Smart growth and racial equity How we’re improving racial disparities using a smart growth approach Smart growth initiatives build racial equity by focusing on improving fiscal health and social equity. SGA aims to address and equip advocates and political leaders with the tools they need to create more equitable outcomes within transportation, housing, and land use and development plans and practices. 0 Working together for smarter growth We’ve been equipping local leaders, planners, transportation staffers and others to deeply engage the arts, culture, and creativity to better reflect and celebrate local culture, heritage, and values—especially from underrepresented communities—as they design and plan transportation projects.