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A vibrant city street showcasing thriving small businesses, with a prominent city hall building symbolizing local government's role in economic development.
Business Resources

How Local Government Economic Development Impacts Small Businesses

Despite billions allocated to programs like the New Markets Tax Credit, some studies find no evidence of their impact on local business activity, raising questions about where public funds truly make

Eleni Kassian·June 23, 2026
Diverse community members discuss revitalization plans on a Main Street, with some storefronts showing signs of economic struggle.
Main Street Revival

Community surveys could stall Main Street revitalization, but input is still vital.

In Anytown, USA, a $5 million Main Street revitalization project, shaped by 80% resident feedback, resulted in new benches and planters.

Kendra Baptiste·June 17, 2026
Monterey Park City Hall with a 'No Data Centers' banner, symbolizing the community's vote against new data center construction.
Market Trends

Monterey Park voters permanently ban new data centers

Monterey Park, California, implemented a permanent ban on data centers within its limits, following an 86.

Eleni Kassian·June 9, 2026