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.
The state’s Dec. 1, 2016, deadline forced medical marijuana shops to decide if they wanted to pay a fee to remain a medical marijuana dispensary, or transition to the recreational marijuana business.
The ArcGIS licenses enable volunteers to support local organizations, disaster response efforts and missions like urban economic development.
Funders seek grant partnerships in applications because they often lead to better results.
Several workforce development projects are being fueled by affordable housing initiatives to help struggling employees find economic stability
School districts across the country are tapping into grant programs to buy or upgrade educational technologies to enhance the quality of education provided to students
After Columbia invested $745,000 public dollars into downtown improvements, nearly $7 million private sector dollars were added to the projects
When state and federal government funding is cut, many communities see vital projects push forward through nonprofit organizations
Many cities are experimenting with different investments and incentives to attract businesses to the local economy and expect a high return on investment
States nationwide are investing in workforce development programs that teach workers the skills in demand from employers in booming industries
Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., both received high rankings in a recent survey of digital programs across the country
Cities across the country are tapping into state and federal grants designed to encourage the use of clean energy technologies by agencies and businesses
The SBA has deployed its Emerging Leaders Initiative for 2015 which offers federal training for business executives stemming from disadvantaged communities
Philadelphia has launched an adult education system to equip the city’s adult workforce with the professional skills required to fill roles in growing industries
Massachusetts State Senator Karen Spilka discussed her Innovative Communities proposal that aims to connect municipalities to startups in the tech sector
A growing number of municipalities are developing business incubators to nurture growth of young companies and startups in key industries.
The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced $100 million in grants will be invested in launching innovative, high-quality apprenticeship programs
A new study finds a direct correlation between inadequate transportation options and employment opportunities for residents reliant on public transit
Major cities such as New York City and Philadelphia are investing in resources and amenities to create hubs for economic growth in specific industries
Municipalities are supporting the rise of innovation districts to spur economic growth and stability
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