on demand at c-span.org or listen on the free c-span radio app. mayors from across the country discuss the elderly in their communities and thedifficulties many of them face when it comes to affordable housing and transportation. the mayors met at an event hosted by the hill newspaper here in washington, d.c. hello. hi, everyone. niharika: i am niharika acharya. i am the executive director of events at the hill, and i am delightsed to welcome you all to mayors matter, deepening the general rational impact on the community. as america becomes more diverse, educational, we look forward to hearing from some of the most respectable mayors across the country today and how they are working to build healthy communities that include people of all ages. 2409 not far from us, an event of historical significance is unfolding. we are glad you chose us our event instead. [laughter] niharika: we will not disappoint. we want to begin by thanking our underwriter, aarp, for making thi