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The People Shape The Future of Phoenix

Shane Gore

Jan 12, 2024 — 1 min read

Our city government wields surprising legal power to shape our lives—and deep-pocketed developers use their fortunes to do the same.

Collaboration, cooperation, and community organizing are the most effective ways to guarantee our seat at the decision making table.

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Phoenix and the Fireworks Frenzy: A Call for Brighter Celebrations

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Building Better Block by Block: How Strong Towns Empowers Incremental City Change

Phoenix: Stuck in Slow Gear on Traffic Calming?