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Change and Continuity in Small Town America:

Created by: Alec Young, Shan Shan Deng, Isaac Swanson, and Gavin WobbeInstructor: William J. Kelley Rural and Small Town Planning – 471/572 Winter Quarter 2016

AREAS OF CONTINUITY:

• Strong connection to local history and culture.

• Relaxed pace of life and down-to-earth culture.

• Family oriented activities.

• Neighborhoods with identity and character.

• Sense of hometown pride.

AREAS OF CHANGE:

Demographics:

• Aging population.

• Out migration of youth.

• Immigration of minorities and retirees.

Economy:

• Isolated resource based towns are in decline.

• Some small towns transition to amenity based economies.

• Shifts in trade area patterns to regional centers.

Economy:

• Vibrant Downtown.

• Expanded Jobs, Tax Base, and Local Businesses.

Environment:

• Small Town Character - Attractive Appearance.

Society:

• Greater access to medical services.

• Sufficient school facilities and services.

• Affordable housing, livable neighborhoods.

• Civic spirit of cooperation and partnerships.

PLANNING PRIORITIES:

• Long range planning with a strong vision.

• Regional cooperation on economic

development, governmental services.

• Strengthen social capital with increased civic

engagement.

• Active grant programs.

• Maintain and upgrade infrastructure.

• Preserve Community Character.

• Connect local stakeholders and join regional

partners.

• Aging Infrastructure.

• Changes in demographics.

• Reduced living wage jobs.

• Loss of historic structures.

• Declining jobs and tax base.

• Population growth or decline.

• Need for high speed internet.

DESIRED FUTURE:

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I m p l i c a t i o n s f o r P l a n n i n g

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References: Place Matters, Carsey Institute, 2008; Small Town Planning, Daniels, et al, APA, 2007

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