Join us virtually for this stop on the Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour Spring 2025, featuring local advocates Anna and Andrew Carley.
LOCATION: Online Event | DATE: April 24, 2025 | TIME: Noon CDT
Join us for an inspiring online workshop featuring Anna and Andrew Carley, a dynamic duo from Grand Rapids, Michigan, who are dedicated to making their city a stronger town. As leaders of the Local Conversation group Strong Towns Grand Rapids, they have spearheaded initiatives like letter writing campaigns, practicing city council testimony and advocating for more flexible housing policies. Their efforts have also united other Local Conversations across Michigan to collaborate on Strong Towns initiatives. Hosted by Norm Van Eeden Petersman, director of Movement Building at Strong Towns, this workshop offers live discussions and the opportunity for attendees to engage and have their questions answered. Meet the unsung heroes of the Strong Towns movement and be inspired to make a difference in your own community!
Andrew believe that cities should work for all users, not just those driving in cars. After graduating from Rockford High School, he moved to New York City and learned what he has been missing in his suburban upbringing. After seeing how a built environment can work for all users of the city he became obsessed with the built environment and sought to improve it in his community. When not championing public transportation and housing affordability, you can find him and his wife (Anna) exploring the town on their bikes, hiking, and enjoying all that Grand Rapids has to offer.