05/29/2026
Earlier this month, Executive Director Lance Sabbe attended the Congress for the New Urbanism Conference ( ) in Northwest Arkansas, joining community leaders, planners, developers, and advocates from across the country to explore innovative approaches to housing, placemaking, transportation, and downtown revitalization.
The conference provided an opportunity to learn from successful projects in communities of all sizes and bring back ideas that can help strengthen Brunswick’s future. From workforce housing and walkability to public spaces and economic development, many of the conversations directly align with the ongoing work of Forward Brunswick and its mission to inspire community commitment and advance revitalization efforts throughout the city.
“Seeing communities invest intentionally in people-focused development was incredibly inspiring,” said Lance Sabbe. “There are so many ideas and strategies that can translate to Brunswick as we continue building momentum around housing, connectivity, and creating vibrant places for residents and visitors alike.”