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.
A 2017 report said the amount of ivory for sale in D.C. spiked in 10 years, citing New York and California’s state ivory trade bans as a major factor.
The city of Fort Collins, Colorado, competed and won a prestigious Department of Commerce Baldridge Performance Excellence award, here’s why.
The university study will examine the public health, economic and workforce impacts of the Chicago soda tax over a three-year period.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is committing $4.9M to 50 rural business and transportation projects designed to spur economic growth. Read about the different resources available to growing rural economies
A $75M Treasury Department grant will be divided among 12 Michigan cities looking to redevelop vacant or dilapidated buildings. Learn how federal funds continue to support recoveries from the housing crisis
Amsterdam’s urban food distribution initiative will reduce emissions while supporting locally-sourced produce. What sustainability measures are implemented in your community?
Read about cities’ plans to outsource animal control duties and water services to generate significant savings
Cities are investing in downtown neighborhood developments stocked with dense, transit-friendly amenities to fuel economic growth. How is your city avoiding blight?
The Senior Manager of the Denver Office of Economic Development told Gov1 how the agency uses industry-specific workforce data and employer discussions to identify specific needs
Libraries are getting an image makeover in an effort to play a more crucial role in social and economic development in local communities. Learn about the latest library revitalization trends such as shared services agreements
One City talks to Gov1 about combining San Francisco’s tech industry, residents and local government to solve community problems. Read the exclusive interview
NYC and Wuppertal, Germany, are building transit infrastructure in the skies to offer more options in congested neighborhoods. Learn more about elevated transit
An NY school district is using USDA funds to bring locally-sourced produce to school cafeterias. Read how school districts are collaborating with local farmers
The DOJ is offering $7 million to fund community safety initiatives in neighborhood revitalization programs, while the DOE is awarding Promise Neighborhoods planning grants to strengthen school systems and career opportunities at the local level
The USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant program awarded $813,342 to support New Jersey farming initiatives. How does your community support specialty crop production and distribution?
The city of Medicine Hat will make utilities more affordable for businesses by offering immediate rebates. Read why a cut in short-term profits could lead to long-term economic sustainability
LA is testing a new electric highway between its major ports and downtown area to cut emissions significantly
Christiansburg, VA, is setting its budget based on the most important needs of the city to ensure both long-term savings and sustainability. Read the step-by-step process
A Boulder County, Colorado, transit expert explains why free bus rides will lead to more transit funding and expansion opportunity. Check out our exclusive interview with Scott McCarey
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