Opportunity Zones are a new tool that can be leveraged to enhance the creation of workforce and economic opportunity in communities.
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FEMA’s 2018-2022 Strategic Plan envisions disaster recovery efforts to be “federally supported, state managed, and locally executed.”
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The 2019 call for volunteers is now open with opportunities to give back to the profession. Call closes April 12.
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Going solar at the local level can be a challenge, but regional organizations can help make this a reality.
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How the right setup can increase (or decrease) productivity in local government council meetings [PM Magazine, March 2019]
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How one city—and its city manager—is embracing unique economic development thinking [PM Magazine, March 2019]
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Crossing the Line Between Educating and Advocating in the Local Government Space [PM Magazine, March 2019]
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Crossing the Line Between Educating and Advocating in the Local Government Space
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Communication Tools to Help Local Government Managers Maintain a Strong Foundation of Trust [PM Magazine, March 2019]