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William Skudlarek @willskud.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Looking forward to finally have a chance to force my normie building takes onto architects as a member of the jury for the CNU Chicago Single-Stair Design Competition!

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Chicago Single Stair Design Competition — CNU Chicago

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rprobbins.bsky.social @rprobbins.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Very factual information 💯💯💯🎯

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David Powe @davidpowe.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

CDOT lost the best of our team yesterday. We're heartbroken. In memory of Riley O'Neil, please refer to these bike racks as "Riley Racks". He led Chicago's bike parking program for several years. Our hearts are broken, but we want to make sure his legacy lives on 💙🚲 Please spread the word

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Patrick Siegman @siegman.biz · 18/05/2026

Amen. If you try to improve life safety in the US, you'll learn: 1️⃣New apartments are much safer than old homes. 2️⃣We could save many lives by building new apartments. 3️⃣US planning & building codes make building new apartments very expensive, so they are scarce.

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Modern Multifamily Buildings Provide the Most Fire Protection

A large body of research has demonstrated that apartment buildings and other types of multifamily housing can provide many benefits to a community, especially when built in high-demand areas where hou...

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Chicago made the Strongest Town Final Four but we’re up against a Wisconsin trio! Our 2025 highlights: 🏠 ADU legalization + ending parking mandates near transit 🎭 Improv that helped save CTA funding 🧰 Data tools for civic engagement 🚶 Neighborhood walking tours Vote by Fri at strongesttown.com

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Home Round 2

Developing a safe, inviting, financially resilient town is hard work. The Strongest Town Contest recognizes the work being done.

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Congress for the New Urbanism @cnunewurbanism.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

#CNU34 Keynote speakers announced: Raj Chetty, Professor of Economics @harvard.edu & Director of @oppinsights.bsky.social and @ericklinenberg.bsky.social Director of the Institute for Public Knowledge at NYU. Learn more and register today at cnu.org/cnu34 #NewUrbanism #NorthwestArkansas

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Congress for the New Urbanism @cnunewurbanism.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Sponsor CNU 34 to show leadership and invest in Northwest Arkansas's future. Help build thriving communities while positioning your business in vital conversations about growth and design. Learn more: cnu.org/cnu34/sponsor #CNU34

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CNU 34 | Sponsorship

Become a CNU 34 Sponsor today! Sponsoring CNU 34 is a powerful and impactful way to show leadership and invest in the future of Northwest Arkansas. Sponsorship demonstrates your commitment to building...

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Mike Lydon @mikelydon.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

One way to eradicate the Eric Adams deficit and then some is to simply make residents pay a nominal fee for on-street parking annually, and raise prices to match demand in commercial parking zones. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/16/n...

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A $12.6 Billion Budget Gap May Complicate Mamdani’s Affordability Plans

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Was it brought on suddenly by the storm? Maybe they could file an insurance claim?

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

I was back in Michigan but it snowed so much - I’ve heard horror stories.

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

I feel like this has changed so much from being a kid growing up in the Midwest - it used to snow so much more!

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Where is this? And can you get me the name of the developer and architect?

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Support Drake! @stevevance.net is doing a match for donations up to $500

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Steven @stevevance.net · 29/12/2025

here's a little thought about why @abundanthousingil.bsky.social endorsed @drakefor10.bsky.social for Cook County Commissioner of District 10 this month

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chlurg @chlurg.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

merry christmas to illinois, that finally freed us from ugly parking requirements (at least near transit)

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

I am still riding on the energy from Thursday night. The built environment has a bright future due to the advocacy, education, outreach and policy work from the groups involved in the Big Tent. Here’s to 2026!

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The Congress for the New Urbanism - Chicago @cnuchicago.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Who's excited to toast recent wins and make new urbanist plans for 2026 at Haymarket Brewing? Connect with us and other Chicago advocacy organizations at the second annual Big Tent Urbanist Holiday Party on Dec. 17! Details/RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/big-tent-u...

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Big Tent Urbanist Holiday Party

Join us for an end of the year celebration among urban-focused organizations in Chicago!

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The Congress for the New Urbanism - Chicago @cnuchicago.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

We had so much fun at Park(ing) Day crafting #Chicago architectural gems & chatting about homegrown solutions to affordable housing challenges! @sierraclubchicago.bsky.social @abundanthousingil.bsky.social @chicagogrowthproj.bsky.social @parkingreform.org @strongtownschicago.bsky.social

Kids color sheets of paper Chicago house cutouts outside under the el tracks in front of an assembled miniature house

Kids and adults color sheets of paper Chicago house cutouts outside under the el tracks

A kid colors sheets of paper Chicago house cutouts on a green fake grass mat installed in a parking lot fest

People discuss affordable housing in front of three models of Chicago architectural buildings under an umbrella

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The Congress for the New Urbanism - Chicago @cnuchicago.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Kicked off tonight's housing-a-thon problem-solving w/ @quigley.house.gov: "We're going to have to make really tough decisions & you're the best and brightest."✨️ Thx to @abundanthousingil.bsky.social, @parkingreform.org, @strongtownschicago.bsky.social for helping make this awesome event possible 💪

A group of new urbanists discuss issues and solutions for Chicago at DePaul University's Chaddick Institute

Rep. Mike Quigley addresses a group of new urbanists discuss at DePaul University's Chaddick Institute

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Sounds like a substack article for ENU? Or should we lobby legislators to include this in the fiscal cliff funding? 🚣

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Robie and I have officially moved out of our condo and said see you soon to our dogwalker. We have loved our neighborhood and hope to be back soon. Stay tuned for our next steps!

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

I have to tell you my story about my hatred for nacho cheese sometime

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David Powe @davidpowe.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Consider joining the team at the Chicago Dept of Transportation working on complete streets, public way policy & traffic safety! This is an exciting job for people interested in steering bikeways, ped infra, transit & planned developments in a great direction! www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/42...

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City of Chicago hiring ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER-CDOT 2025 (Project Development) in Chicago, IL | LinkedIn

Posted 6:03:37 AM. JOB ANNOUNCEMENTASSISTANT COMMISSIONER(Project Development)Department of TransportationDivision of…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

The car’s love language is blowing the horn. Have to support it

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Reminds me a bit of Tours, France

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Happy #nationaltrainday On the far right is my great grandfather, Jacob Peter Robling, who was a train conductor for the Chicago and North Western Railway Company from 1887-1932.

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

One of the last wood burning fires on Cortland St.

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

My brown line train has been completely packed for 3 stops - just left Sedgwick

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Steven @stevevance.net · 30/04/2025

Gov. Pritzker supports coach houses and ADUs As heard in his interview with @volts.wtf today about transit, energy, and housing

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

I don’t like when cars don’t stay in their lane - last minute decisions to switch. It can cause backups and confusion.

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Gary Scott @gscottjr.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

My condo went up for sale today! I have loved living here for 6 years, but am ready to start a journey owning a multi-unit building and more importantly having a yard for Robie. Interested in checking it out? Click the listing below www.atproperties.com/12326926/433...

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4337 N Troy Street #3W, Chicago, IL 60618 | MLS# 12326926 | @properties Chicago Area

Sunlight pours into this west-facing corner 2bed/1bath condo where East Albany Park meets Irving Park just half mile west of beautiful Horner Park. This top floor abode features an ideal split bedroom...

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