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.
“Rebuilding the Ridge” is a rallying cry on signs around town, evoking the beauty and peril of rebuilding on a wind-swept jut of land poking out of the Sierra Nevada and begging the question: Will the resurgent community be safer this time?
A new report from Public Services International points to the dangers of ‘corporate-led’ smart city initiatives and insists that these technological paradigms must be designed for people rather than profit.
The homeowner reimbursement program run by the Texas General Land Office reimburses homeowners up to $50,000 in out-of-pocket expenses to repair their Harvey-damaged homes, but there are a variety of regulations that determine eligibility.
Although not a new concept, roundabouts in recent years have become more popular in Florida as part of a push for more safety
A public transportation program that helps users map routes to their destinations is expanding into six Pennsylvania counties
A federal appeals panel ruled that a voter identification law in Texas discriminated against blacks and Hispanics and violated the Voting Rights Act of 1965
An investment of $45,000 is helping fund the Activate Chattanooga program to get local residents more involved and committed to the city bike share program
Milwaukee is one of several U.S. cities to experience a spike in homicides
Building on the concept that where one lives is a strong indicator of future health, three cities are tackling population health in their own ways
The pilot program will connect over 275,000 low-income households – and nearly 200,000 children – with the support they need to access the Internet at home
States are trying to get kids to unplug from the digital world and enjoy the pleasures of stargazing, kayaking, studying insects and other outdoor pursuits
New research shows active populations create successful cities
Gov. Kate Brown signed legislation aimed at curbing profiling by police
Teams from Virginia’s agencies will compete over 48 hours to create new and innovative applications
Salt Lake City opposes the prison relocation, and city officials are threatening a lawsuit to block the prison
Many housing activists are turning to community land trusts as a way to help build the nation’s stock of permanently affordable housing.
After a successful pilot program with body cameras, Indianapolis’ proposed 2016 budget will include a request for them and dashboard cameras for police cars
A report from Stanford University recommends California allow schools to use “well-designed” portfolios, comprised of work from each of five subject areas
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