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September 15, 2005

Contact:
Julie Cummins, Education Program Coordinator, 415-543-6771

Destination Downtown: Creating a Livable Community

An Urban Outing in San Jose sponsored by Greenbelt Alliance

WHAT: Join Greenbelt Alliance for a presentation and walking tour of downtown San Jose. The outing will visit critical components of a successful urban center, including compact residential development, transit options, cultural activities, a park, historic buildings and small businesses. We will also explore opportunities to create an even more vibrant community using the principles of smart growth.

Speakers include:

• Cindy Chavez, San Jose Vice Mayor/City Council Member
• Laurel Prevetti, Deputy Director, San Jose Planning Department
• Lee Butler, Project Manager, San Jose Planning Department
• Diane Olmstead, Principal, Investment & Development, CIM Group
• Dennis Korabiak, Program Manager, San Jose Redevelopment Agency
• Chris Augenstein, Transportation Planning Manager, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority
• Michele Beasley, South Bay Field Representative, Greenbelt Alliance.

A light breakfast will be provided. The event is co-sponsored by the South Bay RAC of the American Planning Association's California Chapter.

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 24, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

WHERE: Meet at the new City Hall, Room W118, located at 200 East Santa Clara Street (between 4th and 6th Streets)

WHO: San Jose community leaders, residents, and others interested in open space and revitalized communities are encouraged to attend. The tour is free.
RSVP appreciated; call (415) 543-6771 or email jcummins@greenbelt.org.

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