Crosswalks: Smart Growth in Real Places
Crosswalks: Smart Growth in Real Places explores how towns large and small can grow stronger, more resilient, and people-centered—drawing lessons from communities in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and beyond.
Crosswalks: Smart Growth in Real Places
2026 Charles County Comprehensive Plan Update Process
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This is David Jenkins, your host for Crosswalks, Smart Growth, Stronger Communities, podcast and videos, now available on YouTube, YouTube Music, and Substack.
This is a good summary of the County’s required update to the 2026 Comp Plan, including What is a Comprehensive Plan, 2016 Plan background and the timeline for preparation/approval, and the critical public engagement process.
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