What are YOUR transportation priorities for DC's next mayor & council? Share your thoughts at an October 18 public forum especially for bike, walking & transit advocates. RSVP at waba.org/event/transpoforum. @betterdcregion.bsky.social @ggwash.org

Pizza, great company, a cool venue, and an inspiring speaker – these are just a few of our favorite things about the upcoming Smart Growth Social. October 21, 2026, 6:30–9 p.m. Grab your tickets and join us: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...

Ready for a night out? Join friends, neighbors, urbanists, and community leaders at CSG’s Smart Growth Social for an evening of great pizza, drinks, and connection! Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 Includes 🍕, an open bar, and soft drinks Don’t miss it: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...

📢 WEBINAR ALERT: Shape the future of Montgomery County 📢 On Monday, Oct. 5, join MoCo Planning staff and local advocates for updates on current and upcoming master plans and a discussion about how local advocacy makes a difference! 0/5, 6 p.m. via Zoom RSVP: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Cheryl Cort @cherylcort.bsky.social from the Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social testified for transit investment as part of RFK Campus development.

🎉Alexandria's draft Duke Street Land Use Plan is released tomorrow! Join us at the celebration and open house tomorrow, Sept. 29, 7 p.m., to get a first look at what's in the plan, ask questions, and grab free BBQ & cake! Learn more: www.smartergrowth.net/virginia/cel...

Celebrate release of draft Duke Street plan! - Coalition For Smarter Growth

The City of Alexandria will be releasing the draft Duke Street Land Use Plan next week! Join their celebration and open house on September 29 from 7-9 p.m. to get a first-look at what's in the plan.

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nats season is over but metro is forever ❤️

Excited to have @yonahfreemark.com as our featured speaker at Smart Growth Social on Oct. 21! As one of the nation’s leading urban policy experts, Yonah will share key insights on transit, housing, and smart growth. Don’t miss it! RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...

Our Tysons Fall happy hour is around the corner! Gather with us to enjoy the cooler weather and learn about how you can take part in exciting campaigns to foster more walkable, transit-oriented communities. Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. Shipgarten RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/_NtNJ5B7VkOL...

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Interested in Northern Virginia’s urban planning, housing, and transit initiatives? Join us on 9/29 for an autumn evening at Shipgarten. Whether you are a professional in the land use space or a local resident, come find out how to get in on the action: secure.everyaction.com/_NtNJ5B7VkOL...

The mayor has proposed a bill to build housing and a new library in Chevy Chase. DC YIMBYs and our partners at @betterdcregion.bsky.social, Ward 3 Vision, and WIN support this bill. Tell your CM to support the Chevy Chase Disposition Approval Act (B26-0801). www.smartergrowth.net/news-parent/...

Release: Chevy Chase affordable housing supporters urge DC council to act on long-debated mixed-income housing proposal - Coalition For Smarter Growth

For Immediate Release September 22, 2026 Contact: Cheryl Cort, cheryl@smartergrowth.net Chevy Chase affordable housing supporters urge DC council to act on long-debated mixed-income housing proposal T...

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have you heard? on thursday, we're meetin' in wheaton ⬇️

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The new Wheaton Plan has kicked off, and now is a great time to start weighing in on what matters most to you. Join CSG & @montgomery4all.bsky.social on 9/24 to talk with neighbors about your vision for the future of Wheaton & chat with MoCo planners. RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/_3j0pVhCkkGM...

When we talk about missing middle housing, we usually talk about the design, layout, look, and affordability. But did you know it’s good for the environment too? Watch our reel to see why, and stay tuned to find out how you can help:

Earlier this week, the Baltimore County Council held a hearing on pursuing a Transit-Oriented Development designation for Lutherville Station. This project has been years in the making and represents a huge opportunity to add new homes and businesses right next to the light rail.

Testimony: Support for Lutherville Station TOD Designation (Baltimore County) - Coalition For Smarter Growth

Transit-connected, walkable communities are highly desirable to many people—and that makes transit, and the land around it, a valuable asset that Baltimore County can better leverage for public benefi...

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Want a free ticket to our Smart Growth Social on October 21? We’re looking for a few awesome volunteers to lend their time and talent to support our team on the night of the event! Pitch in and enjoy the party on us! Fill out our volunteer form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

The new Wheaton Plan has kicked off, and now is a great time to start weighing in on what matters most to you. Join CSG & @montgomery4all.bsky.social on 9/24 to talk with neighbors about your vision for the future of Wheaton & chat with MoCo planners. RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/_3j0pVhCkkGM...

Interested in Northern Virginia’s urban planning, housing, and transit initiatives? Join us on 9/29 for an autumn evening at Shipgarten. Whether you are a professional in the land use space or a local resident, come find out how to get in on the action: secure.everyaction.com/_NtNJ5B7VkOL...

Mark your calendars! 🍂 CSG’s annual Smart Growth Social returns to Eastern Market on Oct 21. Join 200+ urbanists & advocates & hear from keynote speaker @yonahfreemark.com on zoning, transit & housing! Oct 21, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Market Grab your ticket today: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...

CSG was proud to co-sponsor the Equitable Transit-Oriented Development Summit, hosted by the National Center for Smart Growth. Housing + Transit = Stronger, more equitable communities.

We talk a lot about what missing middle housing is, but how does it really benefit a community? Follow our 🎥 series to learn more:

Got thoughts on the future of Duke Street in Alexandria? The deadline to share feedback on the Duke Street Land Use Plan draft recommendations is September 15! www.smartergrowth.net/take-action/...

ACTION ALERT: What do you think of the Duke Street recommendations? - Coalition For Smarter Growth

The deadline to provide feedback on the draft recommendations for the Duke Street Land Use Plan has been extended to September 15.

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⏰ Action Alert! ⏰ Email the Montgomery County Planning Board to support the Friendship Heights Sector Plan Update by tomorrow at noon. It's easy with our advocacy form ⬇️

Weigh in on the Friendship Heights Sector Plan!

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Planning Board hearings on the Friendship Heights Sector Plan Update are Sept. 10th and 14th! Are you ready? ⬇️

A more welcoming + sustainable future for Friendship Heights, MD - Coalition For Smarter Growth

Send a message to the Planning Board today to let them know you support a plan that realizes the full potential of a more sustainable, welcoming, and transit-oriented Friendship Heights.

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Mark your calendars! CSG’s annual Smart Growth Social returns to Eastern Market on Oct 21. Join 200+ urbanists & advocates & hear from keynote speaker @yonahfreemark.com on zoning, transit & housing! Oct 21, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Market Grab your ticket today: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...

If you ❤️ housing near Metro, take two minutes to support new homes right near transit, safer places to bike and walk, and vibrant places to shop and hang out in Friendship Heights. Take action now: secure.everyaction.com/Ry3nBmN00Ea8...

We talk about master plans a lot, but what do they actually mean for your community? Watch to find out 👇

ICYMI: The deadline to apply for CSG's Baltimore County TOD Organizer position is tomorrow, Sept. 3rd! Learn more: www.smartergrowth.net/jobs/hiring-...

Hiring: Baltimore County Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Organizer - Coalition For Smarter Growth

The Baltimore County Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Organizer will serve as a CSG representative in Baltimore County to win support for sustainable, equitable transit-accessible communities. Apply...

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🏡 Accessory homes offer flexible, affordable living, but Fairfax County’s proposed rules still keep them out of reach for most residents. Last chance to act! Take 2 minutes to send an email to Fairfax officials today and demand sensible ALU policies: link in the comments.

We are deeply disappointed by CE Elrich’s plan to veto James Hedrick’s Planning Board appointment—again. Hedrick brings vital expertise in affordable housing at a time when MoCo needs it most. Read our joint statement with @montgomery4all.bsky.social www.smartergrowth.net/resources/le...

Help shape safer walks to the new Purple Line! @mcdotnow.bsky.social is planning 14 new sidewalk segments within a half-mile of Manchester Place Station to enhance accessibility and improve connections to this exciting new transit option. Submit feedback before August 31: bit.ly/4xmeA8n

A new toll lanes project would mean higher travel costs for Marylanders. Highway developers looking to expand the Beltway and I-270 will charge high tolls and maintain congestion in the general purpose lanes to maximize their profit. Tell Governor Moore to say no to expensive, polluting highways.