What People Are Saying

Check out some feedback from participants of past trainings!

"It is no exaggeration for me to say that the Placemaking training is the best I have ever had, so good in fact, I wanted more of our community to share in it."
Excerpt from "What if We Designed Bellingham Around Places?"
- Mark Asmundson, Mayor, Bellingham WA

"That was the best workshop / conference / training I have ever attended.  Truly inspiring."
- John Talentino, City Planner, Hilliard OH

"I'm inspired and ready to tackle a number of new challenges. So many things were helpful and the elements that I learned hang together in a logical way."
- Charlie McCabe, Executive Director, Austin Parks Foundation

"I couldn't stop thinking of how I would apply the principles and techniques to several projects we have underway. Overall, it was the best professional program I've ever been to - intellectually and creatively a shot in the arm."
- Mame Bradley, Commercial Districts Manager, Mt. Lebanon Municipality, PA

"Fascinating subject matter, witty teachers, interesting guest speakers, field trips, and cool people to hang out with."
- Susan Hines, Editor, LAND Online, ASLA

"I left New York feeling amazed and tired."
Read one participant's breathless account of her experience in "Another New York Story"

"PPS did a great job...well worth the $!"

"I achieved all my goals and expectations for the course - very helpful."

"Networking opportunities were very helpful."

"Very helpful and insightful in helping us decide to move forward."

"The course and market tours provided great insight and practical information."

"The course was great. I liked the variety of participants from large and small communities and all different types of markets."

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