Articles by Jim Brooks

About Jim Brooks

Mr. Brooks has spent the past 26 years as an advocate and policy specialist for cities both in the United States and abroad. His particular areas of expertise include housing, community development, infrastructure, global competitiveness, and civic engagement. He regularly provides information and commentary to news media in all its forms.

Revitalizing Cities One Neighborhood at a Time

Revitalizing Cities One Neighborhood at a Time

by | Dec 22, 2014 | Smart Cities | 2 Comments

Why do new residents choose one city over another or one neighborhood over another? Several factors that are consistent across many research studies include affordable housing, safe and walkable streets, access to employment and mobility networks, options for...