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The Catalyst For Preservation: Assessing The Impact Of Historic Tax Credit Leverage On Surrounding Property Values In The State Of South Carolina, John Sutton
All Theses
The historic rehabilitation tax credit, in its many forms, is the single greatest driver of historic preservation investment in the United States. Despite this, very little research has been done regarding the secondary effects of historic tax credit leverage. The goal of this thesis is to assess the impact that substantial historic tax credit projects have had on the value of the properties that surround them in the state of South Carolina. Property tax assessment records were solicited from three different county governments within South Carolina to analyze the change in the assessed value induced by the introduction of tax …
The Economic Opportunity Mapping (Eom) Tool, Craig W. Carpenter, Anders Van Sandt, Rebekka Dudensing, Scott Loveridge, Linda S. Niehm
The Economic Opportunity Mapping (Eom) Tool, Craig W. Carpenter, Anders Van Sandt, Rebekka Dudensing, Scott Loveridge, Linda S. Niehm
The Journal of Extension
Extension professionals increasingly understand data as integral to economic development planning and related efforts. However, regional economic data is often inaccurate, expensive, and unengaging for stakeholders. The Economic Opportunity Mapping Tool provides industry-specific free online interactive maps to engage stakeholders in the process of economic development planning, while also helping connect the determinants of business location with real local data on industry establishments.
Unique Conference Design Showcases Small Towns, Highlights Entrepreneurs, And Strengthens Capacity, Carey Andrew Northrop Mr., Katherine M. Jamieson Mrs., Parker B. Jones, Mary A. Reilly, Tyler Augst
Unique Conference Design Showcases Small Towns, Highlights Entrepreneurs, And Strengthens Capacity, Carey Andrew Northrop Mr., Katherine M. Jamieson Mrs., Parker B. Jones, Mary A. Reilly, Tyler Augst
The Journal of Extension
Michigan State University Extension (MSUE)’s annual conference, Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC), has served as a catalyst for entrepreneurial ecosystems across Michigan since 2012. Designed by MSUE for small towns, CEC has gained national interest as evidenced by the adoption of this conference model by four other Extension services. This article outlines the unique conference design, details the partnership between Extension and host communities, and explores conference evaluation data validating the need to continue this programming. Lessons learned and successes to date are provided to ensure readers learn the value this unique conference format has in Extension entrepreneurship programming nationally.
Regional Advisory Councils To Support Nascent Rural Entrepreneurs, Sharon R. Paynter, Michael L. Harris, Dennis Barber Iii
Regional Advisory Councils To Support Nascent Rural Entrepreneurs, Sharon R. Paynter, Michael L. Harris, Dennis Barber Iii
The Journal of Extension
Traditional economic development efforts have been unable to address the nuances of rural communities. Entrepreneurship can be an important process and a vital component for building rural resiliency. As part of RISE29, a grant funded program, regional advisory councils have been established an act as a crucial extension tool for East Carolina University. The goal of these councils is to incorporate the narrative and discourse of the importance of entrepreneurship as a part of inclusive rural economic development strategies.
Pathways To Prosperity Conference Blends Technology And Facilitation To Engage Leaders Statewide, Debra Hansen, Monica Babine
Pathways To Prosperity Conference Blends Technology And Facilitation To Engage Leaders Statewide, Debra Hansen, Monica Babine
The Journal of Extension
Pathways to Prosperity (P2P) is a statewide economic development leadership conference that is hosted by Washington State University Extension (WSUE) and involves use of a unique hybrid delivery model to reach rural communities and revive economies. For P2P, WSUE uses technology to connect multiple sites simultaneously to provide a webinar featuring a national expert. Well-designed and adaptable activities facilitated by a local team address issues and opportunities introduced by the speaker. Regional leaders and stakeholders participate at local sites, allowing them to leverage the knowledge gained by applying it to their community goals and aspirations.
Developing Internal Partnerships To Enhance A Local Foods Campaign, Stacey Stearns
Developing Internal Partnerships To Enhance A Local Foods Campaign, Stacey Stearns
The Journal of Extension
The Connecticut 10% Campaign teaches consumers about local foods and garden opportunities while supporting communities by promoting relevant changes in behavior. It was hypothesized that several Extension programs have similar goals and could partner to increase impact. A survey of University of Connecticut Extension personnel gauged knowledge of programs administered by the 10% Campaign team and interest in future collaboration. Results are being used to strategically plan for future programming. Extension systems addressing challenges and opportunities related to local foods elsewhere may face challenges to internal collaboration and benefit from knowledge of the findings from Connecticut.
The Role Of Extension In A University's Response To A Natural Disaster, Susan Kerr, Christina Sanders, Curtis Moulton, Michael Gaffney
The Role Of Extension In A University's Response To A Natural Disaster, Susan Kerr, Christina Sanders, Curtis Moulton, Michael Gaffney
The Journal of Extension
In 2014, a mudslide devastated a small community in rural northwestern Washington State, taking 43 lives. The disaster created ripple effects that affected families, economies, transportation, and employment in neighboring communities. This article provides details of the state land-grant university's efforts to help affected communities recover. Aspects of this response readily replicable by other land-grant universities include outreach leadership provided by local/county-based Extension faculty; creation of a response team with depth and breadth of expertise and skills; engagement of campus-based colleges, colleagues, and students; and delivery of youth development programs in affected communities. Meaningful outcomes have been achieved, and the …
Using Proprietary Databases To Overcome Data Suppression In Industry Cluster Analysis, Gilbert Michaud, G. Jason Jolley
Using Proprietary Databases To Overcome Data Suppression In Industry Cluster Analysis, Gilbert Michaud, G. Jason Jolley
The Journal of Extension
Extension agents are frequently tasked with determining industry clusters that exist in a region to support economic development. However, data suppression issues recurrently prohibit a comprehensive understanding of heavily concentrated firms in a region, particularly in rural areas. This article discusses the use of North American Industry Classification System codes within the LexisNexis Academic database as a technique for locating data about specific firms and analyzing regional industry clusters. This approach provides a practical and cost-efficient method for Extension agents and other researchers and practitioners to identify clusters and gather firm information in small geographies throughout the United States.
The Dollar Game Curriculum: Inspiring Wealth Creation In Rural Communities, Willem J. Braak, Paul A. Lewin
The Dollar Game Curriculum: Inspiring Wealth Creation In Rural Communities, Willem J. Braak, Paul A. Lewin
The Journal of Extension
Rural wealth creation and local entrepreneurship are emerging economic development approaches that bring back a sense of self-determination to rural communities. However, their potential is often greatly diminished by preconceived and opposing notions within the community on what drives economic growth. The Dollar Game is an innovative curriculum where participants collectively build an understanding of how innovation, income distribution and export affect their communities. Teams play different scenarios, starting with an island economy isolated from grants, subsidies, and trading opportunities and builds to a connected economy where they eventually lose ownership of the local value-chain.
Promoting Economic Development With Tourism In Rural Communities: Destination Image And Motivation To Return Or Recommend, Heather Akin, Bret R. Shaw, James T. Spartz
Promoting Economic Development With Tourism In Rural Communities: Destination Image And Motivation To Return Or Recommend, Heather Akin, Bret R. Shaw, James T. Spartz
The Journal of Extension
Improving tourism is one means Extension professionals and other community stakeholders can use to build rural economic resiliency. The research reported in this article evaluates what motivates tourists to visit and how they perceive of Wisconsin's Kickapoo Valley as a destination. Data are drawn from surveys collected from out-of-town visitors. Results show the motivation to find excitement and adventure, the perception that the area is clean and hospitable, and whether visitors have been to the area more than once significantly affect their likelihood of returning to or recommending the area. Recommendations for how Extension professionals might use these findings are …
Capturing The Ripples From Community-Driven Business Retention And Expansion Programs, Michael Darger
Capturing The Ripples From Community-Driven Business Retention And Expansion Programs, Michael Darger
The Journal of Extension
Community-driven Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) is a time-tested University of Minnesota Extension program that is benefitting from a new evaluation technique—Ripple Effect Mapping (REM). This BR&E model helps communities create priority economic development projects. REM efficiently captures a community's project outcomes and impacts via community-based focus group discussions. REM results from four Minnesota communities showed the greatest number of effects in human and social capital, out of seven community capitals. For communities, completed ripple effect maps illustrate cumulative accomplishments while motivating participants to keep pursuing their project goals. For Extension, REM enables analysis for program reporting and improvement.
Iowa Consumer Motivations And Preferences For Agritourism Activities, Melissa S. Norby, Michael S. Retallick
Iowa Consumer Motivations And Preferences For Agritourism Activities, Melissa S. Norby, Michael S. Retallick
The Journal of Extension
The study reported here sought to ascertain the agritourism attraction preferences of Iowa consumers based on population category. Respondents were asked questions regarding their motivation and preferences related to participation in agritourism activities. The results revealed that individuals enjoy participating in agritourism activities to spend time with family and friends while supporting local farmers. They placed considerable importance on the availability of fresh produce, on-site restrooms, and a convenient location. The information regarding consumer motivation and preferences may be used by Extension educators, state organizations, and the agritourism owner/operator to create a consumer profile and target market prospective audiences.
The Value In Evaluating And Communicating Program Impact: The Ohio Br&E Program, Gregory A. Davis
The Value In Evaluating And Communicating Program Impact: The Ohio Br&E Program, Gregory A. Davis
The Journal of Extension
Assessing program impact can provide useful program evaluation data. It also provides a basis for program development, marketing, and justification. This article discusses recent impact evaluation efforts and findings of a long-time Extension program; referred to as Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E). How such information can be communicated to existing program underwriters and prospective program partners is also described.
Financial Inclusion & Economic Development: A Case Study Of Turkey And A Cross-Country Analysis Of European Union, Recep Yorulmaz
Financial Inclusion & Economic Development: A Case Study Of Turkey And A Cross-Country Analysis Of European Union, Recep Yorulmaz
All Theses
ABSTRACT
Financial development enhances human development, and access to financial services makes a positive impact on people's lives particularly poor people. In addition, financial development reduces income inequality and boosts incomes. Over the last few decades, policymakers have considered financial sector reforms that promote financial inclusion. This paper attempts to show how financial inclusion is correlated with standard measures of economic development and economic well-being. To this end, we first measure the extent of financial inclusion by comparing economies and regions over time. Then, using this index of financial inclusion, we identify the factors associated with financial inclusion using a …
Iowa Consumer Trends And Participation In Agritourism Activities, Melissa S. Norby, Michael S. Retallick
Iowa Consumer Trends And Participation In Agritourism Activities, Melissa S. Norby, Michael S. Retallick
The Journal of Extension
As the agritourism industry grows and develops in Iowa, it is important to identify the knowledge and participation levels of prospective agritourism consumers. This article focuses on current consumer trends and participation levels in Iowa agritourism activities. The results revealed a majority of Iowans believe they have at least some understanding of agriculture and food production and have participated in agritourism activities, but were relatively unfamiliar with agricultural-related tourism terms. The results can be used by Extension educators, state agricultural and economic development organizations, and the agritourism owner/operator to create a consumer profile and understand their prospective audiences.
Forgotten Highways: The Next Economic Development Opportunity?, John L. Gann Jr
Forgotten Highways: The Next Economic Development Opportunity?, John L. Gann Jr
The Journal of Extension
Good but little-used non-Interstate ("UNterstate") highways can bring economic development to bypassed rural areas that attract neither industry nor tourists if travelers can be induced to use them for longer trips. Today these routes offer little-appreciated advantages compared with both flying and Interstate Highway travel that can be marketed to travelers. Enterprising Extension agents are well positioned to have major roles in launching and managing UNterstate Highway marketing programs.
Enhancing Cluster Effects To Reduce Regional Labor-Supply Gaps: An Example In South Carolina, Lori A. Dickes, Kenneth L. Robinson
Enhancing Cluster Effects To Reduce Regional Labor-Supply Gaps: An Example In South Carolina, Lori A. Dickes, Kenneth L. Robinson
The Journal of Extension
A series of regional focus groups and interviews reveal the practical economic development challenges that small and rural communities experience in an environment of globalization and industrial restructuring. The analysis reported here found that many economically distressed communities face immediate human capital and labor market concerns that may prevent the implementation of competitive economic development approaches. Unless these regions address these human capital constraints, they are at continued risk of falling further behind. They must begin with the development of programs and policies that build regional partnerships among local school districts, career centers, local businesses, and community colleges, and universities.
Bioenergy From Woody Biomass, Potential For Economic Development, And The Need For Extension, Donald L. Grebner, Gustavo Perez-Verdin, James E. Henderson, Andrew J. Londo
Bioenergy From Woody Biomass, Potential For Economic Development, And The Need For Extension, Donald L. Grebner, Gustavo Perez-Verdin, James E. Henderson, Andrew J. Londo
The Journal of Extension
This article reviews the economic impacts of woody biomass utilization for bioenergy development and the role of Extension. Woody biomass is an alternative to reduce foreign oil dependency and mitigate greenhouse emissions. It is renewable, abundant, and can be virtually produced everywhere. Studies suggest that recovery of woody biomass, construction, and operation of biofuels or biopower facilities are a reliable source of employment generation and bring additional income to local communities. Extension should focus on the analysis of areas with the greater potential (e.g., feedstock, infrastructure, and labor availability) to promote sustainable woody biomass utilization.
Essays In Public Choice: The Settings That Foster Increased Educational Quality, Interest Group Activity And Economic Development, Leslee Conaway
Essays In Public Choice: The Settings That Foster Increased Educational Quality, Interest Group Activity And Economic Development, Leslee Conaway
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The following essays in public choice are concerned with two main subjects: changes in public educational quality due to competition from surrounding private schools and the settings that foster increased interest group activity and what impact that activity has on the relative economic development of US states. While these subjects may seem varied, they are both important in understanding differences in economic development.
Education has long been associated with economic expansion, so it is important to understand the impacts that private markets for education have on its public provision. In Chapter II, I look at whether there are competitive …
The Power Of Initiation: Gubernatorial Proposals In Economic Development Policy, Charles Taylor
The Power Of Initiation: Gubernatorial Proposals In Economic Development Policy, Charles Taylor
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A governor's role as chief legislator is based on his ability to recommend legislation and then use his powers to have his proposals enacted and implemented as public policies. Many gubernatorial scholars contend that this legislative role allows governors to exert greater influence than other political actors on state public policies (Bernick and Wiggins 1991; Herzik 1991; Sanford 1967). Other scholars argue that the ability of governors to exercise policy leadership may be overstated, because factors outside of a governor's direct control may constrain his policy choices (DiLeo 1997; Gross 1991). In this study, I assess the influence of these …
Statement By Senator Strom Thurmond For His Weekly Radio Broadcast, Recorded 1958 May 15, Strom Thurmond
Statement By Senator Strom Thurmond For His Weekly Radio Broadcast, Recorded 1958 May 15, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
Address To The Southern Regional Education Board Work Conference On Nuclear Energy, Strom Thurmond
Address To The Southern Regional Education Board Work Conference On Nuclear Energy, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
Dedication Of New Trans-Lux Newscast Sign By Radio Station Wusn, Strom Thurmond
Dedication Of New Trans-Lux Newscast Sign By Radio Station Wusn, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
Press Release About Speech To Southern Association Of Science And Industry, Strom Thurmond
Press Release About Speech To Southern Association Of Science And Industry, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
From George McNabb, press secretary.
Address To Southern Association Of Science And Industry And Charleston Lion's Club, Strom Thurmond
Address To Southern Association Of Science And Industry And Charleston Lion's Club, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
Address At Annual Convention Of Ruritan National Clubs, Strom Thurmond
Address At Annual Convention Of Ruritan National Clubs, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
Economic Growth In South Carolina And The South As A Whole, Strom Thurmond
Economic Growth In South Carolina And The South As A Whole, Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
Dedication Of Walter Andrews Memorial Bridge. 1948 March 30. Place: Georgetown County, South Carolina., Strom Thurmond
Dedication Of Walter Andrews Memorial Bridge. 1948 March 30. Place: Georgetown County, South Carolina., Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
No abstract provided.
State's Progress During The Year. (The Associated Press), Strom Thurmond
State's Progress During The Year. (The Associated Press), Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
Press release for the Associated Press on Governor Thurmond's policy reforms and achievements for the year of 1947, with an outline of still-pending legislation.
"Industrial And Agricultural Outlook For South Carolina.", Strom Thurmond
"Industrial And Agricultural Outlook For South Carolina.", Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond Collection, Mss 100
Statement on state economic policy and the growth of agriculture and manufacturing in South Carolina during the years 1940-1947.