Reclaiming Cities for People

Gil Penalosa on Building Livable Streets

When
Thu Nov 13, 2008
Where
The Commonwealth Club SF
Time
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cost
$7 - $20
Tags
Transportation, Public Transportation, Political Organizations, Organizations

Description

How can major cities all over the world reclaim their streets for the people? Gil Penalosa transformed Bogota, Colombia with his Ciclovia project, which opens more than 70 miles of streets to 1.5 million people each week. Penalosa will discuss how the Ciclovia has promoted health and environmentalism, and increased economic vitality and competitiveness. Cities all over the world are following Colombia’s lead and closing their streets to cars, allowing walkers, skaters, and bicyclists to take over the streets. Come hear Penalosa describe how he is helping cities become a part of this international phenomenon, and why it is important for more cities to follow this road less travelled.

More Info

Link
http://www.commonwealthclub.org
Call
415.597.6700 (Box Office)

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Location

  1. The Commonwealth Club SF
    595 Market Street, 2nd floor, San Francisco, CA