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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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Community building versus economic development

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

Cities cost money to operate. An art gallery type building won't have near the economic return as a sports arena, provided it is super well planned. Plus they have a bias against development to begin with, think developers are monsters because they make profits, etc. Community building versus revitalization.

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Remote workers: When do they count for local economic development incentives?

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

The shift to remote work, whether universal or not, represents a significant challenge for public officials focused on economic development. And for local governments engaged in business location incentive negotiations with private employers, the prospect of remote or hybrid workers must now be explicitly addressed.

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You Can Take It to the Bank: Federal Reserve System Resources for CED Professionals

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

Together, they work to promote the effective operation of the U.S. Beyond its many financial and economic responsibilities, one of the stated key functions of the system is to promote community development through the regional Federal Reserve Banks. economy and the overall public interest. Source: Library of Congress.

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Expanding Opportunity for Low-Wage Workers through Systems Alignment

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

Low-wage work does not typically provide the financial stability many people ultimately seek from employment, nor does it enable career pathways that lead to greater economic mobility in most instances. during the second half of 2023.

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Data Integration Helps Agencies Deliver

GovLoop

Digital transformation represents such a fundamental shift in the way government entities operate, deliver services and engage with citizens,” said Nadia Hansen, Digital Transformation Executive with Salesforce, a constituent relationship management company that gives agencies a 360-degree view of their customers.

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Islands of innovation: Creating smart and sustainable European marinas and ports

AWS Public Sector Blog

A common cloud-based data platform is a foundational step toward improving operations. Such platforms enable connections between stakeholders, management of the flow of vessels and passengers, and optimized social, economic, and environmental outcomes. The ports and marinas sector has undergone significant changes in recent years.