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Q: By how much has Portland’s population changed since 2000 (as of 2010 census)?
	-2.1%
	+0.8%
	+1.3%
	+7%
(Select one to see answer.)

THE LATEST FROM THE SMARTING OFF BLOG

The Bright Side of High Gas Prices in America

Gas prices are (once again) climbing upward. And with it, President Obama’s approval ratings are sinking. Sure, forking out more than you’re used to isn’t fun, and for some families it adds serious strain to their financial stability.

But let’s zoom out and think about the big picture.

Read more. »

Q and A with Steve Berg:
Local Leaders Check Out the Competition in Portland

The InterCity Leadership Visit, organized by the Minneapolis Regional and Saint Paul Area Chambers of Commerce, goes to a different city each year. What are these cities doing well? How do they emphasize their strengths? What can we learn from them? Last fall they went to Portland.

The InterCity Leadership Visit group is made up of approximately 90 Twin Cities’ civic, business and nonprofit leaders, including:

Saint Paul Mayor Chris Coleman
Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak
Bloomington Mayor Gene Winstead
Edina Mayor Jim Hovland
Sue Haigh, Metropolitan Council chair
Jon Campbell, president of Wells Fargo
Sean Kershaw, president of the Citizens League
Lester Bagley, vice president of the Minnesota Vikings
David Olson, president of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

LandOf.org interviewed trip attendee Steve Berg to hear his thoughts on Portland. Read more. »

What Is Mix Land Use?

This refers to the mingling of several types of buildings in the same general location. For example, a blend of apartments and single-family homes might be located adjacent to shops, offices, movie theaters, schools, cafes, parks and transit stations. Within mixed-use neighborhoods, there are usually mixed-use buildings—buildings that might have retail on the main level, for example, with parking below and offices, housing or hotel rooms above.

Learn more. »

Report: Higher Density Development:
Myth vs. Fact Report

This report discusses the most common myths surrounding higher-density development including “Higher-density development creates more regional traffic congestion and parking problems than low-density development.” Using real data, this report shows us what really happens in higher-density development.

Download and read. »

Alliance for Metropolitan Stability

According to their website, "The Alliance for Metropolitan Stability is a coalition of grassroots organizations that advances racial, economic and environmental justice in growth and development patterns in the Twin Cities region."

Their core areas include:

Corridors of Opportunity Community Engagement Team
Transportation Equity and Equitable Development
HIRE Minnesota
Stops for Us
Community Benefit Agreements

Learn more about Alliance for Metropolitan Stability. »

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