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Ward 3 Smart Growth & Affordable Housing Happy Hour
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DC Parking Cashout Factsheet 2025
Parking cashout results in less traffic, more choices

Our condolences to the family of Congressman Gerry Connolly
Photo of Gerry Connolly receiving CSG's 2009 Livable Communities Award The Coalition for Smarter Growth is deeply saddened by the passing of Congressman Gerald “Gerry” Connolly, a fighter for his community and our democracy. We extend our sincerest condolences to his wife Cathy and their family. Congressman Connolly was a

Mayor Letty Hardi’s Remarks from our 2025 Livable Communities Leadership Award Event – May 14, 2025
Livable Communities Leadership Awardee Mayor Letty Hardi Good evening everyone! First - thank you to the Coalition for Smarter Growth for this incredible honor. And to our federal workers and contractors - who have been impacted, who are worried, or who keep showing up - we stand with you. You

Demand better solutions for I-495 Southside and Woodrow Wilson Bridge
Say no to highway expansion and more traffic

Support new Chevy Chase library/community center with affordable housing
Support affordable housing along with a new library and community center in Chevy Chase DC