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SGA Asks: Is there a road in your neighborhood that's pedestrian unfriendly? How would you change it?

Untitled, originally uploaded to Flickr by chrissuderman Each Monday, we pose a question to our readers to encourage discussion about smart growth ideas in neighborhoods across America. You can engage in the dialogue by commenting on our Facebook page or through Twitter with @SmartGrowthUSA. If you’re not already a fan...

By Claire W., March 21, 2011

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Each Monday, we pose a question to our readers to encourage discussion about smart growth ideas in neighborhoods across America. You can engage in the dialogue by commenting on our Facebook page or through Twitter with @SmartGrowthUSA. If you’re not already a fan or a follower, be sure to sign up so you can participate.

Later in the week, we will compile your responses and post them to our blog – providing a diversity of thoughts and opinions on smart growth issues. We’re excited to hear your stories and share them with all of our readers!

This week’s question: Is there a road in your neighborhood that’s pedestrian unfriendly? How would you change it?

If you’re interested in learning more about pedestrian-friendly street design and how it helps towns and neighborhoods thrive, check out our partner organization Complete Streets.