Citizen Planners in Action

Get inspired by stories about CPI participants making positive changes in their neighborhoods.

Use the “Search” button (upper right corner) to find Citizen Planners near you by planning district, neighborhood, or theme!

[Note: All stories are self-reported by participants. CPI is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the reporting of these stories.]

07/03/19
Alvaro Drake-Cortes

I learned from folks who shared their ideas through CPI.
12/19/18
Lorraine Gomez

I brought fresh food, jobs and a community space to my neighborhood.
12/14/18
Linda Rauscher

I’m bringing environmental education to schools in my neighborhood.
11/29/18
Bettye Ferguson

I’m building public spaces for youth, parents, and community members.
08/01/18
Warren Bullard

I helped improve my neighborhood park & playground.
04/10/18
Ruth Birchett

I’m using beautification to stop illegal dumping.
01/17/18
Kyle Shenandoah

I helped bring bikes, a bus route and job fairs to my neighborhood.
12/03/17
Joyce Smith

I turned an alley into a neighborhood connector and gathering space.
08/18/17
Jacqueline Wiggins

I organized with my neighbors to shape the change happening in our community.