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The recent announcement from the Vermont Council on Rural Development could have a transformative impact on communities that are urgently navigating a multitude of necessary infrastructure renewals and adaptations to climate change. The trust fund structure provides a mechanism for financial stability but is not a panacea; it demands diligent long-term management. Woodstock, VT, for instance, is in an advantageous position, benefiting from a private endowment designed to help secure its future prosperity. Despite the financial boon from this endowment, Woodstock, VT, continues to experience persistent municipal financial constraints preventing major upgrades in critical infrastructure. This is largely due to inadequate long-term financial planning. Additionally, the increasing frequency of significant climate events exacerbates these challenges, posing a severe risk to our community’s resilience. Trust funds are both important and necessary, but equally critical are capacity building and maintaining fiduciary responsibility.

When reflecting on the blue-green economy’s evolution in Southeast Louisiana, stakeholders see both positive change and stalled progress. They have observed improvements in framing, prioritization, policy, and planning, but point to gaps in thinking about project maintenance and local workers and businesses. Community engagement and community-driven processes, green infrastructure, holistic integration, and equity were key areas of uncertainty and differing perspectives on the trajectory over time. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gFhcBaU5 #Louisiana #Economy

🤔 What defines the true height of our buildings? It's the depth of community foundations they're built upon. A reminder that in construction, our true legacy isn't just in the structures we raise, but in the communities we strengthen. Let's build with purpose ❤️ #Construction #Community #SocialValue

The Community Land Leadership Group, Scottish Land Commission, met on 7th March to discuss and consider (1) Asset Transfer and (2) urban community land ownership. A review is being undertaken by the Scottish Government of the Asset Transfer processes and implementation, as part of a wider consideration of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015. The results of the review are expected to be published by the end of the year. We also received a presentation from Carey Doyle, Urban Hub Manager at Community Land Scotland regarding the amazing work that is being undertaken in urban areas in bringing land in to community ownership. Over 100 case enquiries received in the Glasgow & Clyde Valley area and many from areas of resource deprivation. So much has been achieved in a short space of time with communities more empowered, confidence levels increased and issues of vacant & derelict land being addressed,

Hey Wyoming - Have you heard about the power of Urban Renewal as a tool to help achieve community goals? If you'd like to find out more information about how this tool can assist with achieving your plans for redevelopment, economic development and housing projects, consider attending the upcoming URA summit in Laramie this July.

📢 How would you like to be involved in the planning process across Greater Cambridge? 📅 We are consulting on a new ‘Statement of Community Involvement’ from 18 October to 29 November 2023 and we welcome your views. 📝The Statement of Community Involvement sets out how the South Cambridgeshire District Council and Cambridge City Council will involve communities on a wide range of planning matters throughout the planning process. 🏗️ Planning affects the lives of everyone who lives, works, and visits Greater Cambridge. It is essential that people have an opportunity to engage in the decisions the councils make on new housing, workplaces, open spaces, and the measures being taken locally to tackle climate and biodiversity issues. 🔗You can read the document and make your comments here: https://lnkd.in/evTZ2Ajq Anyone who would prefer to receive printed literature to help them have their say should call 01223 457000 or 01954 713 000’  #GreaterCambridge #GreaterCambridgesharedplanning #Cambridge #SouthCambs #CambridgeCommunity #CambridgePlanning #CambridgePlanning2023 #SouthCambsConsults #CommunityInvolvement #GreaterCambridgeVoices #LocalPlanningCambridge #HaveYourSayCambs

From repurposed shipping containers to tiny homes for at-risk youth to pink-balconied views of Cape Town’s Table Mountain, #microhousing can take many forms. Regardless of the shape, it is all about the effective use of space. We are proud to feature these 10 projects that diligently make use of minimal space, providing benefits in affordability, community engagement, environmental impact, and more. Read more on Urban Land at: https://lnkd.in/gMJBfPbw #housingsolutions #housingmarket

ONPHA's updated strategy “Building Bridges: A Collaborative Vision for Housing”, empowers us to lead integrated solutions, transforming the housing system from a holistic perspective. Our three key priorities work in harmony to help us support members while directly addressing the root causes of the affordable housing crisis. Our third pillar, A Sustainable Housing Model, is already in motion! Here's what we're committed to achieving over the next three years: 💡 Exploring innovative funding strategies to foster diversified housing models within the system.  🔢 Leveraging data that measures sector-wide performance to support evidence-based advocacy.  🏡 Responding to the evolving needs of members to provide strategic support for organizations of all sizes.  Curious to learn more about what we’re up to? Read our full strategy here: https://lnkd.in/eSmAMDTY

The Elevate Boulder project focuses on uplifting low-income households, one family at a time. Elizabeth Crowe, Deputy Director of Boulder's Housing and Human Services department, shares the impact of Elevate Boulder's guaranteed income pilot project. With trust and support, families are empowered to thrive. Learn more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/gmZTUvym #ElevateBoulder #GuaranteedIncome #FinancialEmpowerment"

The allocation of the grants by the Urban and Community Forest Program will aid in the program’s efforts to expand tree canopies in disadvantaged communities https://lnkd.in/gaAD2c3Y