Community Development
Community Development is a key priority for local and state government agencies, focusing on improving the quality of life in communities through economic growth, housing, and social services. By fostering strong, vibrant communities, governments can address poverty, unemployment, and access to resources. This directory provides articles on community development and related topics like Economic Development, which explores strategies for job creation and attracting investments that drive regional growth.
Headlines have predicted a housing revolution as attitudes about suburban life have evolved, but that doesn’t mean the transition away from single-family zoning won’t be slow and difficult
What hurts the most, said Kellee Fernandez, sister to one of the victims, is knowing how much her brother had to offer to others
While implementing a smart city program is often easier said than done, overcoming these challenges will have your city on its way to hyperconnectivity in no time
Communities throughout Virginia have made vast improvements in their homelessness response and housing assistance systems
Public transportation is designed to do more than improve traffic flow. It also provides social and economic benefits
Several U.S. governors are threatening to halt efforts to allow Syrian refugees into their states in the aftermath of the coordinated attacks in Paris
Massachusetts is aggregating the vast amount of data it holds to address the state’s biggest challenges
Obesity is still rising among American adults, despite more than a decade of public-awareness campaigns and other efforts to get people to watch their weight
Leading digital cities are developing mature infrastructure that enables leaders to experiment with new technology projects to improve the lives of citizens
The $4 million fire and life safety initiative will provide free installation of 100,000 photoelectric combination smoke/carbon monoxide alarms to city residents
The California State Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (CSBPP) focuses on improving safety and access across all modes, particularly bicycle and pedestrian
Advocates for the homeless see social media chronicling as harassment while organizers aim to illustrate a pressing social problem and encourage solutions
Philadelphia’s next police commissioner says he’ll expand the use of officer body cameras in the department
Citing Albuquerque’s rising crime rate, Senate Democrats said that they want to prioritize public safety funding in the next legislative session
Portland’s popularity has had a surprising effect: Those who helped make it cool can’t afford to live here anymore
Homelessness in Hawaii has grown, leaving the state with 487 homeless per 100,000 people, the nation’s highest rate per capita, ahead of New York and Nevada
Speedy shoppers will no longer get stuck behind people who dawdle or stop to check their phones - thanks to the UK’s first-ever pedestrian fast lane
Water tests at hundreds of Flint buildings indicate drinking water at all homes, businesses and schools needs to be tested for possible lead contamination
Walk21 aims to strengthen the walking movement by supporting and inspiring communities to change their policies and practices
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