Offers a comprehensive look at local economic development and public policy with special emphasis on quality of life and sustainability. This book draws extensively on case studies at state and local levels, and includes both mainstream and alternative perspectives in dealing with economic growth and development issues.

Provides a comprehensive look at local economic development and public policy. It places special emphasis on quality of life and sustainability. Drawing extensively on case studies at state and local levels, it includes both mainstream and alternative perspectives in dealing with economic growth and development issues.