This document discusses trends driving demand for walkable, mixed-use communities and a new model for community development that empowers residents. Key points:
- Demographic trends like aging Baby Boomers and Millennials preferring urban areas will double the U.S. population in urban and suburban nodes by 2050.
- A new model called "Crowdsourced Placemaking" engages residents in planning and prioritizing projects through online platforms to build consensus and support.
- This approach has led to successful redevelopments in several cities, creating thousands of jobs and billions in economic benefits through public-private partnerships and grassroots engagement.