The Real View

Shaker Heights City Council Member Sean Malone joins us for this week’s podcast. Sean discusses the history of Shaker heights, being a “garden city”, the planning and development of the city and original vision and design. He discusses how the city was impacted by redlining and discrimination and some of the ways the city is intentionally working on becoming more welcoming and inclusive. We also discuss other challenges the city is facing, including education, infrastructure, housing, and more. We discuss what Sean’s ideal Shaker Heights would look like, and what makes it one of the most desirable suburbs in America.

Show Notes

Some of the highlights of the show include:
  • The history of Shaker Heights as a garden city and planned city and what that means
  • How the city was impacted by discrimination and redlining, and what the city is doing to change that
  • Other challenges that the city is facing, including education, infrastructure, housing, and more
  •  How the city is working on preserving its history while dealing with modern issues
  • What the ideal Shaker Heights would look like
  • What makes it one of the most desirable suburbs in America

What is The Real View?

Everyone knows real estate is complex. Whether you’re a first time home buyer or a seasoned broker, this podcast has something for you. Join us as we connect you to industry innovators and influencers keeping you with the real view of real estate.