A Conversation with Scott Bernstein

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Written By Sharon Kirk

September 9, 2026

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Ranked among the top of urban thinkers of all time, Scott Bernstein will bring his more than fifty years of urban engagement to talk with us about Petaluma.

A contemporary and frequent collaborator with Andres Duany, Peter Calthorpe, and many more of the early voices in the renewal of urban thought and a long-time leader in the Congress of the New Urbanism, Bernstein is known for his insightful thoughts and his ability to make new ideas accessible to his audiences.  These are the skills that brought him appointment by President Clinton to the President’s Council for Sustainable Development and many other similar roles.

This week, he'll bring that history and knowledge to a Petaluma audience.  Join Know Before You Grow for an exciting evening.  Be prepared to see new perspectives on Petaluma.  And bring your questions about the future of our town.

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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