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Should urban economic development continue to “attract and retain” nonlocal business?  Absolutely not, argues economist and attorney Michael Shuman in his latest book, The Local Economy Solution (Chelsea Green, 2015). 

Instead, cities should spread self-financing “pollinator” enterprises that nurture locally owned businesses through local planning, entrepreneurship, partnerships, purchasing, and investment. Shuman signs copies of the book after his talk. This talk is offered as part of Smart Growth programming. 

1.0 LU HSW (AIA) | 1.0 CM (AICP) | 1.0 PDH (LA CES)

Free Members; $10 Non-members. Pre-registration required. Walk-in registration based on availability.

Smart Growth is generously supported by the National Association of Realtors. Additional support is provided by Smart Growth America.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Registration is for event planning purposes only and does not guarantee a seat. Online registration for Museum programs closes at midnight the day before the scheduled program.

Photo: Arno Hesse co-founded of Bernal Bucks, a local debit card issued by a credit union in San Francisco. Photo courtesy of Bay Citizen.