Downtown Hyperlocal Conversation

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