Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Encourage transit and pedestrian supportive amenities —————————————————————————————————————————————————————- MANSFIELD — The ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan proposes […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 26: Mansfield should be a destination, not just a place
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 26: Implement a placemaking policy First things first: The idea of “placemaking” means […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 25: ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan pitches bringing trolleys and electric scooters to downtown
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 25: Implement alternative transportation options MANSFIELD — Part of the ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 24: Combining recycling & art creates a healthier, more vibrant community
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 24: Develop a recycling program As ongoing seasonal events continue, along with increased […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 23: How do we create a sense of place for local teenagers?
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 23: Build a community center Many of the activities downtown in Mansfield are […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 22: New skate park would allow young people a seat at the table
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 22: Develop a skate park Mansfield, as many similar small towns, has difficulty […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 21: Community pools bring health, happiness to a population
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 21: Build a community pool Remember Maura Teynor’s SXSW blog about the importance […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 20: How parks could be part of the journey in downtown Mansfield
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 20: Create linear parks MANSFIELD — American essayist and poet Ralph Waldo Emerson […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 19: ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan calls construction of parks “high priority”
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 19: Construct parks for children and pets MANSFIELD — The ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan […]
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“Ideas of March” Day 18: How a business concierge could breathe new life into downtown Mansfield
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a month-long series that highlights 31 ideas included in the “Mansfield Rising” plan. The 67-page document was created by 15 local leaders after attending the South by Southwest Conference last March in Austin, Texas. Idea 18: Create a new business concierge position MANSFIELD — The ‘Mansfield Rising’ plan […]