A group of community development professionals and activists discusses urban planning, "smart growth," dealing with sprawl, and how communities can avoid falling victim to their own success. How can urban (and rural) communities handle development without displacing long-time residents?
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Brad Lander Executive Director, The Fifth Avenue Committee Brad leads FAC, a non-profit, community-based organization of neighbors working for social and economic justice in South Brooklyn. |
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Jill
Slater Planner, San Francisco Planning Department Jill works with the city of San Francisco, addressing the balance between jobs, housing and the creation of streets at a human scale. |
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Joe Molinaro Manager, Smart Growth Programs, National Association of Realtors Joe oversees training, technical assistance on land use regulation, research and support to NAR's Smart Growth legislative agenda. |
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Mtamanika Youngblood Former Executive Director, Historic District Development Corporation Mtamanika led HDDC, an Atlanta nonprofit, in promoting innovative strategies for revitalization through historic preservation and mixed-income development. |
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Radhika K. Fox Senior Program Associate, PolicyLink Radhika works on Equitable Development initiatives, providing successful community building tools to people around the country. |
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Theresa Singleton Research and Information Director, Housing Assistance Council Theresa directs research for HAC, a national nonprofit dedicated to addressing housing conditions in rural America. |
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