Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of the Scottish play w/ Ralph Fiennes was (predictably) terrific. Unexpectedly charming: seeing the cast hop on Lime bikes after the show and zip off past the cars waiting to leave the parking lot.

Now: Meet @Jenny_Schuetz as we talk about the #housing crisis in America and what must be done to fix the problem. KXEL.com or Hey Google/Alexa play KXEL radio with Polk County Housing Trust Fund News/Talk 1540 KXEL

I’m beyond delighted to welcome Robert Puentes as my new boss and colleague!! Rob, we can’t wait to work with you as Metro moves into its next chapter.

Continuing my spring tour of state capitals…Des Moines positively showing off on a beautiful spring day.

We've been named a Top 10 Finalist for the 2024 Ivory Prize for #HousingAffordability ! Our ADU Bonus Program was recognized for its potential to rapidly increase supply and density of affordable housing, encouraging development and benefitting residents.
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No doubt someone has specified minimum moat depths and maximum drawbridge widths. Heritage oak planks only for the drawbridge, of course, in deference to neighborhood character.

20th century land use planning has created an awful lot of neighborhoods that are not well suited to an aging population. More diverse structure types at a range of price points in every neighborhood would help (and repeal Prop 13).
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Georgists: Taxing expensive land would redistribute people more efficiently across existing housing and incentivize more housing in high-demand places.

Starter homes are great, they just don't belong in this neighborhood. First-time homebuyers are practically renters, it's not like having *real* neighbors who are deeply connected to the community.

Too obvious? Also easier to appreciate from the outside (interior lighting & ventilation leaves much to be desired).

Jed articulates so well the disconnect between most academic research & policymakers' needs. A thoughtful, clearly written lit review (or similar translation of research for non-experts) punches above its weight in impact. Fewer Greek letters, more practical recommendations!

Bought some tickets to Washington Mystics Chicago Sky in June. It’s going to be an exciting summer.

In my completely objective opinion...land use, transportation, and housing are among the most important 'desks' for media to cover! (Besides food and puzzles, of course.)

I dare any economist to include this much color and font variation on your opening slide. (Also if you do, please share pix of your audience’ faces.)

Key lesson for states that adopt new zoning/housing requirements for localities to meet: Providing high-quality, accessible training & TA for localities who are *willing* to comply goes a long way. Fighting a handful of active resisters is expensive.