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A special thank you to our AMP Gathering sponsors! Your support is an investment in the future, helping city governments and community leaders work better together. Because of you, this important work continues to thrive. Thank you for keeping the wheels turning!

Thank you to all of our grantees, consulting clients, sponsors, and partners, especially the @cityofmilwaukee, for hosting us for the second annual AMP Gathering. We’re so proud of what you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see how you tackle the next phase of this work.

Are you facing any of these challenges in moving your city forward? City Thread can help! Connect with Zoe at zoe@citythread.org to schedule a consultation and start paving the way for progress with the AMP grant. Applications are due TOMORROW: citythread.org/grants

What if your city could move faster towards a safer, more connected future? With the AMP Technical Assistance Grant, that vision could soon be a reality! Here's what's in it for your city if you’re selected as an AMP grantee. Apply by November 20: citythread.org/grants

Thanks for partnering with us, @fietsprofessor! As an impact-driven nonprofit, the Urban Cycling Institute delivers research and education to transform urban cycling environments, fostering healthier, more just, and active cities.

Thank you for your support, @CitiesEquitable! Committed to uplifting voices, Equitable Cities focuses on reconnecting communities affected by disinvestment through transportation planning that reflects how residents experience their streets. We're proud to work alongside them.

Thanks for partnering with us, @ForeverReadyPro! As a certified WBENC, Forever Ready tells powerful stories for nonprofits and businesses nationwide. Their core values of service, collaboration, creativity, and efficiency are at the heart of everything they do.

Thank you, Hemline, for contributing to our mission! Based in Downtown Memphis, this women-owned marketing agency collaborates with companies of all sizes, offering services from strategic planning to branding, advertising, and PR.

A big thank you to @ridespin for their support of our mission! As a leading micromobility company, Spin operates dockless electric scooters and bikes across North America, helping to advance critical sustainable mobility options for cities. We're proud to partner with them.

Thanks for attending our webinar last week! ICYMI, Sara Studdard and Kyle Wagenschutz discussed the ins and outs of the Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Assistance Grant – from grant requirements to application FAQs. Watch now: youtube.com/watch?si=CtQJ3…

Registration closes tomorrow! Don’t miss Jessica Pearson from Bentonville Moves Coalition and Zoe Kircos from City Thread at the Safe Routes to School National Conference. Learn how Bentonville School District is leading the way in building 35% of their mobility network by 2025!

From day one, @SRAMroad believed in our vision and we wouldn't be where we are today without their incredible support. Thank you for continuing your commitment to building safer, more connected communities.

Seats are filling up fast—register now to join city staff and community leaders nationwide for a discussion on our AMP technical assistance grant program. We'll cover program requirements, the application process & what to expect if your city is selected. citythread.org/webinar

How do you build safe, connected bike lanes in months, not decades? On the pod this week, we talk with Kyle Wagenschutz of @citythreadorg, who went from deep in the trenches in Memphis to working with cities across the U.S. Listen here: getsuper.cool/podcast/

Meet City Thread Partner Zoe Kircos! Zoe is passionate about integrating equity into shared micromobility and supporting social and transportation justice. Schedule a quick informational meeting with her at zoe@citythread.org to learn more about the AMP Grant and how we can help!

Is your city ready for safer, more efficient mobility choices in just 24-36 months? Join City Thread partners Sara Studdard and Kyle Wagenschutz for a webinar about our Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Assistance Grant Program. Register now: citythread.org/webinar

Applications for our AMP Technical Assistance Grant are open now through November 20! Our AMP grant includes a comprehensive audit of your city’s current mobility practices and a detailed roadmap to accelerate progress. Learn more: citythread.org/grants

At City Thread, we know that diverse community coalitions, that represent many perspectives for building out complete streets, are vital to providing political coverage for local elected officials and can lead to bold and ambitious projects. slate.com/business/2024/…

The future of our streets is in the hands of the next generation! Check out our latest blog post by Truus, our summer intern, to learn how teens are reshaping neighborhoods and building more connected, sustainable cities: citythread.org/news/gear-up-f…