Bonus - The City Project Book Event featuring Michel Durand-Wood and Patty Wiens

University of Winnipeg Book Event - The City ProjectThis engaging discussion explores the future of sustainable cities, municipal finance, urban planning, and community engagement, using Winnipeg as a case study. Experts share insights on incremental city improvements, the importance of understanding municipal finance, and how small actions can lead to big change.Featuring authors Michel Durand-Wood (You’ll Pay for This) and Patty Wiens (That’ll Never Work Here).You can purchase both books from your local bookstore, or online. If you’re in Canada you can buy them here: https://www.mcnallyrobinson.com/searchresults?txtSearchSearchType=keyword&txtSearchFulltextCriteria=the+city+project&txtSearchMode=sitewideChapters00:00 Introduction to the City Project Book Series02:53 Understanding Municipal Finance05:50 The Role of Local Activism and Community Engagement08:51 The Importance of Incremental Change in Urban Planning11:23 The Impact of Infrastructure on City Life14:26 Lessons from Jane Jacobs and Modern Urbanism17:39 The Future of Urban Development and Local Politics31:12 Tackling the Biggest Little Things for Change31:39 Reflections on the Book and Future Opportunities34:01 Exploring Women's Experiences in Urban Spaces35:48 Perceptions of Safety in Urban Environments39:06 Understanding the Complexities of Urban Safety40:03 The Role of Connectivity in Urban Experiences42:13 Changing the Default Mode of Transportation45:38 Civic Engagement and Community Responsibility51:25 Finding Sustainable Solutions for Urban Infrastructure52:47 Combating Civil Apathy and Encouraging Engagement