The Institute for Local Government’s Healthy Neighborhoods Project provides support and resources local officials can use to protect and improve community health by integrating health considerations into their planning, land use and other decisions. This website contains ideas for action, case stories, and resources to support your efforts related to:
These resources are geared to strengthen the efforts of local officials, staff, planning and development professionals, and community residents in creating healthier communities.
Check out the News and Events Blog to read about the most recent additions to the Healthy Neighborhoods website.
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One of the “indispensable competencies” for local government leaders is the ability to communicate through stories, according to Frank Benest, former city manager of Palo Alto and consultant to local governments. Benest uses storytelling as a tool to help local officials with strategic decision-making, because stories provide a compelling way to convey who you are and where you are going.Read more ยป
The Institute partners with a number of organizations that support local officials and community members on health and the built environment efforts. Learn about the resources our partners provide.
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