MEETING OF THE MINDSABOUT USEVENTSARTICLESTHE FUTURE OF MOBILITY IN

THE BOSTON REGION

Now, as the trial of Derek Chauvin comes to a guilty verdict in Minneapolis and the whole country reflects on the legacy of that verdict, we have to remember another senseless murder – another young Black man, Daunte Wright, at the hands of law enforcement, just miles from the courthouse. Again, Minneapolis is all of us. 6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an THE SMART CITIES TOOLKIT FOR SMART URBAN PARKS The toolkit is designed for city and park managers, advocates, and anyone interested in utilizing technology in parks. In addition to providing example technologies, the toolkit rates each one based on how it impacts health, community access, water efficiency, and a number of other criteria, includes tips for implementation, as well as presents creative ideas for establishing partnerships and 3 KEY STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT USING Here are the key elements that define Soofa’s approach to successful civic engagement using technology. 1. Make it Easy to Engage Constituents: Provide a Democratized, Easy, and Fun Way for Humans to Promote the Quality of Life in their Community Online and Offline. Giving a voice to a city, its people, and its businesses is what makes

a

CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed 5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for PATHWAYS TO URBAN SUSTAINABILITY: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Pathways to Urban Sustainability. Under the auspices of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the Science and Technology for Sustainability Program is conducting a study by using examples from metropolitan regions to understand how sustainable practices could contribute to the development, growth and regeneration of major metropolitan regions WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICE Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

MEETING OF THE MINDSABOUT USEVENTSARTICLESTHE FUTURE OF MOBILITY IN

THE BOSTON REGION

Now, as the trial of Derek Chauvin comes to a guilty verdict in Minneapolis and the whole country reflects on the legacy of that verdict, we have to remember another senseless murder – another young Black man, Daunte Wright, at the hands of law enforcement, just miles from the courthouse. Again, Minneapolis is all of us. 6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an THE SMART CITIES TOOLKIT FOR SMART URBAN PARKS The toolkit is designed for city and park managers, advocates, and anyone interested in utilizing technology in parks. In addition to providing example technologies, the toolkit rates each one based on how it impacts health, community access, water efficiency, and a number of other criteria, includes tips for implementation, as well as presents creative ideas for establishing partnerships and 3 KEY STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT USING Here are the key elements that define Soofa’s approach to successful civic engagement using technology. 1. Make it Easy to Engage Constituents: Provide a Democratized, Easy, and Fun Way for Humans to Promote the Quality of Life in their Community Online and Offline. Giving a voice to a city, its people, and its businesses is what makes

a

CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed 5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for PATHWAYS TO URBAN SUSTAINABILITY: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Pathways to Urban Sustainability. Under the auspices of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the Science and Technology for Sustainability Program is conducting a study by using examples from metropolitan regions to understand how sustainable practices could contribute to the development, growth and regeneration of major metropolitan regions WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICE Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

ABOUT MEETING OF THE MINDS Begun in 2012, the Meeting of the Minds digital publishing platform has published over 1,000 articles by over 600 urban practitioners from all over the world. MeetingoftheMinds.org and the Meeting of the Minds Newsletter is a go-to resource for VIPs and change-makers working on the future of sustainable, resilient, equitable and smart cities. SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK To clarify the idea of sustainable parks further, here is a look at a few examples currently in use, as well as insight into why they’re working so well: 1. Bryant Park, New York City. Just blocks from Times Square in New York City, Bryant Park is a beautifully redesigned, sustainable park used as an example of sustainability by The American LIFE IS A HIGHWAY: ROADWAYS AS PLATFORMS FOR INNOVATION Life is a Highway: Roadways as Platforms for Innovation. On May 19, 2021, Meeting of the Minds convened a free, live webinar featuring Steve Hamilton, a Senior Manager in Deloitte’s Infrastructure & Capital Projects Practice and Steve Truebner, Sales Director, Connected Communities for Black & Veatch. Watch Archive Recording. CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed 4 TESTED TECHNIQUES TO CATALYZE SMALL TOWN REDEVELOPMENT Driving into a town with a boarded-up Main Street or a row of abandoned factories make it look like the community has been the victim of a destructive economic process. In truth, the devastation that is apparent on the surface is really a symptom of deeper social and institutional problems that have been going on for a very long time. I have four strategies for you to make your rural TOP 10 US CITIES FOR PEOPLE, PROFIT, PLANET Every year, one hundred major cities are ranked by how well they support people, profit, and the planet. Starting with New York, ranked number one in the United States, we discuss the lessons and challenges of our top ten cities as ranked in the Arcadis Sustainable Cities Index (40-page report). Arcadis is a global design and consulting

firm.

WHAT DO WE NEED TO BUILD SUSTAINABLE CITIES? Make urban areas accessible by car-free mobility; invest in viable alternatives for walking, biking, and public transportation. These necessary changes don’t sound easy, and there’s clearly no single answer to the question of what we need to build sustainable cities

(and soon).

URBAN PLANNING IN 3D: HOW CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN LEADS TO "The ancients built Valdrada on the shores of a lake, with houses all verandas one above the other, and high streets whose railed parapets look out over the water. Thus the traveler, arriving, sees two cities: one erect above the lake, and the other reflected, upside down. Nothing exists or happens in the one Valdrada that the other Valdrada does not repeat, because the city was so constructed BEHAVIOR CHANGE TACTICS FOR URBAN CHALLENGES The Meeting of the Minds Behavior Change Project features twelve case studies comprised of international, cross-disciplinary change initiatives that have been successful because their leaders intentionally worked to change human behavior in their field. 12 KPIS TO EVALUATE SUCCESS OF URBAN MICRO-MOBILITY PROGRAMS In the past few years, micro-mobility services have been arriving at unprecedented speed and scale to cities that are oftentimes ill-prepared to manage them. Typically, these services are introduced by private operators and are deployed as a “floating” system, meaning that only the vehicles themselves are physically present in public spaces. Legislation does not clearly define these new MEETING OF THE MINDSABOUT USEVENTSARTICLESTHE FUTURE OF MOBILITY IN

THE BOSTON REGION

Now, as the trial of Derek Chauvin comes to a guilty verdict in Minneapolis and the whole country reflects on the legacy of that verdict, we have to remember another senseless murder – another young Black man, Daunte Wright, at the hands of law enforcement, just miles from the courthouse. Again, Minneapolis is all of us. ABOUT MEETING OF THE MINDS Begun in 2012, the Meeting of the Minds digital publishing platform has published over 1,000 articles by over 600 urban practitioners from all over the world. MeetingoftheMinds.org and the Meeting of the Minds Newsletter is a go-to resource for VIPs and change-makers working on the future of sustainable, resilient, equitable and smart cities. 6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. 3 KEY STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT USING Here are the key elements that define Soofa’s approach to successful civic engagement using technology. 1. Make it Easy to Engage Constituents: Provide a Democratized, Easy, and Fun Way for Humans to Promote the Quality of Life in their Community Online and Offline. Giving a voice to a city, its people, and its businesses is what makes

a

SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK 5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed PATHWAYS TO URBAN SUSTAINABILITY: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Pathways to Urban Sustainability. Under the auspices of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the Science and Technology for Sustainability Program is conducting a study by using examples from metropolitan regions to understand how sustainable practices could contribute to the development, growth and regeneration of major metropolitan regions WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICE Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

MEETING OF THE MINDSABOUT USEVENTSARTICLESTHE FUTURE OF MOBILITY IN

THE BOSTON REGION

Now, as the trial of Derek Chauvin comes to a guilty verdict in Minneapolis and the whole country reflects on the legacy of that verdict, we have to remember another senseless murder – another young Black man, Daunte Wright, at the hands of law enforcement, just miles from the courthouse. Again, Minneapolis is all of us. ABOUT MEETING OF THE MINDS Begun in 2012, the Meeting of the Minds digital publishing platform has published over 1,000 articles by over 600 urban practitioners from all over the world. MeetingoftheMinds.org and the Meeting of the Minds Newsletter is a go-to resource for VIPs and change-makers working on the future of sustainable, resilient, equitable and smart cities. 6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. 3 KEY STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT USING Here are the key elements that define Soofa’s approach to successful civic engagement using technology. 1. Make it Easy to Engage Constituents: Provide a Democratized, Easy, and Fun Way for Humans to Promote the Quality of Life in their Community Online and Offline. Giving a voice to a city, its people, and its businesses is what makes

a

SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK 5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed PATHWAYS TO URBAN SUSTAINABILITY: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Pathways to Urban Sustainability. Under the auspices of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the Science and Technology for Sustainability Program is conducting a study by using examples from metropolitan regions to understand how sustainable practices could contribute to the development, growth and regeneration of major metropolitan regions WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICE Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

ABOUT MEETING OF THE MINDS Begun in 2012, the Meeting of the Minds digital publishing platform has published over 1,000 articles by over 600 urban practitioners from all over the world. MeetingoftheMinds.org and the Meeting of the Minds Newsletter is a go-to resource for VIPs and change-makers working on the future of sustainable, resilient, equitable and smart cities. LIFE IS A HIGHWAY: ROADWAYS AS PLATFORMS FOR INNOVATION Life is a Highway: Roadways as Platforms for Innovation. On May 19, 2021, Meeting of the Minds convened a free, live webinar featuring Steve Hamilton, a Senior Manager in Deloitte’s Infrastructure & Capital Projects Practice and Steve Truebner, Sales Director, Connected Communities for Black & Veatch. Watch Archive Recording. TOP 10 US CITIES FOR PEOPLE, PROFIT, PLANET Every year, one hundred major cities are ranked by how well they support people, profit, and the planet. Starting with New York, ranked number one in the United States, we discuss the lessons and challenges of our top ten cities as ranked in the Arcadis Sustainable Cities Index (40-page report). Arcadis is a global design and consulting

firm.

4 TESTED TECHNIQUES TO CATALYZE SMALL TOWN REDEVELOPMENT Driving into a town with a boarded-up Main Street or a row of abandoned factories make it look like the community has been the victim of a destructive economic process. In truth, the devastation that is apparent on the surface is really a symptom of deeper social and institutional problems that have been going on for a very long time. I have four strategies for you to make your rural TREES PLAY A KEY ROLE IN A SUSTAINABLE URBAN FUTURE Urban trees remove over 710,000 tons of air pollution per year in the U.S., which has a major impact on fighting respiratory illnesses like asthma. Trees also filter up to 80% of phosphorus out of stormwater before it pollutes waterways and drinking water. And tree canopy shade, along with evapotranspiration (the return of water vapor from trees and vegetation back to the atmosphere), can WHAT DO WE NEED TO BUILD SUSTAINABLE CITIES? Make urban areas accessible by car-free mobility; invest in viable alternatives for walking, biking, and public transportation. These necessary changes don’t sound easy, and there’s clearly no single answer to the question of what we need to build sustainable cities

(and soon).

THE SMART CITIES TOOLKIT FOR SMART URBAN PARKS The toolkit is designed for city and park managers, advocates, and anyone interested in utilizing technology in parks. In addition to providing example technologies, the toolkit rates each one based on how it impacts health, community access, water efficiency, and a number of other criteria, includes tips for implementation, as well as presents creative ideas for establishing partnerships and BEHAVIOR CHANGE TACTICS FOR URBAN CHALLENGES The Meeting of the Minds Behavior Change Project features twelve case studies comprised of international, cross-disciplinary change initiatives that have been successful because their leaders intentionally worked to change human behavior in their field. 12 KPIS TO EVALUATE SUCCESS OF URBAN MICRO-MOBILITY PROGRAMS In the past few years, micro-mobility services have been arriving at unprecedented speed and scale to cities that are oftentimes ill-prepared to manage them. Typically, these services are introduced by private operators and are deployed as a “floating” system, meaning that only the vehicles themselves are physically present in public spaces. Legislation does not clearly define these new URBAN PLANNING IN 3D: HOW CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN LEADS TO By Rebecca Cooper. Rebecca Lyn Cooper is a strategist and consultant on the trends, challenges and business processes of the urban planning and design disciplines for the Dassault Systemes 3DEXPERIENCity team, working with clients from university researchers to elected officials to help calibrate technical tools and software products to assist in their work addressing mobility, CONTACT US - MEETING OF THE MINDS Catalyzing the transition to sustainable, livable, equitable cities through a peer-to-peer publishing platform designed for urban

practitioners.

6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK TREES PLAY A KEY ROLE IN A SUSTAINABLE URBAN FUTURE Urban trees remove over 710,000 tons of air pollution per year in the U.S., which has a major impact on fighting respiratory illnesses like asthma. Trees also filter up to 80% of phosphorus out of stormwater before it pollutes waterways and drinking water. And tree canopy shade, along with evapotranspiration (the return of water vapor from trees and vegetation back to the atmosphere), can THE SMART CITIES TOOLKIT FOR SMART URBAN PARKS The toolkit is designed for city and park managers, advocates, and anyone interested in utilizing technology in parks. In addition to providing example technologies, the toolkit rates each one based on how it impacts health, community access, water efficiency, and a number of other criteria, includes tips for implementation, as well as presents creative ideas for establishing partnerships and WHAT DO WE NEED TO BUILD SUSTAINABLE CITIES? Make urban areas accessible by car-free mobility; invest in viable alternatives for walking, biking, and public transportation. These necessary changes don’t sound easy, and there’s clearly no single answer to the question of what we need to build sustainable cities (and soon). What is clear, however, is that cities are reliant upon

their

5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICE Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed CONTACT US - MEETING OF THE MINDS Catalyzing the transition to sustainable, livable, equitable cities through a peer-to-peer publishing platform designed for urban

practitioners.

6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK TREES PLAY A KEY ROLE IN A SUSTAINABLE URBAN FUTURE Urban trees remove over 710,000 tons of air pollution per year in the U.S., which has a major impact on fighting respiratory illnesses like asthma. Trees also filter up to 80% of phosphorus out of stormwater before it pollutes waterways and drinking water. And tree canopy shade, along with evapotranspiration (the return of water vapor from trees and vegetation back to the atmosphere), can THE SMART CITIES TOOLKIT FOR SMART URBAN PARKS The toolkit is designed for city and park managers, advocates, and anyone interested in utilizing technology in parks. In addition to providing example technologies, the toolkit rates each one based on how it impacts health, community access, water efficiency, and a number of other criteria, includes tips for implementation, as well as presents creative ideas for establishing partnerships and WHAT DO WE NEED TO BUILD SUSTAINABLE CITIES? Make urban areas accessible by car-free mobility; invest in viable alternatives for walking, biking, and public transportation. These necessary changes don’t sound easy, and there’s clearly no single answer to the question of what we need to build sustainable cities (and soon). What is clear, however, is that cities are reliant upon

their

5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICE Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed URBAN SUSTAINABILITY ARTICLES by Shin-pei Tsay, Uber, Luca Giaramidaro, Perkins & Will, and Gerry Tierney, Perkins & Will. More than ever, urban transit services are in need of sustainable and affordable solutions to better serve all members of our diverse communities, not least among ABOUT MEETING OF THE MINDS Begun in 2012, the Meeting of the Minds digital publishing platform has published over 1,000 articles by over 600 urban practitioners from all over the world. MeetingoftheMinds.org and the Meeting of the Minds Newsletter is a go-to resource for VIPs and change-makers working on the future of sustainable, resilient, equitable and smart cities. MEETING OF THE MINDS 2021 PROSPECTUS Meeting of the Minds Prospectus. Meeting of the Minds is a 501-c3 non-profit based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We were founded in the late 1990s as a spin-off of the World Bank Institute. At that time, we were a magazine for city leaders to share solutions as urbanization was starting to become a major trend and topic area.

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Catalyzing the transition to sustainable, livable, equitable cities through a peer-to-peer publishing platform designed for urban

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BEHAVIOR CHANGE ARTICLE SERIES Behavior Change Tactics for Urban Challenges. In this report, we highlight 12 case studies that detail ways that behavior change techniques have been successfully used to help resolve challenges in cities – from criminal justice reform to affordable housing to the

opioid epidemic.

5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK Storm water capturing. Wetlands for increased flood control. Recycling bins for park patrons. On-site composting. ADA access when possible. To clarify the idea of sustainable parks further, here is a look at a few examples currently in use, as well as insight into why they’re working so well: 1. Bryant Park, New York City. 3 KEY STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT USING The idea of multi-channel civic engagement and the role of the grassroots community marketer is being implemented by forward-thinking smart city leaders who understand the importance—and economic benefits—of giving their constituents a voice. More investments are being made into digital systems that reach and engage the public. THE SMART CITY STARTER SET As with AMI and smart lighting, the core benefit is efficiency, in this case in the form of reduced energy and water consumption. If the building design is extended to include technologies such as roof-top energy generation and water recycling, then it is increasingly possible to create, at reasonable cost, zero net impact buildings. Smart buildings may also incorporate green roofs, both to URBAN PLANNING IN 3D: HOW CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN LEADS TO By Rebecca Cooper. Rebecca Lyn Cooper is a strategist and consultant on the trends, challenges and business processes of the urban planning and design disciplines for the Dassault Systemes 3DEXPERIENCity team, working with clients from university researchers to elected officials to help calibrate technical tools and software products to assist in their work addressing mobility, CONTACT US - MEETING OF THE MINDS Catalyzing the transition to sustainable, livable, equitable cities through a peer-to-peer publishing platform designed for urban

practitioners.

6 PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING WALKABLE SPACES It may sound like a no brainer, but nailing down the data is the foundation for getting buy-in for tackling next step actions and critical strategy for reducing speeds and putting people first. A sound analysis sets the stage for addressing outdated policies and road design, and allows for consideration of tackling the most equitable projects first. SUSTAINABLE PARKS AND WHY THEY WORK TREES PLAY A KEY ROLE IN A SUSTAINABLE URBAN FUTURE Urban trees remove over 710,000 tons of air pollution per year in the U.S., which has a major impact on fighting respiratory illnesses like asthma. Trees also filter up to 80% of phosphorus out of stormwater before it pollutes waterways and drinking water. And tree canopy shade, along with evapotranspiration (the return of water vapor from trees and vegetation back to the atmosphere), can THE SMART CITIES TOOLKIT FOR SMART URBAN PARKS The toolkit is designed for city and park managers, advocates, and anyone interested in utilizing technology in parks. In addition to providing example technologies, the toolkit rates each one based on how it impacts health, community access, water efficiency, and a number of other criteria, includes tips for implementation, as well as presents creative ideas for establishing partnerships and WHAT DO WE NEED TO BUILD SUSTAINABLE CITIES? Make urban areas accessible by car-free mobility; invest in viable alternatives for walking, biking, and public transportation. These necessary changes don’t sound easy, and there’s clearly no single answer to the question of what we need to build sustainable cities (and soon). What is clear, however, is that cities are reliant upon

their

5 WAYS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ROAD PROJECTS A study of more than 20 national and sub-national road-infrastructure delivery systems across the world was undertaken, to uncover root causes and improvement pathways. In consultation with leading industry experts, we developed a diagnostic for MID-SIZED CITIES ARE THE FUTURE OF CITIES, HERE ARE THREE Mid-Sized Cities are the Future of Cities, Here are Three Reasons Why. The success of very large cities is well documented, as is the strife of small town America. Digging deeper, however, reveals an even more dynamic economic landscape at the local level. From this view, mid-sized cities emerge as those with the most potential to lead an WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD SHIFT TO PROVIDING PARKING AS A SERVICEWHY ARE COMPUTERS SO FRUSTRATING Through the use of smart sensors and LED screens, drivers can receive not only real-time updates of available spaces, but also guidance that communicates exactly where the spaces are located. This extra layer of service can minimize the time spent searching for an open space, cutting down on stress and providing better service overall from the

moment of arrival.

CITY PARKS AND HOMELESSNESS Keri Bales spent over 25 years on the streets of Los Angeles. Her entire world — a tent, some belongings and her dog, Luckybutt — could be found in a small, hidden-away area nestled between the train tracks and a city park. It took 25 years before an advocate stopped by to have a real conversation with her, which culminated in her finally being connected with the resources she needed CONTACT US - MEETING OF THE MINDS Catalyzing the transition to sustainable, livable, equitable cities through a peer-to-peer publishing platform designed for urban

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I spoke last week with Krishna Desai from Cubic Transportation, and we discussed three big problems facing transportation, and the ways that Cubic is approaching these challenges: 1) If (or when) more workers return to traditional on-location jobs, but feel a lingering distrust of crowded spaces, people who can afford it may opt for private cars instead of using public transit for their commute. This will create a massive influx of cars on roads that were already crowded, and more financial woes for transit agencies already dealing with budget shortfalls. Krishna told me about a suite of optimization tools Cubic is deploying in places like Mexico and San Francisco to make public transit more efficient, more transparent, and, overall, more attractive to riders. 2) For the time being, though, we’re dealing with the opposite problem. How can transit agencies find ways to influence user behavior in a way that complies with social distancing and capacity requirements? How can you incentivize riders to wait for the next bus? (In a way that doesn’t alienate them forever – see #1). Cubic has deployed a loyalty/advertising program in Miami-Dade County that was originally intended to increase ridership, but is now being used to help control crowding and social distancing on transit. 3) Transportation infrastructure, in generally, was not built to accomodate 6-feet of separation between riders – or between workers. Little things like, for example, opening gates, requires workers to be closer than 6-feet to riders, and there are examples like that throughout every transit hub. Technology can help, but creating and implementing software/hardware solutions quickly and efficiently requires experience with innovation, deployment, maintenance and more. Cubic has a program called Project Rebound that shows the

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