Today we're joined by a special guest, Jonathan Berk. Jonathan is an urban planner and placemaker based in Massachusetts. Through his work activating public spaces and shaping policy, Jonathan has become a leading voice in creating more livable, equitable communities across the state. We've followed Jonathan on social media for quite some time, and we're super excited to welcome him onto the podcast!

Learn about Jonathan's background and insights on reshaping urban environments to make them more pedestrian friendly and community-focused. Jonathan analyzes challenges in all types of spaces, such as developing neighborhoods like Boston's Seaport or retrofitting legacy destinations like Copley Square.

Jonathan emphasizes the importance of walkable neighborhoods for health, sustainability, and equity. Why is this important? Small towns face obstacles attracting investment without amenities, and revitalizing main streets helps communities remain relevant.

Enjoy this spirited discussion about urban placemaking from one of the best! Jonathan is passionate about influencing perspectives to support more housing in Massachusetts while balancing development, community needs, and policy to create livable, vibrant places.

Things we discussed in this episode:

- Creating Livable Cities Through Urban Planning

- Investment ranges for brick-and-mortar vs service industry franchises

- Activating Public Spaces for Community Use

- Developing Neighborhoods and Balancing Stakeholders

- Retrofitting Cities for Pedestrians and Prosperity

- Reviving Main Streets and Downtown Districts

- Overcoming Obstacles to Small Town Renewal

- Why Walkable Matters for People and the Planet

- Influencing Perspectives on Housing and Development

Get in touch with Jonathan:

Website - https://www.remainplaces.com/

Email - jonathan@remainplaces.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/berkie382

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-berk-1b14a020/

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