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2005: Link to NADO News Archives

State Associations of Regional Development Organizations: Insights Into Organizational Structures, Governance Models and Strategic Initiatives
In January 2005, NADO completed a comprehensive review of statewide associations and networks of regional development organizations and councils of governments across the country. This special report provides insights and overviews of the activities, efforts and impacts of state associations. Click Here to Download.

Regional Development Organization Profile
and Evaluation of the National Association of Development Organizations Programs and Services
This report contains median information regarding members' feedback and evaluation of NADO's services and programs. The report also summarizes member feedback regarding their budget, staffing, board and progams. Click Here to Download.

Salary Survey of Regional Development Organizations
The 2002 NADO Membership Salary Survey has been released by the NADO Research Foundation. The report contains median salary and benefits information for key regional development professionals. Survey results are based on a sample of 50 percent of the nation's regional development organizations.Click Here to Download.

All Politics Is Local:
A NADO Guide to Grassroots Action
The new guide features sections on communicating with members of Congress, using the media to influence policy and understanding the different roles of congressional staff. It highlights key points in the legislative process, contains sample advocacy materials and offers links to useful Internet resources. As part of the revised guide, a quick and simple self assessment tool is also included to help advocates evaluate their congressional relationships and knowledge of the federal legislative process. Click Here to Download.