Downtown Hyperlocal Conversation
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DATE CHANGE: this conversation has moved to Monday, November 16 at 6:30 PM.
We originally had this on Monday, November 23, which is Thanksgiving week. A lot of people are travelling or hosting by then, so we moved a week earlier. Same time, same place. If you already RSVP’d for the 23rd, please update your RSVP.
Please note: our hyperlocal conversation dates for the coming months are still being finalized. Check back closer to the event for the confirmed date, time, and location.
This month’s topic: [TOPIC TO CONFIRM]
Meet your neighbors and explore ways to improve walkability across Downtown.
Please RSVP so we know how many to expect. See you there, neighbor.
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What is a Hyperlocal Conversation?
A hyperlocal conversation is a neighborhood-specific monthly gathering for neighbors to discuss ways to improve walkability where they live.
Each meeting begins with 45–60 minutes of guided discussion, followed by open social time. At each meeting, you can expect to:
Learn about your neighborhood
- Meet neighbors who care about walkability
- Share stories about life in the neighborhood
- Learn new local history
- Identify what’s working
- Identify what needs fixing
Stay informed
- Hear about important elections* and referendums
- Learn about surveys and public comment opportunities, with guidance on how to participate
- Discover other advocacy groups and activities
Get educated on the issues
- Learn the basics of an urbanism topic each meeting (e.g., transit funding, zoning, bike lane economics, road diets)
- Ask questions and share experiences
- See how the topic applies to Dallas and your neighborhood
- Learn who represents you and how to contact them, with guidance on what to say
- Find resources for further learning (readings, documentaries, courses, events, Dallas Urbanists content)
Be inspired to take action
- Hear examples of successful initiatives
- Continue discussion and idea-sharing after the guided portion
- Get guidance on next steps when participants pursue an initiative together