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Peer reviewedRichards, R. O. – Journal of the Community Development Society, 1984
This field study of a small midwestern town undergoing development suggests that external resources (such as state and federal aid) do not necessarily diminish local decision making if the community has shared values, conflict resolution mechanisms, local issues, and healthy social networks. (SK)
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Control, Community Development, Conflict Resolution
