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.

Join us on Wednesday, May 27 at 7:00 PM to learn what’s being proposed, ask questions, and share your perspective as we explore what a people-focused Kentucky Street could look like for Petaluma.