People’s Planning School &Caminos del Pueblo/Complete Streets

From January through June of this year,PB hosted a special workshop series and resident committee to promote community leadership of the planning process.  We plan to continue hosting this workshop series in future – email Lauren for more information or call us at (818) 899 –2454.

Are you excited about making Pacoima healthier,safer,and more fun?  Do you walk,bike,or take transit?  Then sign up for our Caminos del Pueblo/Complete Streets committee and help us shape the future of Van Nuys Boulevard!  You can download our flyer in English and Spanish.

City Politics and Us:The Big Picture

Jan. 11 and 25,Feb. 8 and 22.  Learn how to navigate local politics,Land Use 101,get introduced to our Cumulative Impacts and Caminos del Pueblo/Complete Streets campaigns which use planning to improve life for Pacoima residents,and participate in a spokesperson’s training!

Complete Streets and Design in Our Community:The Local Picture

Mar. 8 and 22,Apr. 12 and 26.  What is “urban design”and why is it important?  How can we shape the future design of Pacoima?  Also,learn how we can make Pacoima safer,healthier,more comfortable and pleasant through Complete Streets!  Participate in community design workshops and community walks to make a new vision for Pacoima’s streets.

Our Community,Our Family,Our Streets!

May 10 and 24,June 14 and 28.  We’ll have trainings on cyclist and pedestrian rights and safety,and an intro to bike mechanics!  Learn about healthy eating and food access issues,as well as waste diversion and the local eco-system.  And find out who to call when you have an issue!