Free Range Kentucky: Proposal for Kentucky St pedestrianization

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Written By Sharon Kirk
Free Range Kentucky

Free Range Kentucky at Art Play Café on Kentucky on May 27, 2026

May 27, 2026

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Urban Chat invites the community to an upcoming Know Before You Grow forum exploring a proposed pilot project for Kentucky Street. Inspired by successful pedestrian-friendly transformations in communities like San Anselmo and Ventura, the Free Range Kentucky team has developed a concept to test whether a similar approach could help create a more vibrant, connected downtown Petaluma.

Pedestrianization in the U.S. has had mixed results, particularly in the 1960s and 70s when many projects were launched with more optimism than evidence. But times—and communities—have changed. Today, thoughtfully designed pilot projects offer a practical way to test ideas, gather data, and hear directly from the community before making long-term decisions.

Sharon Kirk

Sharon joined Urban Chat in 2017 following a spontaneous meeting with Kevin McDonnell at the Petaluma Engagement Fair (sponsored by PCRC). Her interest in Petaluma city planning stems from her years of living in vibrant, walkable cities including San Francisco and Göteborg, Sweden. Sharon assists with Urban Chat promotional activities and acts as co-chair of the Know Before You Grow educational committee. And despite her hesitation as an introvert, she occasionally hosts events.

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