Small Town Solutions: An Economic Development Guide for Small Communities with BIG Dreams
Practical economic development playbook for small towns: assets, partners, action steps.
Small Town Solutions: An Economic Development Guide for Small Communities with BIG Dreams is a practical guide designed to help small towns plan and execute strategies that strengthen local economies and community vitality. Written for local government leaders, economic development staff, nonprofit partners, and engaged residents, it focuses on decision-making and problem-solving in the context of limited budgets and capacity. The resource offers actionable frameworks, examples, and step-by-step guidance to identify community assets, prioritize initiatives, and build partnerships that support business growth, workforce stability, and downtown or neighborhood revitalization. Its value lies in translating economic development concepts into clear, usable approaches that communities can adapt to their unique goals, helping them move from vision to implementation with greater confidence and alignment.
