Challenge As one of the earliest communities settled by the Old Three Hundred under the direction of Stephen F. Austin, Richmond holds a pivotal place in Texas history. Located in Fort Bend County, one of the state’s fastest growing and most diverse counties, Richmond is also well positioned for the […]
Challenge Michigan’s Central Upper Peninsula (Central UP) has long been defined by its natural resources, pristine landscapes, and deep-rooted outdoor heritage. Job losses and economic shifts resulting from the closure of the Presque Isle Power Plant in Marquette highlighted the importance of industry diversification. As one of the region’s major
Challenge Located in west-central Colorado, the City of Gunnison serves as a gateway to the Gunnison Valley and nearby towns like Crested Butte. Known for its remote setting, cold climate, and strong sense of community, Gunnison combines natural beauty, recreation, and economic stability. It stands out among Colorado mountain towns
Challenge Copperas Cove’s development has been closely tied to the establishment and growth of Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) since the post’s inception in 1942. While the post remains a major asset, the city’s location in a large and growing transportation corridor, with easy access to the state’s largest metro
Challenge The City of Irving, Texas, operates in a highly competitive environment. Despite its many advantages—ranging from its transportation network to available workforce to prime sites—the city is in a constant battle for projects within the fast-growing Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Irving occupies an enviable position in the region but
Challenge Incorporated in 1914 in what is now the heart of the Dallas metroplex, Irving, Texas, has experienced remarkable growth over the last five decades. From Las Colinas, which pioneered the master-planned community model, to the bustling Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Irving’s forward-thinking development and successful attraction of global
Challenge Created in the 1980s to manage the transformation of a former stadium into the Mall of America, the Port Authority of the City of Bloomington Minnesota (the Port Authority) has seen its role in the city’s economic development efforts expand greatly over time. First, the organization’s purpose was redefined
Challenge Located in the Phoenix area, Maricopa was one of the most rapidly growing communities in the country, increasing from 1,500 residents in 2000 to more than 43,000 by 2010. This dramatic growth reflected an unusually hot—and ultimately unsustainable—housing market. As a result, growth tapered off after the housing bubble
Challenge Located on the eastern side of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Rockwall, Texas, is an economic development leader. Its strong commercial and industrial tax base supports a high quality of life for residents, while maintaining a low property tax rate relative to the region. The establishment and growth of the
Challenge The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is a federal-state partnership serving a 252-county/parish area encompassing portions of Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee. Led by a Federal Co-Chairman and the governors of each participating state, the DRA is charged with improving the standard of living for the
