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richard and Judy vinroot show "extraordinary generosity and thoughtfulness"
Richard and Judy Vinroot have pledged a gift in honor of Richard's friend and mentor, Robert W. Bradshaw. It is the largest-ever commitment by an individual to the School of Government and will support a faculty member and a new Public Administration Fellowship in the MPA program.
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Development Review in Local Government: Benchmarking Best Practices
Approving or denying building permits and other land-use applications is an important role of local governments but one that often draws criticism from developers and citizens alike. Development Review in Local Government Benchmarking, a new book by faculty member David Ammons (pictured left) and MPA graduates Ryan Ewalt and Ryan Davidson, identifies an array of proven practices for bringing greater fairness, thoroughness, and speed to the development review process.
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visioning process can unite and energize a community
The School of Government's Public Intersection Project brought together citizens, community organizations, and government stakeholders in Wilson, North Carolina, to define itself through a bold vision statement, create community-wide goals, and form lasting partnerships. Three years after the initiation of Wilson 20|20, the results are positive and concrete.