News

Economic Development: Do People or Places Come First?

March 8, 2016 /

MATR Sponsor (view all)


Bear Paw Development Corporation is a private non-profit organization created for the purpose of administering programs to help improve regional economic conditions in Hill, Blaine, Liberty, Chouteau and Phillips Counties and the Fort Belknap and Rocky Boy's Indian Reservations.

Cities tend to favor building stadiums and convention centers over investing in education or human services. It’s an understandable but troublesome trend.

A city’s territory is much more tightly bound to it than its citizens are. People can move. They can choose to affiliate themselves with another town. But cities cannot exchange one geography for another.

by Aaron M. Renn

Full Story: http://www.governing.com/columns/eco-engines/gov-economic-development-people-places.html

MATR Supporters (view all)


The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce is the longest-standing and leading advocate for the Flathead Valley community and business climate.

For over 25 years, Zoot Enterprises has been a global provider of advanced origination, acquisition, and decision management solutions.

SBA 504 Loans offered statewide! Real estate and equipment, acquisitions, renovation, and new construction. Low, fixed-rates up to 25 years with as little as 10% down.
Posted in:

Sorry, we couldn't find any posts. Please try a different search.

Leave a Comment

You must be logged in to post a comment.