“The essence of the city is the communion of citizens at every level and under every circumstance. The variety and multitude of opinions, talents, drives, and culture... it is this marvelous mixture -- the fusion of diversities into a whole... which is the unique aspect of the city.”

— Arthur Erickson,
The City as Dwelling: Walking, Sitting, Shaping

A big part of our mission is to open up and expand the conversation about how development affects the social fabric of Atlanta and other cities. On that subject, here are a few threads of conversation and informative resources you might want to check out.

Real Issues
We're gathering real input on real issues, with a plan to create a community discussion. Click on the link below and you'll find some candid opinions on this very important question.

What are the keys for Atlanta to make the transformation to a truly great American city?

We'll be adding more issues, more questions, more opinions. In fact, we'd like to hear from you. Click here to email your thoughts, and we'll add your voice to the conversation.

Essential Reading
These are just a few of the informative articles and incisive books that have shaped our ideas about the overall subject of urban revitalization.

Articles

• Cities Compete in Hipness Battle to Attract Young

Books

• Cities and the Creative Class
  by Richard Florida
• Intown Living – A Different American Dream
  by Ann Breen and Dick Rigby

 

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