Voices in Local Government

Building Economic Resilience in Distressed Communities

Voices in Local Government

Show Notes

In this episode of Voices in Local Government, ICMA assistant program manager, Gabe Daugherty, speaks with Sydney Davis, a fellow in the Economic Recovery Corps (ERC) program. They discuss the unique aspects of the ERC, which focuses on building long-term economic resilience by investing in people and local systems rather than just funding projects. Sydney shares her experiences working with the National Coalition for Community Capital in Michigan, highlighting the importance of community capital and local investment. The conversation explores the success factors of the ERC program in Michigan, the lasting impact of the fellowship, and the shift in mindset required for sustainable economic development.

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