Sunday, October 17, 2004
Central cities and suburbs are exploring important issues of regional cooperation in both Milwaukee and Des Moines.
In Milwaukee this week, the mayor is underscored the importance of cooperation to gain more federal money. Read more. At the same time, business leaders are moving to develop a regional economic development plan. Read more.
In Des Moines, the issues of cooperation between city and suburbs are more tightly drawn. This November, voters will determine whether to merge the governments of Des Moines and Polk County. Read a good series of articles.
posted by Ed Morrison |
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Some Background on EDPro Weblog
The purpose of this weblog is to help economic development professionals -- EDPros -- keep up with the changes sweeping our profession. Strap on your goggles. It's a whole new game. There are no experts any more. The only place to learn about economic development is from other EDPros who are doing it.
One other point: the prevaling approach (paradigm, if you like) in economic development is shifting from competition to collaboration. There are a lot of reaasons underlying this shift, but here's the important insight: You, your community, and your region will do better by collaborating and sharing information.
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Speaking and workshops on Open Source Economic Development
As the idea of Open Source Economic Development starts spreading, more people are asking about it. Visit the I-Open web site to learn more. My colleagues and I are happy to explain the basic concepts in a talk or a workshop. E-mail Susan Alshuler if you'd like to learn more about workshops and speaking.
Background on Ed Morrison
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Regional thinking in Milwaukee and Des Moines
