What if we paid as much attention to playgrounds and broken sidewalks like we do with potholes on the streets? #8-80Cities
— Community Transit (@MyCommTrans) September 24, 2014
Community Transit made an excellent observation that we put so much emphasis on fixing potholes and repairing streets, but broken sidewalks and playgrounds get the shaft. Maybe it’s time to give attention to other public facilities.
Stephen is an urban planner with a passion for sustainable, livable, and diverse cities. He is especially interested in how policies, regulations, and programs can promote positive outcomes for communities. Stephen lives in Kenmore and primarily covers land use and transportation issues for The Urbanist.