Bridging the gap between ambitious urban planning concepts and practical, main-street implementation. I help Business Improvement Areas (BIAs), local businesses, and community organizations leverage active transportation and sustainable design to drive economic growth and build vibrant neighbourhoods.
How We Can Work Together
1. The Active Main Street Audit
Perfect for: BIAs and Main Street Coalitions
An on-the-ground assessment of your commercial district through the lens of active transportation. This audit identifies immediate, low-cost opportunities to make your street more accessible to cyclists and pedestrians, proven demographics that visit more frequently and spend more locally.
- Bike parking capacity and placement analysis
- Pedestrian wayfinding and accessibility review
- Actionable “quick-win” infrastructure recommendations
- Data-backed reports to support municipal funding requests
2. “Walkable” Business Strategy
Perfect for: Local Independent Businesses
Are you maximizing your reach to the customers living right in your neighbourhood? I help small businesses optimize their operations and marketing to attract the growing demographic of consumers who prioritize local and sustainable shopping via active transportation.
- Hyper-local marketing and engagement strategies
- Sustainable business practices implementation
- Loyalty programs targeting active users
- Navigation and accessibility optimization for your storefront
3. Community Advocacy & Stakeholder Alignment
Perfect for: Community Associations and Advocacy Groups
Navigating municipal planning can be daunting. With deep experience on multiple community boards, I provide strategic guidance to help neighbourhood groups articulate their vision for safer streets and smarter development in a language that resonates with city planners and elected officials.
- Secondary Plan and Zoning By-law review support
- Stakeholder presentation development
- Strategic messaging for road safety and Vision Zero initiatives
4. Custom Fractional Consulting
Perfect for: Smaller Municipalities or Growing Firms
Need specialized urbanism insight but aren’t ready for a full-time hire? I am available on a fractional or retainer basis to integrate active transportation and community-focused design principles into your ongoing economic development plans or larger infrastructure bids.
Ready to Rethink Your Space?
Every great neighbourhood starts with a conversation. Reach out today to discuss how we can make your business or community more vibrant, accessible, and economically resilient.
Email: rob [at] attrell [dot] ca