delivering a more effective transportation network for older adults and people of all ages.
ALL ARE WELCOME — REGISTER TODAY!
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All five of Main Street America’s
Commercial District Design: COVID-19 Response and Management
briefs are now online. Learn how projects involving Open Streets, parklets, pedlets, trails, parks and public amenities (among other offerings) can equip community leaders with economic recovery strategies that are safe, equitable and age-friendly.
GATHER THE GUIDES
‘Flying’ Cars Can Hit the Highway in New Hampshire
— A newly signed bill makes the Granite State the first in the nation to allow "roadable aircraft" to be driven on public roads.
Source:
Governing
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Mapping an Equitable Future
— The world appears ready to talk about some big issues. In support of such discussions, AARP is cohosting video conversations that engage national and global thought leaders on big ideas and solutions to address long-lasting disparities.
Source:
AARP Thought Leadership and International Affairs
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Are ACUs the New ADUs?
— With so many people working from their homes rather than downtown offices, the author wonders,
what if
communities start allowing "tiny storefronts (ACUs, or accessory commercial units)" to operate in residential neighborhoods in order to serve people where they are — and give businesses a chance at new customers?
Source:
Fast Company
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A Housing Head's Up!
Drew and Jonathan Scott — HGTV’s
Property Brothers —
will be AARP’s guests for a live video town hall on Wednesday, August 19 at 7 p.m. ET. Call in to the event or watch it online. Visit
AARP.org/ATMPresents
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