Economic Development
Economic Development is a crucial focus for local and state government agencies committed to fostering job creation, attracting investments, and improving community prosperity. Governments can stimulate economic activity and enhance regional competitiveness by implementing strategies that support business growth, infrastructure development, and workforce training. This directory provides articles on economic development alongside related topics like Workforce Development, which examines initiatives to enhance the skills and employability of the local labor force.
Richmond, CA, is considering an urban farming ordinance that lays out what products residents can raise and sell. Learn how adjustments to zoning can support economic development
A new ordinance in Denver will allow local residents to participate as sellers at farmers markets with a new permit from the city. Details of this and how other cities are expanding farmers markets into true attractions
Cleveland is retrofitting unused streetcar tracks to create bicycle lanes within city streets. Details the plan and the many economic benefits attributed to expanded bicycle lane access
Lisbon-Mount Vernon Ambulance Service is asking voters to approve a new EMS district funded by a property tax levy to add full-time staff
The E3 initiative connects Chester County inmates with employers before release and maintains support after reentry
Tulsa City Council has approved a plan allowing the fire department to charge insurance companies of at-fault drivers $710 to $1,865 per response
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The 2025 report underscores local leadership amid rising economic and climate pressures
Longtime small businesses can apply for the $5,000 grants for marketing, business process modernization and improving technology
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Salem balances the dark tourism of the 1692 Witch Trials at Halloween with a cathartic approach to teaching and practicing social justice
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University of Georgia researcher seeks to understand why people are volunteering less
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