MUSE Community + Design

Last night MUSE was recognized as one of the 100 best places to work in Chicago by @CrainsChicago. Courtney started the firm 10 years ago with three clear goals: creating better processes, better plans, and a better place to work. See the full list: loom.ly/ohMoM6s

We're #hiring a full-time @chicagosafe SAFE (Streets Are For Everyone) Ambassador to support @chicagodot. SAFE Ambassadors represent CDOT in its efforts to support and promote active transportation and other traffic safety initiatives. Learn more + apply: loom.ly/fw-VsmE

MUSE is hiring part-time seasonal @chicagosafe Ambassadors to represent @chicagodot in its efforts to support and promote active transportation and #CompleteStreets. Head to musecommunitydesign.com/now-hiring-saf… for more information about the position.

Hot dog! Let's welcome two of our newest Senior Associates: Dhara Shah and Chelsa Moore! Dhara is a super-facilitator w/ a background in human-centered design + racial equity. Chelsa is an accountant-turned-planner and lifelong Chicagoan passionate about community engagement.

Kelsey's work takes a trauma-informed perspective on creative placemaking, especially in parks and open spaces. Learn more about the summit here: thecommunitychestebc.org/connections-co…

MUSE Senior Associate Kelsey Zlevor is bringing her Mental Landscapes research to the Summit on Combatting the Loneliness Epidemic tomorrow. (1/2)

We’re happy to see pedestrian safety getting national coverage, though we wouldn’t describe the root cause as “a mystery.” Increased distractions, larger vehicles, and car-centric street design are some of the common threats to pedestrian safety. nytimes.com/2024/01/04/pod…

Our Senior Associate Sydney is facilitating this webinar about preparing communities for #EV next week with @ilgreenalliance! Don't miss the charger tour + Happy Hour on the same day! eventbrite.com/e/leading-the-…

We're excited to be part of this inter-municipal effort that seeks to plan beyond boundaries for inclusive prosperity. We hope to see some familiar faces at Saturday's event: eventbrite.com/e/611212973457 #OneHowardStreet

Attn #RogersPark and #Evanston residents: join us this Saturday for the first public workshop for the #OneHowardStreet planning process! @RogersParkBA @CityofEvanston + @ChiAlderwoman at Willye B White Park will be celebrating #EarthDay and planting seeds for a unified corridor!

.@cookcountygov is building out its Electric Vehicle charging network for the next generation. Where will you be? Take this survey to share where you want to see an EV charger. bit.ly/3Z9hPOU #CCEV #PlugIn #ChargeWhereYouWant #EVReady @SSMMACOG

The Smart Streets Pilots passed City Council today, which will help make our streets safer and keep our bus lanes moving. 🚶‍♀️🚲🚌 Read more about the ordinance here: chicago.gov/city/en/depts/…

We're #hiring! If you're passionate about creating more equitable communities, we want to hear from you. Head to musecommunitydesign.com/blog for details on our open positions: Associate - Bikeways, SAFE Ambassador, Intern - Design, and Intern - Data Analysis.

Plan Commission voted to adopt We Will Chicago, the first citywide plan in more than 50 years. Drafted over the past three years in partnership with residents and community leaders, the 10-year framework outlines goals and objectives to equitably improve Chicagoans' lives.

CPC Chairman Andre Brumfield said it best: Congratulations to the City of Chicago. @ChicagoDPD #WeWillChicago just passed Chicago Plan Commission unanimously! wewillchicago.com/draft

It's #LibraryLoversDay among other things today, and our team really does love a good library! From @chipublib to @LtlFreeLibrary and beyond, we know the value libraries bring to communities extends beyond books.

We're hiring full- and part-time @ChicagoSafe Ambassadors! Help us spread the word, hit the link for the job descriptions. @ChicagoDOT @VZchicago musecommunitydesign.com/now-hiring-saf…

Tonight's event is part of the Washington Park Framework Plan process, and is one of many opportunities to participate. If you can't make it tonight, complete this quick survey to share your vision for the park and to stay connected: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… @ChicagoParks

It's cold out, but perfect weather for a virtual walk in the park! Join @ChicagoParks #WashingtonPark Advisory Council for a Virtual Walk in the Park tonight using 3D drone footage. #SouthSide #https://www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-park-virtual-walk-tickets-511041457757

Where did the month go? Today's the last day to weigh on the @cookcountygov Kedzie Ave. Corridor study survey! @HazelCrestIL @Flossmoor_IL @HomewoodIL