Location:
Washington, DC
Event Date:
February 11, 2009 – February 12, 2009
Description:
The future of our country’s old cities and towns is essential to the national economy’s health. Now is the moment for us to take advantage of a new Congress and administration and capitalize on the momentum. It is critical that members of Congress understand the consequences of policy choices on older industrial cities’ attempts to re-establish their economies and promote more sustainable development
The Northeast-Midwest Institute, Brookings Institution, Smart Growth America, and Policy Link are planning the first annual Revitalizing Older Cities Capitol Hill Summit as part of a multi-year effort to revitalize older cities. The summit is sponsored by the Northeast-Midwest Congressional and Senate Coalitions, as well as the Revitalizing Older Communities Congressional
Focus:
Natural Environment
Built Environment
Social/Economic Health
Scale:
City/Town
Region:
Northeast
