As we plan to strengthen connections and communities along our corridors in Montgomery County, we must consider the impact that transportation planning has on racial equity and social justice. The second session will focus on the plan area’s challenges of connectedness and pedestrian safety. The session will dive into the origins of Vision Zero, the Pedestrian Master Plan and present the latest data produced from these plans. Attendees will also hear personal stories from neighborhood champions that highlight the walking culture and pedestrian experience in the Fairland and Briggs Chaney community. Registration is required and this program has been approved for AICP and ASLA continuing education credits.
Moderator:
Lauren Campbell, Senior Transportation Planner for the Montgomery County Planning Department
Panelists:
Charles Brown Senior Researcher for Alan M. Voorhees Transportation Center
Jesse Cohn McGowan, Transportation Planner for Montgomery County Planning Department
Shannon Minnick, Director of Independent Living Services for Independence Now
Rochelle Harrod, Independence Now Representative – Independent Living Specialist in Prince George’s County