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Williamsport’s mayor to join National Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

Williamsport, Pa. — Mayor Derek Slaughter has been selected to participate in the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. The Mayors Innovation Project, supported by AARP and Smart Growth America, selected 12 mayors to join this year’s cohort based on their demonstrated leadership and commitment to  pedestrian safety.

Williamsport mayor selected for 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

City of Williamsport Mayor Derek Slaughter was selected as one of 12 U.S. mayors to join the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety.

Lima’s Smith joins pedestrian safety program

LIMA — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith announced she will join a cohort of 12 mayors from across the country for a national pedestrian safety leadership program.

Mayor Ashcraft to Join National Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

City of Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft has been selected to participate in the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. The Mayors Innovation Project, supported by AARP and Smart Growth America, selected 12 mayors to join this year’s cohort based on their demonstrated leadership and commitment to pedestrian safety.

Lauderhill Mayor Denise Grant to join National Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

Jamaican-American Mayor Denise Grant of Lauderhill has been selected to participate in the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety (MIPS), joining a group of 12 U.S. mayors dedicated to improving street safety in their communities.

Brevard’s Maureen Copelof joins ‘Mayors Innovation Project’

The Mayors Innovation Project announced the third cohort of the Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. This year, supported by AARP and Smart Growth America, 12 mayors, including Brevard Mayor Maureen Copelof, were selected through a national competitive application process to join this year’s program, according to a news release.

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin Chosen for National Pedestrian Safety Institute, Underscoring City’s Commitment to Traffic Safety

Mayor Cassie Franklin of Everett has been selected to participate in the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. The Institute, a collaboration between The Mayors Innovation Project, AARP, and Smart Growth America, chose twelve mayors committed to improving pedestrian safety. Franklin’s involvement highlights Everett’s focus on traffic safety through initiatives like the Vision Zero Everett …

Mayor Ashcraft Among 12 Selected for Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft was among just 12 mayors selected through a national competitive application process for the third cohort of the Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety (MIPS), according to a Mayors Innovation Project announcement on Wednesday, April 9. The selection process was supported by AARP and Smart Growth America.

Twelve US Mayors Selected to Join the 2025 Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

The Mayors Innovation Project is pleased to announce the third cohort of the Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety (MIPS). This year, supported by AARP and Smart Growth America, 12 mayors were selected through a national competitive application process to join this year’s cohort.

Good Ideas for Cities: 4 Key Strategies to Alleviate the Housing Crisis

By Andreas Scocos and Katya Spear, Mayors Innovation Project Throughout the US there is a significant housing shortage – estimated by some housing experts to exceed 4 million units – driving up housing costs as an increasing number of buyers and renters compete for a relatively static number of housing units. While the shortage is …