Economic Development 101: A guide for locally elected officials

Abstract

Developing a fitting and sustainable economy is a challenge all communities face, but some are more equipped to manage. This guide provides an overview of Economic Development methods and strategies with the intention of beginning the conversation about how and why we do economic development. Goals and strategies change over time, and while we study and learn more about what our efforts do, and do not do, there will always be new challenges.University of Illinois ExtensionOpe