Community Development News & Articles

• Webinar: Grants funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

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  Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure

• Webinar: Grants funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

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  Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure

• Funding opportunities for local government under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (eBook)

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  The IIJA provides $550 billion in new investments for transportation and utilities, among other purposes

• Next Generation 911: Why your agency's success and community's safety depends on having updated technology

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  NG911 technology breaks down borders and removes the roadblocks that hinder responders from doing their job – saving lives

• The dollars are in the details: How to make your case to win grant funding (infographic)

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  Download this free guide for tips to help you and your department craft a successful grant application

• FTOs and department culture: It always comes back to training

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  One of the most overlooked aspects when it comes to law enforcement culture is how officers are trained within the organization

• Equipping your campus to meet tomorrow’s challenges today (eBook)

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  Download your free guide to technology and grants funding to help schools increase campus safety, as well as access for remote learners

• Major cities partner with Grubhub to provide economic relief for independent restaurants and delivery partners impacted by COVID-19

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  "This is what true civic leadership looks like," said Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot during the initiative's announcement Friday.

• Baton Rouge Greenlights $300 Million Traffic and Community Enhancements Project

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  The project illustrates a rising industry trend of municipalities playing a greater role in funding repairs and upgrades to local infrastructure to meet the needs of their constituents and the local economy.

• San Diego Park Frequented by Homeless Will Get $8 Million Makeover

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  The makeover calls for unique playground equipment with a forest theme, a picnic and lawn area, an off-leash dog park, adult exercise equipment, a vendor kiosk and public restrooms with an attendant.

• Are opportunity zones economic development or subsidized gentrification?

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  Opportunity zones offer tax incentives for those who choose to invest in distressed communities, but there is little oversight of how money is spent and the effect it has on communities

• Summit: Transit Key to Growth, Resilience for Cities

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  At the 7th Annual Gateway Cities Innovation Institute Awards and Summit, keynote speaker Christopher Coes urged several hundred attendees to envision a country in which no matter where or who you are, you can live in a place that’s “healthy, prosperous and resilient.”

• St. Paul: Old Ford Site Redevelopment Plan Includes Transportation Options, Infrastructure Investment

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  By 2040, the site of an old Ford assembly plant will be home to a variety of housing options, office and retail space, public parks and other publicly accessible green space as well as transportation options. The city is expected to invest millions in infrastructure.

• More Affordable Housing Coming to Boston Suburb via State's Chapter 40R

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  Massachusett's Chapter 40R seeks to substantially increase the supply of housing and decrease its cost by increasing the amount of land zoned for dense housing.

• How One Town Uses a 311 App to Improve Operations, Engage Residents

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  The fast-growing town of Gilbert, Arizona, uses SeeClickFix to streamline service requests, prioritize repair efforts and communicate with citizens