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 Bay State is passing a law that lets local voters decide to ban recreational marijuana, which won statewide approval through a 2016 voter referendum.
The city of Louisville is appealing to California to be exempt from a travel ban to states deemed to have discriminatory laws.
From coast to coast, shipping ports are confused over delays and slowdowns caused by the Petya cyber attack and its affect on the Maersk line.
Water is expected to continue to be a scarce resource in areas already seeing the lowest levels in centuries. While municipalities in CA are turning wastewater into drinking water, a city in Ghana is using it to aid urban farming. We take a look at the benefits of reclaiming polluted water
A new microvolunteering program seeks to match municipal needs with job hunters seeking new skills and ultimately engaging with employers in need of skilled labor. Inside we detail the program, how to involve necessary parties and incentives used to gain participation
A new public-private partnership in MA is tying together state and private funds to redevelop an entire downtown area in Quincy. The resulting infrastructure improvements will be paid back over time through tax revenue. Inside we provide details on this model and how other cities are looking at innovative solutions for redevelopment
The Brooklyn Public Library is selling the land it currently resides on to a private developer who will build a new residential apartment tower with a new library on the first floor. This is just one example of innovative mechanisms public entities are using to dodge strapped budgets when it comes to infrastructure
A new report from Virginia Tech explains how libraries can become a hub of economic activity by acting as a startup incubator for local communities. Inside we provide key takeaways and examples of this concept already underway
Multiple agencies have come together in Chicago to support the growth of urban agriculture jobs. Farmers For Chicago will help to train and certify residents who seek expertise in building inner-city farm based enterprises. The details of this effort, others already in action, and USDA involvement inside
A bipartisan effort with National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA) will provide 45 two-year grants of $25K - $40K per year for naturalization efforts.
The FMPP aims to encourage the growth, awareness and use of local and community supported agriculture (CSA) through grants funded by the USDA
HUD and foundation grants help Detroit fill storefronts with growing small businesses that need space, equipment and resources.
Through POWER grants, the Appalachian Regional Commission is making $45 million available for jobs programs.
Redevelopment of brownfields can help cities like Meriden, Conn. attract more businesses and private developments and reduce the tax burden on homeowners.
USDA Provides Funding for More Than 1,100 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects Nationwide
Grant funding supports solar and other renewable energy projects to create jobs and promote energy independence
The federal government announced new actions to help Americans who’ve paid their debt to society rehabilitate and reintegrate back into their communities
Cities across the country are taking advantage of state and federal funding to support workforce development programs that spur long-term economic growth
The funds will support construction of a $4.5 million training facility to house the Broadband Technology Center
The U.S. Department of Labor is awarding more than $35 million in grants to support and study federally funded employment and training programs
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