Community Investment
7 articles
Chicago's Opportunity Zones: Community Investment or Displacement Risk?
Chicago's Opportunity Zones, designed to attract investment to distressed areas, face criticism for lacking resident benefit requirements and potentially accelerating gentrification and displacement. The article explores the program's goals versus resident risks, accountability gaps, and strategies for community engagement.
Belmont Park's 2026 Upgrade: Benchmarking Against Top Playgrounds
Townsville City Council is investing up to $300,000 into Belmont Park's playground, promising a major upgrade for local families.
Lehigh Valley schools impress on state rankings, but context matters
Four public high schools in the Lehigh Valley have earned coveted spots among Pennsylvania's top 100, according to the latest U.
Public Art Isn't a Luxury; It's a Smart Investment for Our Community's Future
Public art is not a luxury but a critical strategy for community engagement, cultural identity, and economic growth. Learn how strategic investment in art builds a more resilient and vibrant city.
To Thrive, Our City Must Invest in Public Arts Programs Now
Our local government must increase its investment in public arts programs. They are the lifeblood of our community’s identity, the engine of our economic vibrancy, and the foundation for our future.
To Neglect Our Libraries Is to Neglect Our Future: A Case for Investment
Public libraries are not relics but essential infrastructure for education, community development, and digital equity. Increased investment in these institutions is a fundamental necessity for a thriving community.
Two Cities, One Lesson: Why Local Arts Funding Is an Investment, Not a Luxury
Local arts funding is an essential investment, not a luxury, as demonstrated by contrasting approaches in Tempe and San Diego. While Tempe proactively invests in its creative ecosystem, San Diego fights to preserve funding for its significant arts sector, highlighting the economic and social benefits of sustained arts support.