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How the Tri-COG Land Bank is Transforming Vacant Properties in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

Center for Community Progress

By: Liz Kozub I got my start in transforming vacant properties in 2012 as an intern for the City of East McKeesport, Pennsylvania, a dense community of just over 2,000 residents with tremendous community pride. Secured annual funding from all members, using a formula based on the amount of delinquent taxes received by each member.

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Former White House officials highlight the value of early planning for presidential transitions

Partnership for Public Service

Former National Security Advisor Stephen J. Hadley edited a new book entitled, “ Hand-Off: The Foreign Policy George W.

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