1. Building Livability in Connecticut a Young Perspective July 13, 2015 Presented by Christine Schilke Credit Kim Bova

2. YES Who? Goal is to empower young people to create vibrant communities. Statewide steering committee and local hubs are working to create a pipeline between young people and local boards and commissions.

3. Help to inspire great CT downtowns through education, advocacy and technical assistance. A quick introduction Focus on healthy neighborhoods, creating more affordable housing and a mission to end homelessness.

4. 77 million nationally Civic minded, tech savvy and wary after the Great Recession Want transit options and walkable communities Key characteristics of Millennials

5. Today’s Millennials are better educated, but earning less than their predecessors.

6. They are less likely to be married, live alone or drive.

7. More sad stats for Millennials Average $30K of student debt Housing in CT is expensive – 6 th highest median monthly housing cost – 8 th highest rental cost Cost of transit is also a factor – Transportation is 19% of the average household budget. – Living.5mi from transit reduces cost to 9%

8. What do Millennials want? Smaller Denser More affordable Walkable neighborhoods Preferably close to transit Interesting amenities

9. Mythbusters FACT: Denser + Millennials ≠ Children and higher school budgets.

10. My Story: Awesome, Diverse, Walkable Neighbors ARE Possible in CT

11. Middletown, CT

12. Thank You, UConn & CT DOT!

13. Christine Schilke Communications Manager Connecticut Main Street Center Email: christine@ctmainstreet.orgchristine@ctmainstreet.org Phone: 860.280.2356 Website: www.ctmainstreet.orgwww.ctmainstreet.org Contact Info