by Ellen D. Harpel | Sep 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
Problem prospects can drag down economic development efforts, but due diligence on companies seeking incentives can help economic development organizations reduce risk, increase the return on investment and improve accountability to stakeholders. The more you know...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Sep 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
State legislators and senior legislative staff recently gathered at the NCSL Jobs Summit to discuss several economic development topics, including generating better returns with smart incentives. Participants explored how data collection, reporting and evaluation can...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Sep 9, 2014 | Uncategorized
Figuring out if an incentives package is a good deal for your community is not always easy. This post summarizes the fundamentals of conducting a cost-benefit analysis to determine whether an incentive deal is likely to generate net benefits for your community....
by Ellen D. Harpel | Sep 3, 2014 | Uncategorized
Confidentiality has been part of the site selection process for as long as I can remember. Incentives negotiations with companies still in the decision-making process often remain secret, though many states have improved reporting on completed deals. Code names for...
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