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New York City’s least-dense community districts are permitting new housing at lower rates compared to the rest of the city, raising questions for policymakers over how to achieve fair and equitable housing growth across a broad range of neighborhood types, according to a recent report from the NYU Furman Center. Data analyzed by the Furman Center shows that the city’s lowest-density community districts take up 44.7 percent of the total land across the five boroughs but contain just 28.4 percent of the city’s population. What’s more, the research finds that the lowest-density community districts added housing at only half the rate of the city overall between 2010 and 2020. Read the full report here https://buff.ly/3Ysie08

The phenomenon of governments implementing populist policies, often driven by political expediency rather than the genuine needs of communities, is a significant challenge in modern governance. Populist policies are typically designed to appeal to the emotions and immediate concerns of the public to garner support and secure votes. However, they might not necessarily address the core issues or long-term needs of the communities they claim to represent. Politicians often prioritize policies that resonate with public sentiment in order to secure or maintain their positions in power. These policies might offer quick fixes or immediate benefits that appeal to voters during election cycles. Populist policies tend to focus on short-term gains that might provide immediate relief or gratification but often lack sustainable solutions for enduring issues within communities. The effects of this syndrome is resource misallocation. Funds and resources might be allocated to initiatives that serve political goals rather than being directed towards critical community needs like infrastructure, education, healthcare, or employment opportunities. Another visible effect is policy instability. Populist policies can lead to erratic policy changes as they are often driven by political cycles rather than long-term planning. This inconsistency can hinder progress and disrupt community development efforts.

New York City’s least-dense community districts are permitting new housing at lower rates compared to the rest of the city, raising questions for policymakers over how to achieve fair and equitable housing growth across a broad range of neighborhood types. Data analyzed by the NYU Furman Center shows that the city’s lowest-density community districts (LDCDs) take up 44.7 percent of the total land across the five boroughs but contain just 28.4 percent of the city’s population. What’s more, the research finds that the lowest-density community districts added housing at only half the rate of the city overall between 2010 and 2020. https://buff.ly/47wBn4J You can read much more about New York City's LDCDs in the NYU Furman Center's State of the City 2022 ➡️ https://buff.ly/3Ysie08

Whether it’s community economic development or the development of individual enterprises and industries, success is a function of six broad categories. Regional Strategic, Ltd. occupies two slices of the pie: Foundation and Position. Some people think of them as the “Due diligence” functions of successful development. ·        Can your target generate enough spend? ·        Can your location generate enough traffic? ·        Are the workforce, infrastructure, and environment suitable? ·        Will cash-flow and profit justify financing? ·        Will success drive sufficient community expenditures to justify support? Regional Strategic, Ltd. can help with all of these or fill in the gaps where you need support. #economicdevelopment #communitydevelopment #ruraldevelopment #businessplanning #economicimpactanalysis #marketresearch

Do you work to support low- and moderate-income communities? What about someone or an organization you know? We are seeking their feedback! The national Community Perspectives Survey is aimed at reporting the economic conditions of low- and moderate-income communities and the health of the organizations serving them. The survey is open April 2 – April 30, 2024. Submit a response today! Community organizations: Take the Community Perspectives Survey to help inform the Fed about economic conditions and disruptions in the low- and moderate-income communities you serve. You’ll also help the Fed uncover the needs and capacity of organizations like yours. https://ow.ly/VptK50R6OZ0

Financial constraints, the rising cost of living, population growth, and increasing community demand for services are just a few of the challenges faced by councils. But what if I told you that there's a way to actively involve the community in exploring solutions to these issues? Community engagement processes that support the development of community visions and council plans provide a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with the community. My latest blog post discusses the value of trusting the community to grapple with the tough questions about the future sustainability of councils. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gYfF-w_D Let's move beyond the loudest voices and embrace the power of collaboration and deliberative engagement. #corporateplanning #deliberativeengagement #thepowerofcollaboration #trustthecommunity #strategicplanning #communityengagement #movingbeyondtheloudestvoices

In a world increasingly marked by volatility and insecurity, it is crucial to empower communities not only to survive and thrive, but also to be part of the solutions to the challenges they face. Our new strategic plan lays out a clear pathway to achieve this, focusing on three key strategic focus areas: ✊🏽Build Resilient Communities,  🔍Watch What Matters, and  💊Make Medicines Affordable. These areas are not isolated. They are deeply interconnected, synergistically feeding our mission to achieve health and social justice through robust community engagement. #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity #TreatPeopleRight

It’s Local Government Week, and the Conversation Co team recommends a valuable resource that provides essential insights into both the present state and future trajectory of the local government sector. 🏛️ A recent nationwide survey by ACU researchers reveals a distinct generational and gender gap in Australians' perceptions of the role of local government. Interestingly, most respondents believe that councils should extend their focus beyond the traditional 'Three Rs' – Roads, Rates, and Rubbish – to prioritise future planning, health, and community development. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dv_kKyaW #ConversationCo #ConversationCaravan #LocalGovernment #BusinessResources

There are no greater community experts than its members. When it comes to community health assessments, community engagement is not just a step to be completed; it is a critical element to the entire assessment process. In "Engaging Communities as Experts throughout the Assessment Process" (2021), readers will learn strategies to center community throughout the assessment process, including: 1️⃣ Assessment design and planning 2️⃣ Data collection 3️⃣ Data analysis, interpretation, and results https://lnkd.in/eayK7u3U