CPEX is bringing Ross DeVol to our Smart Growth Summit on November 12th to share his findings on both small towns (micropolitans) and larger metros (metropolitans) in depth. In advance of his visit, we chatted with him to get a sneak peek into the insights he has for Louisiana.
Casually mention the term “green infrastructure” in a discussion, and it’s likely that every participant will conjure a different picture of what those words mean. But for planners devoted to its principles based on restoring natural processes in the built environment, the term is generating a lot of enthusiasm. By mimicking natural systems and using vegetation and soil instead of relying solely on concrete systems to facilitate drainage, green infrastructure offers communities affordable, scalable solutions to storm water management and chronic flooding problems. These can range from large-scale regional interventions to small installations on residential and commercial lots.
Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome’s life has been a rich tapestry of leadership and public service, from her early leadership role with the Girl Scouts, to her time in student government, and on to her service to the people of Baton Rouge as an elected official.
Oscar Almengor, CPEX’s newest intern, discusses his goals in architecture, his hopes for his time at CPEX and his plan for the future.
Raymond Jetson, founder and CEO of MetroMorphosis, discusses the importance of equitable planning and how we can bring value to undervalued communities through sustainable growth.
Joni Emmons discusses how she brings together her appreciation of design, culture and landscape as a designer at CPEX to celebrate beautiful, functional places in our state.
Davis Rhorer, executive director of Baton Rouge’s Downtown Development District, talks about the substantial economic and cultural growth our downtown has experienced over the past two decades.
Justin Lemoine discusses how the Better Block and Government Street project has had long-term positive effects on Mid City’s economic growth, quality of life and role as a Baton Rouge cultural hub.
Thoughtful historic preservation is at the heart of placemaking. It also revitalizes our community and spurs economic growth.
