Which counties had the highest and lowest poverty rates for school-age children in 2009?
Citizen Participation & Research – General Sites
Food for Thought: Closing the Gap in Supermarket Access
Many low- and moderate-income residents lack access to local supermarkets
Coalition Advocates Immigration Reform
Immigration reform is key to economic recovery, group says
The Citizen Participation Gap: Can the Internet Help?
Will the Internet change the role of socio-economic factors in determining civic involvement?
Sunbelt Real Estate Markets May Reap Benefits of U.S. Population Growth
Continued U.S. population growth may boost several real estate markets, while others may not fare as well
“Feeling Heard” a Key Factor in Citizen Participation
A key factor in encouraging citizens to get – and stay – involved in their local government is to listen to their ideas and concerns.
Katrina – Two Years Later: Recovery in New Orleans Continues
New Orleans has bounced back, but the area may have reached an economic plateau, also marked by shifts in local demographics. See sidebar article for info on New Orleans’ changing socio-economic makeup.
Crains Spotlights Chicagos Demographics, Economy, and Lifestyle
Not your average newspaper supplement … Crain’s Market Facts provides statistics, videos, interactive maps and more for the Chicago area.
Census Data Allows for Comparison of State Government Employment Figures
Which state has the highest per capita employment when it comes to state corrections officers? State employment and payroll data, recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau provides for easy comparison among states, sectors and years.
Local Governments Promote Diversity and Inclusion
The National League of Cities “Partnership for Working Toward Inclusive Communities†seeks to promote and celebrate diversity, as well as encourage citizen participation in local government.