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- MICD
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- Participants
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Our Programs
- Institute Sessions
  Our flagship program since 1986.
- MICD Just City Mayoral Fellowship
  In-depth training on addressing injustices in the built environment.
- Virtual Seminars
  Engaging discussions on today’s most pressing topics.
- Alumni Advising
  Matching alumni mayors with design experts for in-depth follow-up.
Our Impact
- Our Impact
  Learn about MICD's impact from coast to coast.
- Projects
  Explore past projects mayors have brought to MICD.
Events
Resources
- Resources
  Browse helpful toolkits, guides, and funding sources.
- Design Library
  Explore learnings from city design projects around the country.

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Mayor Freddie O’Connell

I was personally encouraged to participate in MICD, and I’m glad I did. I’m coming away from the experience with new ideas and new relationships as well as new energy for design thinking in my hometown.

Mayor Freddie O'Connell (2023 - Present)

MICD 80 Long Beach

Mayor

Mayor Freddie O'Connell (2023 - Present)

City

Nashville, TN

Session Attended

MICD 80 Long Beach

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