John R Hedrick
John R. Hedrick is an attorney and consultant who currently focuses on community and urban design issues. He is now also sharing his experience and related interests. Contact at: mdrn.consulting@me.com
Transforming Local Spaces - Wilmette, IL
In September my focus naturally shifts back to places where beauty and community intersect. One great example is Wilmette on the North Shore. And It’s become a personal and professional benchmark for my hometown Glenview’s own Downtown revitalization efforts. Recently, I had the chance to revisit this progress through a walking tour sponsored by my DePaul-Municipal Design Network organization (MDRN), offering insights into Wilmette’s downtown transformation of spaces.
Inspiring Suburban Downtown Revitalization
People often ask me “Why can’t our Downtown be more…”? Local success and personal enjoyment may depend on many factors. But the question highlights why traditional Main Street is the soul of community.