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.
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A new study identifies two important street features that draw pedestrians—outside of New York City
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s plan to begin regulating electronic cigarettes this summer has renewed debate over tobacco “harm reduction”
Technology that detects the sound of gunshots in Wilmington reported fewer gunshots in the last six months than the six months previous
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By sharing code, jurisdictions can cut IT development costs and better use resources. But it’s “a matter of cultural change
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The technology will help drivers be aware of pedestrians and cyclists, while warning them when a bus approaches
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The report card is the first of what Transportation Alternatives says will be performance reviews every six months for Vision Zero
Many cities have made changes over the past year following high-profile cases in which civilians were fatally shot by officers or died in police custody
Gentrification is pushing long-term residents out of urban neighborhoods. Can collective land ownership keep prices down permanently?
As of late, Detroit has become more renowned for its creativity and nurturing of innovative thought
Divvy membership discounted to $5 annually for low-income people, under new program
SANDAG awarded a $90,000 active transportation grant to the City of Coronado to develop a comprehensive strategy to improve walking and biking amenities
A recent increase in intense, sudden storms poses a threat to Japan’s capitol – one that the city’s flood protection systems may not be able to manage
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