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Peer reviewedGreen, Gary P.; And Others – Journal of the Community Development Society, 1990
A national survey uncovered 105 (of a sample of 600) projects that met criteria defining local self-development. The activities produced a variety of jobs for local residents. Costs and availability of credit were major obstacles. Local business/industry development projects tended to produce the most jobs at the least cost. (SK)
Descriptors: Community Control, Community Development, Community Programs, Cost Effectiveness
Reid, J. Norman – Rural Development Perspectives, 1999
Describes rural implementation of the Empowerment Zones and Enterprise Communities program, which combines flexible long-term financing with strategic planning and performance benchmarking to empower impoverished communities to address structural problems comprehensively. Impressive 3-year results include job creation; improved community services;…
Descriptors: Community Control, Community Development, Community Planning, Federal Aid
