Profiles in Rural Economic Development: A Guidebook of Selected Successful Rural Area Initiatives

摘要

The guidebook is a compilation of approximately 65 profiles of successful economic development initiatives in small towns and rural areas around the United States. The guidebook is intended for use by rural counties and local communities that are looking at alternative rural economic development approaches. Each profile is two pages in length and includes a description, the organization and funding for the initiative, a summary of key benefits, and a local contact person. Extensive quotes from local community leaders are used to highlight keys to success and pitfalls to avoid in replicating similar approaches in other communities. The guidebook includes an overview of the hallmarks of successful rural area initiatives.