Ben Crowther

Ben Crowther is the Advocacy Manager for America Walks, where he works with state and local advocates supporting mobility for all. Prior to joining America Walks, Ben was the program manager for the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU)’s Highways to Boulevards initiative. He also led CNU’s national advocacy for the federal Reconnecting Communities program.

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The launch of Freeways Without Futures 2021

Know a highway that’s got to go? Submit a nomination before November 25, 2020.
BEN CROWTHEROCT. 26, 2020
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When is a highway cap appropriate?

In a series of articles, Public Square is exploring common threads from CNU's recent Freeways Without Futures 2021. This article explores recent proposals for highway caps.
BEN CROWTHERJUN. 15, 2021
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Buffalo needs a true boulevard to replace Skyway traffic

Current NYSDOT proposals prioritize the high—speed movement of automobiles—the design should be improved to focus on safety and community.
BEN CROWTHERNOV. 17, 2020