Building and maintaining a sustainable local economy includes small business growth, which is hot right now.

Key research findings and expert insights about current local government issues and trends.

This blog post looks at the affordable housing challenges faced by Miami Florida.

Midland, North Carolina<br />Local leaders incorporated Midland, N.C. 16 years ago with a vision to cultivate the small town (pop. 3,073) into a desirable place to invest and live, while preserving the rural fabric of the community. The leaders hired professional staff to carry out their vision and this council/manager partnership has resulted in continuing success for the community, says Town…

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