Resources
Resources to assist with equitable and comprehensive community engagement during the brownfield planning and reuse process
As a local official, you can help overcome barriers to brownfield reuse and economic development. The six actions described below can help empower your community to move brownfield sites towards redevelopment. ...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed this guide to inspire local governments and community partners to take local actions that will help them successfully overcome the challenges caused by brownfields and blight in downtowns and neighb...
A land reuse project with a strong approach to community outreach will: promote equity, uplift the unique identities and needs of a city or town, and lead to longer lasting environmental protection. ...
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Plummer Pole Yard: Equitable Brownfield Redevelopment
The City of Plummer Idaho and Coeur d'Alene Tribe have partnered to redevelop a large former brownfield in the center of town. This video details the community engagement and end use planning completed in Summer 2024 through the Center for Creative Land R...
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Advancing Equity in Land Reuse Planning and Visioning Webinar Recording
This interactive workshop is designed to help land reuse practitioners with varying levels of experience and capacity integrate equity best practices into their land reuse projects. The workshop featured case studies and tools from our recently published ...
This interactive workshop is designed to help land reuse practitioners with varying levels of experience and capacity integrate equity best practices into their land reuse projects. The workshop featured case studies and tools from our recently published ...
Community engagement is a cornerstone for success in any brownfield reuse project. A strong community engagement strategy will mobilize and empower marginalized communities, inspire informed decision-making and sustainable development, mitigate conflict, ...
This guide provides strategies, tools, and resources for advancing environmental justice and equity in land reuse projects for local governments, tribes and non-profit organizations....
Development of a comprehensive and thoughtful community engagement plan is vital to the success of brownfield revitalization. An equitable community engagement process that includes underrepresented residents promotes sustainability and just outcomes. Thi...
