Small Town and Rural Economic Development

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Small Town and Rural Economic Development A Case Studies Approach

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Peter V. Schaeffer, Scott Loveridge

Book Code: C6576

ISBN: 0-275-96576-7

ISBN-13: 978-0-275-96576-1

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312 pages, charts, figures, maps

Praeger Publishers

Publication: 4/30/2000

List Price: $119.95 (UK Sterling Price: £70.00)

Availability: Print on demand

Media Type: Hardcover

Also Available: Ebook

Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4

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Reviews:

Small Town and Rural Economic Development has much to offer, especially to planners and community development practitioners. It provides a wealth of information on the local initiatives that are the heart of rural economic development.
—APA Journal
I would recommend this book to researchers who want to expand their inventory of recent case studies for possible future search; and to field practitioners who rarely hear about success stories outside of their immediate region.
—Journal of the Community Development Society

Description: Similar to large cities, rural towns have undergone dramatic change since mid-century. The decline in retailing, changes in manufacturing, and jobs moving abroad have had a tremendous impact. Yet while rural and industrial areas have similar concerns about adjusting to a changing economy, successful urban strategies cannot be blindly transferred to rural areas. Nor can rural areas be considered homogeneous. They differ in ethnic makeup, industrial structure, topography, and natural and human resources. Appreciating the diversity of rural areas, this book presents case studies from different industries, regions, and cultures, providing examples of the activity in small town and rural development, and reflecting on how these strategies might be pursued elsewhere. This collection provides examples of communities that have attempted to affect their future. Telling the stories of small towns that do not attract the attention of national media, this book celebrates the success, creativity, and vision of rural residents. Also included are examples of less effective rural development initiatives, which can be lessons to analyze and avoid mistakes. Ultimately, what is best in small town and rural development is the result of community engagement. This volume will help people to begin, or strengthen, that process of engagement.

Table of Contents:

Introduction
Community Engagement
Maintaining and Enhancing the Community Economic Base
Attracting Large Scale Industry
Public vs Private Sector Roles
Successful Rural Businesses
References
Contributors
Index

LC Card Number: 99-43115

LCC Class: HN90

Dewey Class: 307


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