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In their own words: Steering Committee members on their experience with LOCUS

As the only organization working directly on behalf of developers and investors of walkable urban, transit-oriented and smart growth development, LOCUS is constantly striving to build its advocacy capacity on the national and state level to protect and voice their interests.

By Jay Corbalis, May 1, 2013

As LOCUS continues to grow, some of our Steering Committee members recently sat down to discuss their positive experiences as members of LOCUS, and how LOCUS helps further their work on the front lines of smart growth.

Here’s what they had to say:

Interested in joining them? Sign-up to become a LOCUS member today! Professional Membership in LOCUS is open to real estate developers and investors interested in promoting walkable urban, transit-oriented and smart growth development. To learn more and become a member, click here >>>