Our Simpler Government Structure
Contrary to the perceptions held by many, the Memphis region has a simple government structure, and that is particularly true in Shelby County. While...
Read MorePosted by Smart City Memphis | May 8, 2019 | Data Points, Regionalism
Contrary to the perceptions held by many, the Memphis region has a simple government structure, and that is particularly true in Shelby County. While...
Read MorePosted by Smart City Memphis | May 6, 2019 | City of Memphis Government, Shelby County government, Transportation
There is unprecedented broad support for the proposition that it is vital for Memphis to have higher quality public transit. The challenge is...
Read MorePosted by Smart City Memphis | May 3, 2019 | City of Memphis Government, Planning and Urban Design
The foundation on which Memphis 3.0, the first comprehensive plan for the city in more than 40 years, is built is data. The following are some data points from the...
Read MorePosted by Jimmie Covington | May 1, 2019 | Education, Shelby County government
This post is written by Jimmie Covington, veteran Memphis reporter with lengthy experience covering governmental, school, and demographic issues. He is...
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Since 2005, this has been Smart City Consulting’s blog with the aim of connecting the dots and providing perspective on issues and policies shaping Memphis. Editor and primary author is Tom Jones, columnist, author of two books, and consultant on public policy. Smart City Memphis was called one of the most intriguing blogs in the U.S. by the Pew Partnership for Civic Change; The (Memphis) Commercial Appeal wrote that “Smart City Memphis provides some of the most well-thought-out thinking about Memphis’ past, present, and future you’ll find anywhere,” and the Memphis Flyer said: “This incredibly well-written blog sets out to solves the city’s ills – from the mayor to MATA – with out-of-the-box thinking, fresh approaches to old problems, and new ideas. If you have questions, submissions, or ideas for posts, please email Tom Jones, at tjones@smartcityconsulting.com.