In Person Event: Protecting Open Spaces Through Well Planned Cities

Meeting our region’s biggest challenges demands new approaches, outside-the-box ideas, and continuous inspiration for local leaders who know our community best.

Moey Newbold, formerly with Central Oregon LandWatch, will discuss how Bend, Oregon’s open space advocates lead the successful move away from sprawl to a more dense, walkable, and vibrant cityscape. Newbold will share the story behind her community’s incredible shift, talk about why an environmental organization would champion smart growth, and discuss what cities like SLO can learn from Bend’s story.