This report presents the results of a focused analysis of selected target industries for the City of Salem. The purpose of this project is to support the city’s objective of fostering high wage job growth in Salem, provide market data on the target industries and recommend steps to better attract the target industries. The Community […]
Sustainable Development Goal: 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
An Analysis of the City of Medford’s Parks & Recreation Department
This report comprises of three individual reports: market expansion, a current market analysis, and a pricing and cost recovery model. Executive summaries for each of these sections are included below. Market Expansion Medford Parks & Recreation (MPRD) provides athletic and enrichment programs to members of the Medford community. MPRD is nationally recognized for excellence in […]
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Farmers’ Cooperative Viability Assessment
This project was completed by this class as a part of the 2018-2019 UniverCity Year partnership with Green County. Green County is the UniverCity Year partner for the 2017-2020 academic years. Local government and community leaders have identified projects for faculty and students to work on. Green County is located in South Central Wisconsin and […]
Every Voice Matters (Resident Engagement and Volunteerism Plan)
This project was completed as part of the 2017-2018 Resilient Communities Project (rcp.umn.edu) partnership with the City of Ramsey. The City of Ramsey sought to improve its communication and engagement efforts with stakeholders (residents, business owners, and commuters). Students in Dr. Dan Milz’s Planning and Public Policy capstone analyzed the City’s existing engagement plan, developed […]
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Creating Community Identity (Branding and Marketing Plan)
This project was completed as part of the 2017-2018 Resilient Communities Project (rcp.umn.edu) partnership with the City of Ramsey. Despite Ramsey’s rich history, it is often confused with Ramsey County (located on the opposite side of the Twin Cities metro area) or the neighboring community of Anoka. Ramsey has a central brand, but it is […]
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Promoting new Seaside business applications for startup funding
This project involved promotion of the opportunity to apply to the City for the startup monies. The information on the opportunity was spread by this class via fliers and word of mouth at various events prior to the deadline. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable City Years Program Contact […]
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Beautification of Broadway Street, Seaside
This project has a total of 4 goals to be addressed through a survey of the business community along Broadway Avenue. 1. To better the quality of life for business owners, their employees and the community 2. Help build and support the financial stability of the business owners 3. Bring more visitors and locals onto […]
Redmond Municipal Airport Market Assets Report
This project developed a strategic branding and marketing program for the airport to maximize marketing and advertising. Roberts Field functions as the Municipal Airport for Redmond, OR, servicing the residents of Central Oregon. Roberts Field benefits from high tourism year-round in Central Oregon. Central Oregon includes Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties. Deschutes County was the […]
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Cannabis Club
This project describes the implementation of a Cannabis Club that will allow visitors a safe space to Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable City Years Program Contact Info University Faculty Contact Dante Digregorio Business Associate Professor ddigregorio@csumb.edu Local Government / Community Contact Gloria Stearns Economic Development Economic Development Program […]
Redmond Professional Business Medical District Initiative
The Redmond Professional Business Medical District Initiative is an ongoing project in the City of Redmond, Oregon. The initiative aims to create a distinct area of town designated for new business development that will boost the city’s overall economy and improve quality of life for residents. With an emphasis on curb appeal, accessibility, and connection […]
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