Building The Stitch: A Visionary Project Reconnecting Atlanta

In this episode, we explore one of Atlanta's most ambitious urban renewal projects with Jack Cebe, Director of 'The Stitch'. Learn how this transformative project aims to cap the Downtown Connector with a park, heal historical divisions, and create new opportunities for affordable housing and community connection in downtown Atlanta.📧 Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly insights on better living in Atlanta and discover more ways of mindful living, delivered straight to your inbox: [https://www.maconatlanta.com/]🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: [https://youtu.be/i-EMgDLMU4s]--⭐ Featured Guest: Jack CebeJack Cebe is the Director of The Stitch at the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District, leading the charge to reconnect neighborhoods divided by the Downtown Connector. The Stitch is an ambitious urban renewal project that will create a park over the highway, spurring thousands of affordable housing units, new mixed-use development, and an estimated $9 billion in economic impact for Atlanta. A landscape architect and civil engineer, Jack brings deep expertise in coalition-building and urban planning, ensuring that The Stitch not only reshapes the city's skyline but also its future. Connect with Jack Cebe:LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackcebe/]🔗 Learn more about The Stitch: [thestitchatl.com]--🎙️ Host: Brent MaconBrent Macon is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host. As a dad and spiritual seeker, he's passionate about exploring how technology can help us live better, more connected lives. Through his podcast Macon Atlanta, Brent talks with inspiring individuals about big ideas, personal growth, and building a thriving community. He believes in balancing ambition with wellbeing and using business as a force for good.Connect With Brent:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maconatlanta/- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbyBo_7H2OpMjJ2m3mRBDng/- Twitter/X: https://x.com/MaconAtlanta/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Macon-Atlanta-61560549557983/?_rdr--📺 About the Show: Macon Atlanta is a podcast exploring big questions, bold ideas, and better living with inspiring Atlantans. Host Brent Macon sits down with innovators and thought leaders from diverse fields to delve into their stories, insights, and visions for creating a better world with more thriving. --- If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a 5-star review, like, and comment to help others discover the show. You can also tweet @MaconAtlanta with your feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the episodes, and we'll personally thank you for tuning in 🙏. --- Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Making Atlanta & Jack Cebe00:42 - What is The Stitch? Project Overview04:07 - Federal Funding & First Phase Details05:39 - Transportation & Community Access Plans07:34 - The Stitch as the "Buckle" of the Beltline08:02 - Historical Context & Downtown Development12:02 - History of Buttermilk Bottoms Community14:21 - Community Engagement & Listening Sessions15:38 - Park Size & Comparison to O4W Park17:57 - Community-Focused Park Programming20:24 - Engineering Challenges & Project Timeline24:11 - Project Success & Management Strategy26:06 - Economic Impact Analysis30:53 - Housing & Affordability Goals34:35 - Construction Timeline & World Cup Considerations37:11 - Vision for The Stitch's Future Impact39:14 - Closing Remarks#MaconAtlanta #Podcast #TheStitch