Economic Development
Below are recent studies, reports, magazine articles, and other resources that MRSC has collected regarding local economic development.
All links go to external websites. Please note that these links were valid at the time of their original posting, but because websites and addresses may change, we cannot guarantee that all links still work.
Cities are Experimenting with More Space for People, Less Room for Cars (May 28, 2020)
The coronavirus has provided the opportunity for a natural experiment into what cities could look like with fewer cars. More from MarketPlace.
Cities and States are on the Front Lines of the Economic Battle Against COVID-19 (May 21, 2020)
Mayors, nonprofits, and other civic institutions are fighting the early stages of the crisis with the tools, information, and resources they have at their disposal. More from Brookings.
Five Big Questions on City Leaders’ Minds as Their Economies Reopen (May 20, 2020)
As city officials weigh the risks and rewards of reopening their local economies, they face a series of intertwined economic, public health, and public relations dilemmas. More from NLC's CitiesSpeak.
The Economy and Cities: What America’s Leaders Are Seeing (April 16, 2020)
The National League of Cities and the United States Conference of Mayors put together a survey of cities, towns, and villages to create a snapshot of the economic conditions of cities during the COVID-19 pandemic. More from the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Delivering on the Promise of Opportunity Zones (February 28, 2020)
With tax rules clarified, will the program deliver the promise of increasing development in underserved areas? More from Urban Land.
Store Closures: Counties Repurpose Unused Spaces (February 20, 2020)
Some counties are taking vacant retail space into their own hands, relocating offices inside and bringing people back to once-thriving buildings. More from NACo's County News.
Bellingham Hopes to Soon Welcome Innovation Park (October 21, 2019)
In order to jump-start a key waterfront project, two public agencies in the city are reaching out to the private sector, hoping to soon move forward with plans to create the Western Crossing Innovation Park. More from Government Technology.
Homegrown Success (July 30, 2019) (August 2, 2019)
By focusing on their inherent advantages and assets, small towns in rural America are reaping the fruits of economic development. More from Planning.
Building a Solid Brand Is Not Just for the Private Sector (November 1, 2018)
It is an opportunity to amplify your community's strengths. More from Route Fifty.