This episode, we abandon our assumptions about how great Batavia is and give ourselves over to objectivity.

Ward 4 Alderman Dustin Pieper is back to run through 10 questions that help determine whether a town is truly a strong town. Dustin runs the Strong Towns Batavia Local Conversation and has become well-versed in what makes a thriving, resilient town.

Will Batavia pass the test? You'll have to listen to find out.

PLUS: We introduce Area Code: Batavia's new co-host, Alexa Swidenbank and a brand new opening segment, Neighborhood Watch!

• For 630 Members: Alexa and Graham's Batavia Favs
• More info on the Cat Cafe!
• The State of The Tri-Cities
• More about the Strong Towns Movement
• Strong Towns Batavia

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Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Our associate producer and co-host is Alexa Swidenbank. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark.

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