The Alliance’s Connected Communities white paper identifies steps local governments can take to achieve a higher level of citizen engagement.
This is a sample document from Charlottesville, VA.
2011 National Association of Regional Councils Achievement Award Nominee: GO TO 2040
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Most local governments consider the environment and energy conservation key priorities. While governments are conscious of the need for sustainability, specific plans are slower to take hold.
The Center for Sustainable Communities conducts research and provides leading practice training and technical assistance for local government stakeholders.
Four local governments changed their forms of government during the spring and summer months of 2010.