Last month, we had two great wins for smart growth in Virginia: a YES vote for better buses on Alexandria's Duke Street and a YES vote for the redevelopment of West Falls Church. CSG and local advocates fought hard for these wins and we're committed to continue fighting. Read on for how you can help!

Thank you to all of our supporters, volunteers, and sponsors for a great Livable Communities reception! It was wonderful to see so many old friends, meet new friends, and celebrate Mayor Justin Wilson and our Community Hero awardees – Bernard Holloway, Kyle Reeder, Tina Slater, Michelle Krocker, and Kim Hosen. Check out the pictures from the event, taken by Hugh Kenny of the Piedmont Environmental Council.

Our Livable Communities Awards celebration is just two weeks away! We’ll be honoring Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson and five Community Heroes. This is also our most important fundraiser for the year and your donations make a real difference!

Spring is here and we have an exciting announcement! We’ll be celebrating our annual Livable Communities Leadership Awards at a reception on May 16 at the Old Ebbitt Grill Atrium – steps away from the White House.

Join us this month to be inspired by Jeff Speck, author of the 10th anniversary edition of Walkable City! Then act locally by participating in fights for safer streets, better transit, and inclusive, transit-oriented communities. Check out the opportunities below!