This is the blog by Smart City Consulting and its opinions are informed by our work in Memphis and other cities on a variety of issues affecting urban success. Smart City Memphis was named one of the most intriguing blogs in the U.S. by the Pew Partnership for Civic Change. Our intent is to "connect the dots" on events, issues, and policies that shape Memphis and its future, and to frame Memphis issues in a national context. The blog's editor is Tom Jones, principal at Smart City Consulting and an editorial contributor at Memphis magazine, where he writes the monthly column, City Journal. Send blog posts, ideas, suggestions, and emails to tjones@smartcityconsulting.com.