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Small Cities Blues: Looking For Growth Factors In Small And Medium-Sized Cities, George A. Erickcek, Hannah J. Mckinney
Small Cities Blues: Looking For Growth Factors In Small And Medium-Sized Cities, George A. Erickcek, Hannah J. Mckinney
George A. Erickcek
The purpose of this exploratory study is to attempt to identify particular public policies which have the potential to increase the economic viability of smaller metropolitan areas and cities. We identify characteristics associated with smaller metro areas that performed better-than-expected (winners) and worse-than-expected (losers) during the 1990s, given their resources, industrial mix, and location as of 1990. Once these characteristics have been identified, we look for evidence that public policy choices may have promoted and enhanced a metro area's ability to succeed and to regain control of its own economic destiny. Methodologically, we construct a regression model which identifies the …
Thinking About The Future Of Small Metropolitan Areas, George A. Erickcek, Hannah J. Mckinney
Thinking About The Future Of Small Metropolitan Areas, George A. Erickcek, Hannah J. Mckinney
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
Southcentral Michigan Five-Year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy: Final Report, George Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney
Southcentral Michigan Five-Year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy: Final Report, George Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
How Can A Community Respond To The Economic Downturn?, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts
How Can A Community Respond To The Economic Downturn?, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
The Economic Impact Of Saint Mary's Hauenstein Center On The Greater Grand Rapids Area, George A. Erickcek
The Economic Impact Of Saint Mary's Hauenstein Center On The Greater Grand Rapids Area, George A. Erickcek
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
Talent 2025: Assessment Of The West Michigan Talent Development System, George Erickcek, Brian Pittelko, Bridget Timmeney, Brad Watts
Talent 2025: Assessment Of The West Michigan Talent Development System, George Erickcek, Brian Pittelko, Bridget Timmeney, Brad Watts
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
Economic Development Recommendations That Focus On The "Working Poor": Lessons From Waco, George Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney, Jim Robey
Economic Development Recommendations That Focus On The "Working Poor": Lessons From Waco, George Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney, Jim Robey
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
Identification Of The Key Economic And Social Issues Facing The Greater Battle Creek Area, George A. Erickcek
Identification Of The Key Economic And Social Issues Facing The Greater Battle Creek Area, George A. Erickcek
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.
An Economic Opportunity Concept For The Northside Of The City Of Kalamazoo, Timothy J. Bartik, George A. Erickcek
An Economic Opportunity Concept For The Northside Of The City Of Kalamazoo, Timothy J. Bartik, George A. Erickcek
George A. Erickcek
No abstract provided.