Downtown Bellevue's Hyperlocal Approach A Conversation With City Building Experts

The Bellevue Downtown Association invites you to their 49th Annual Celebration on February 9, 2023, featuring a fireside conversation with Jennifer Vey and Nate Storring, co-authors of 'Hyperlocal: Place Governance in a Fragmented World. ' This engaging discussion will highlight the critical role of place governance in revitalizing urban centers like Bellevue amidst a fragmented societal landscape. Vey, a senior fellow at Brookings Metro, and Storring, co-executive director of Project for Public Spaces, will discuss how hyperlocal strategies can mobilize community engagement to address diverse needs and foster inclusive development. Their dialogue will emphasize the importance of local governance structures in facilitating effective community participation and decision-making. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving dynamics of urban spaces and the collaborative efforts necessary for transformative city-building.

Join us for this important conversation on how grassroots initiatives can lead to meaningful changes in community outcomes.