Strong Towns of the Mid-Columbia

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Strong Towns of the Mid-Columbia A group of local folks trying to build a better Tri-Cities through transit + city planning advocacy.

City of Richland Government's update to their Comprehensive Plan is reaching the final stretch as they held an Open Hous...
10/10/2026

City of Richland Government's update to their Comprehensive Plan is reaching the final stretch as they held an Open House on October 7th presenting the different elements of the plan and providing a venue for the public to ask questions. Some of our members were present, plus a good number of people coming in from the community. The draft documents are available online to review and public hearings will becoming up for feedback before the plan is adopted by the end of the year.

We're heading into   - think you're going to take part? The first week of October is a great opportunity to walk, bike, ...
09/29/2026

We're heading into - think you're going to take part? The first week of October is a great opportunity to walk, bike, bus, or even just get a ride from someone to grasp what our community is like if you weren't able to drive yourself.

An odd curiosity that popped up from City of Richland's Comprehensive Plan updates. Did you know Uptown was one of the f...
09/20/2026

An odd curiosity that popped up from City of Richland's Comprehensive Plan updates. Did you know Uptown was one of the first car-oriented shopping malls constructed in the US back in 1949? It kind of puts into perspective just how long the shadow of car-focused design is in our community.

Hello there. 👋🏻 If you want to see content from us on a more regular basis check out our Instagram. We typically post we...
09/13/2026

Hello there. 👋🏻 If you want to see content from us on a more regular basis check out our Instagram. We typically post weekly about different local topics and ideas.

138 Followers, 53 Following, 140 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Strong Towns of the Mid Columbia ()

There are some exciting changes being proposed! Let them hear what you think!
11/24/2025

There are some exciting changes being proposed! Let them hear what you think!

🚨OPEN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT: BFT's 2026 Annual Service Plan🚨

The 2026 Annual Service Plan is now available on our website and open for public comment. This document details proposed changes to Ben Franklin Transit's system scheduled to take effect next next summer.

You can submit your thoughts by:
📍Commenting on the interactive map on our website
📧Emailing [email protected]
📞Calling Customer Service at 509.735.5100
🏠Attending one of our three Open Houses

Find all the info at https://www.bft.org/plans-reports/

If they can do it, we can do it
11/24/2025

If they can do it, we can do it

Last summer, Spokane was in a state of emergency.

We’re sharing stories and perspectives for Week Without Driving over on Instagram
09/29/2025

We’re sharing stories and perspectives for Week Without Driving over on Instagram

09/25/2025
09/20/2025
09/15/2025

We want your feedback! The draft Tri-Cities Regional Climate Element is now open for public comment from September 9 to October 8, 2025. Share your feedback today and help guide how our region plans for climate resilience and a sustainable future!

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