Author: chris

Discuss the impact of thousands of lobbyists in Washington DC and billions of dollars spent every year to change federal policies.  Is it effective in changing federal policies?  Explain.

• Describe the effects that the statistical information on a specific race or ethnicity in the areas of health, crime, employment, or education may have in terms of being a predictor of behavior. Provide your opinion on the most likely effects these statistics will have on an individual.

1. Discuss three pillars of sustainability and its impact and challenges on building a sustainable communities.

 

1. What are different ways that one can define “smart-growth?”

1. What are some of the challenges with local growth management programs?

1. What are some of the reasons for growth management? Describe and explain each.

1. What are the systematic approaches to economic development planning?

1. What strategies do communities/community economic development agencies rely on to promote their economic growth? What are some of the pitfalls of these reliances?

1. What factors have played a role in the federal, state, and local governments’ involvement in local economic development efforts?

1. What are Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDOs)? What are the implications for the municipalities?