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Why Local Governments Should Make Housing Part of Their Economic Development Plans

NLC (National League of Cities)

NLC’s Entrepreneurship and Economic Development team helps cities meet their economic security needs by building robust and inclusive economies.

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Property Tax Exemptions for Community & Economic Development

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

This blog post attempts to identify which of these property tax breaks that might be relevant to a local government’s community and economic development plans. Here is the list of exemptions that are most likely to be relevant to a local government’s community and economic development activities. Okay, enough background.

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Episode 59: Economic Development as a Key to Community Development Services

CRA Today

Episode 59: Economic Development as a Key to Community Development Services [link] There are a wealth of opportunities to serve aspiring entrepreneurs and established small businesses! The post Episode 59: Economic Development as a Key to Community Development Services appeared first on CRA Today.

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How Municipalities Can Drive Local Economic Development

GovPilot

With the cultural shift to a “work from anywhere” mentality, as well as the recent passage of the Infrastructure Bill, there are many reasons for municipal governments to be excited about local economic development and the adaptation of civil society.

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Building a local economy versus "economic development": Gambling

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

Had the same amount of money been spent on another activity, like shopping or dining, NERA Economic Consulting estimated that significantly more would have been paid out in wages, which employees would have then spent on other parts of the economy. Economic development versus building a local economy.

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CIE Spotlight: Inside Raleigh’s Innovative Approach to Community and Economic Development

NLC (National League of Cities)

Over a decade ago, thought leaders and visionaries convened at the first Innovate Raleigh Summit under the leadership of then councilmember Mary-Ann Baldwin and Dr. Terri Lomax, Vice Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Economic Development at […] Source

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How Are Economic Developers Partnering to Solve Workforce Challenges?

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

To attract, retain and expand businesses in today’s tight labor market, economic development organizations (EDOs) are becoming more involved than ever in partnerships to help meet employers’ talent pipeline and training needs. Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation in Pa.; What do those partnerships look like?