Description
Book SynopsisWe tend to associate small town economic development with the decline of the rural United States - empty houses, shuttered shops and rusting factories. This collection of recent articles by experts presents stories of small-town America's struggle and describes innovations and practices behind successful revivals.
Trade Review?""A valuable resource offering proven innovative ideas and solutions. Small town leaders...add this comprehensive work to your toolbox."" - Debbie McKillop, Martinez City Council, California
""A useful and practical compendium of examples and lessons lessons learned from across the country on successfully implementing economic development in America's small towns."" - Carl Amento, Executive Director, South Central Regional Council of Governments, former Mayor of the Town of Hamden, Connecticut
""Gonzalez, Kemp, and Rosenthal present insightful and pragmatic approaches for small town officials and citizens seeking to enhance economic development in their communities."" - Randall Margo, Ph.D., former Assistant County Administrator for Yuba, California
