HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In an effort to spark a new dialogue about how Hutchinson and Reno County should grow and what it will take to sustain that growth, the public is invited to a “Curbside Chat” on Oct. 23 with Strong Towns’ President Charles Marohn.

The city of Hutchinson, Hutchinson-Reno County Chamber of Commerce, Hutch Rec, Young Professionals of Reno County and Hutchinson Community Foundation are hosting the show, which is from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Historic Fox Theatre.

Wendy Skellenger with the Hutchinson Community Foundation highlights what Marohn will discuss and explains how travel has affected our communities:

 

 

Skellenger says Marohn won’t provide answers to the problems facing cities, but will share insight on how communities may improve:

 

The final 20 minutes of the presentation will include a public question-and-answer session with Marohn. Strong Towns is a media organization leading a national conversation about a model of development aimed at helping cities, towns and neighborhoods become financially strong and resilient. It is challenging Americans to fundamentally rethink how their cities are built.