Part 3: Let’s do a Neighborhood Walking Audit!

Sidewalks are among our greatest assets for creating truly walkable neighborhoods, and here at NEVO we deeply value walkable communities. However, what happens when those sidewalks become more hazardous than helpful, and who is ultimately responsible for keeping them safe?

“Our neighborhood’s sidewalks have been in mediocre shape for years, with a lot of cracked and uneven slabs, and even a handful of potholes.”— Andrew Burleson, Chairman of the Board, Strong Towns

Living in a 100+-year-old urban neighborhood with crumbling sidewalks, Andrew Burleson’s thoughtful article struck a chord with me — it highlighted long-standing local challenges and safety concerns. It also inspired me: anyone can become a neighborhood champion, and small wins add up to big victories. That’s exactly what our 12 Steps to Town Making program is for!

Check out the article here!

Watch for “Let’s do a Neighborhood Walking Audit” (part 4)
This installment will focus on crosswalks!
Coming soon.

Did you miss part 1? Click here!
Did you miss part 2? Click here!

Picking up trash and dodging sidewalk cracks! Bernice and friends keep the streets clean on a foggy April day, with St. Stanislaus Church in the background. What fantastic architecture will you see on your walk audit?

Buffalo, NY
April 2025

Photo- Luke Tarquin