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• Recent CEDS Training Presentation Materials Now Available

  Posted on: April 25th, 2017 by Brett Schwartz

  On April 12, the NADO Research Foundation delivered a CEDS training to executive directors and planning staff of Kentucky’s 15 Area Development Districts (http://www NULL.kcadd NULL.org/).  Topics covered in the training included: What is the CEDS? Changes to CEDS –...

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• Webinar Materials Available: Access vs. Isolation: Preserving Rail Connectivity

  Posted on: April 24th, 2017 by Carrie Kissel

  On April 21, 1 – 2:00 p.m. ET, the NADO Research Foundation held the free webinar Access vs. Isolation: Preserving Rail Connectivity. As regional economies change over time, the demand for transportation facilities and services also evolves. Nationally, coal’s share...

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• 2017 Excellence in Regional Transportation Awards Announced

  Posted on: April 19th, 2017 by Carrie Kissel

  Congratulations to the winners of the 2017 Excellence in Regional Transportation Awards!  These organizations will be recognized at a special roundtable reception during the 2017 National Regional Transportation Conference (http://www NULL.nado NULL.org/events/rpo2017/), occurring June 28 – 30 in Denver, Colorado. ...

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• Learn More about Recent NADO RF Publications

  Posted on: April 11th, 2017 by Carrie Kissel

  The NADO Research Foundation has released a flyer showcasing recent publications on economic development, regional and rural transportation, resilience, and other regional economic development and planning topics.

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• Apply for a 2017 NADO Innovation Award (April 3 – June 3)

  Posted on: April 2nd, 2017 by Brett Schwartz

  The 2017 NADO Innovation Awards submission window will run from April 3 – June 3.  The NADO Innovation Awards program, started in 1986, recognizes member organizations that demonstrate innovative approaches to regional economic and community development.  Previous award-winning projects have...

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• Two Upcoming NADO RF Webinars: Stats America (4/4), Preserving Rail (4/21)

  Posted on: March 29th, 2017 by Carrie Kissel

  Two upcoming NADO Research Foundation webinars will provide information for regional planning and economic development professionals. April 4, 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Better Planning through Better Data: A Closer Look at the Stats America Innovation Index 2.0 April 21, 1:00...

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• Registration Open for Regional Forum for Western Coal-Reliant Communities (April 19-21)

  Posted on: March 23rd, 2017 by Brett Schwartz

  (http://www NULL.naco NULL.org/events/strengthening-economies-west-regional-forum-coal-reliant-communities)Is your county or region experiencing economic challenges due to the contraction of the coal industry?  Are you seeking effective approaches to support economic diversification, workforce development and improved quality of life in your community? Join the NADO...

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• RTPO Peer Exchange Summary

  Posted on: March 2nd, 2017 by Carrie Kissel

  The peer exchange summary covers discussion of a small group of regional transportation planners and state Department of Transportation planning staff, as well as engagement with a larger and diverse group of professionals attending the summit Moving Rural America.

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• Newsletter Archive: “Building Stronger Economies in Appalachian Coal Country”

  Posted on: February 22nd, 2017 by Brett Schwartz

  This newsletter contains information about economic diversification, funding opportunities, and upcoming events to improve economic development, infrastructure, and quality of life in the region.

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• Stronger CEDS, Stronger Regions: Resource Archive

  Posted on: January 24th, 2017 by Brett Schwartz

  (https://www NULL.cedscentral NULL.com) CEDS Central (http://www NULL.cedscentral NULL.com) now serves as the Resource and Training Archive for materials developed by the NADO Research Foundation (NADO RF) as part of its Stronger CEDS, Stronger Region program, funded by the U.S. Economic...

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