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Feenstra, Gail; Gupta, Clare; Campbell, David; Sowerwine, Jennifer; Munden-Dixon, Katherine – Journal of Extension, 2021
This paper presents findings from a survey of 34 food policy councils (FPCs) in California. The survey addressed organizational structure and functions, policy priorities and achievements, and the use of research or other information. We find that most FPCs have formed in recent years, operate with small budgets and limited or no staff, and…
Descriptors: Food, Policy, Community Organizations, Extension Agents
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Pigg, Kenneth E. – Journal of Extension, 1978
Technical capability, a resource needed by citizen groups, can usually be found. The uncertain political authority for decision-making given to citizen groups is a more serious problem. Local groups must learn where their project fits into the local political scheme. (EM)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizen Role, Community Development, Community Influence
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Cordes, Sam M.; And Others – Journal of Extension, 1978
Describes the educational program developed by Pennsylvania State University for community health services decision makers and offers suggestions for others in developing similar programs. (MF)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Community Education, Community Health Services, Community Organizations