Small Is Big: Making the Next Great Small to Mid-Size Downtowns

Small is Big looks to the future and sees enormous potential in small to mid-size downtowns. To help realize that potential it provides the tools to both develop and implement an action plan for change. Inside this visionary yet practical guide discover: A TESTED PROCESS to envision and develop broadly supported options for your communityA UNIQUE TOOL to assess the health of your downtown on four fronts: social economic environmental and organizationalCASE STUDIES from towns and small cities across North America that have successfully realized vitalization plansQUESTIONS to spark discussion VISUALS to inspire transformation and LIST OF IDEAS to jump-start your customized action planA refreshing alternative tocosmetic fixes Small is Big addresses underlying challenges leadership issues as well as funding sources. This book will give you the framework to create a complete and resilient downtown that invites the new economy. Come explore the potential of your downtown.