Opinion: Memphis’ city planning failed us — Memphis 3.0 is the vision we need

By , Guest Columnist Published: July 20, 2026 4:00 AM CT
Kelsey Huse
Guest Columnist

Kelsey Huse

Kelsey Huse is a safe streets and transit advocate in Midtown Memphis. She is a recent graduate of the University of Memphis Masters of City and Regional Planning program and is known as memphisurbanism on Instagram.

“Those of us who don’t stand to profit off zoning decisions must speak up and support a vision for a more walkable Memphis. Not only will this support small local businesses, but it will save lives on our roads.”

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