Initiative Overview
Reimagining the Civic Commons

Reimagining the Civic Commons is an ambitious national initiative demonstrating that strategic investments in public spaces can connect people of all backgrounds, cultivate trust and create more resilient communities. Since 2016, cities across the U.S. have been transforming how they design, manage and program their civic assets—and are nurturing critical social impacts that are improving neighborhoods and lives.

After nearly a decade of innovation, collaboration and investment, it’s clear that intentionally managed public spaces can help restitch America’s communities and strengthen our democracy.

Download this overview to learn more about Reimagining the Civic Commons, its model and efforts in participating cities.

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