Community development : publication
John Ballard was a lifelong resident of Missouri who earned a master’s degree in community development from MU in 1971 and then worked for MU Extension as a local government specialist for 21 years. These publications are based on his work
This 55-minute documentary explores Eliot Battle's pivotal role in desegregating Columbia, Missouri, through education, housing, and community leadership.
Learn broadband terminology and issues related to access — availability and adoption. Access to high-speed internet encourages equitable opportunities.
Cambio de Colores
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This publication compiles research and discussions from the 2003 and 2004 Cambio de Colores conferences, focusing on Latino integration in the Midwest.
This publication compiles abstracts and selected papers from the 2012 Cambio de Colores conference, focusing on Latino integration in the Midwest.
Proceedings of the 2015 annual conference
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Proceedings and selected papers from the Cambio de Colores 2010 conference on Latino and immigrant experiences in Midwestern communities.
Explore research on Latino migration, community integration, and cultural dynamics in the Midwest through 2011 conference proceedings.
Proceedings from the 2013 conference highlighting Latino integration in the Midwest through community, education, and economic development initiatives.
Conference papers explore Latino immigration, education, health, community integration, and civil rights across the Midwest.
Reviewed by Manoj Chhetri
MU Extension Horticulture Field Specialist
Karen Kerkhoff
Area Horticulture Specialist
David D. Minner
State Turfgrass Specialist, Department of Horticulture
Learn how to clean and disinfect flooded wells and cisterns to ensure safe drinking water, including inspection, chlorination, and testing steps.
Get your point across clearly in writing with these 10 principles of clear writing. Also, learn how to test the clearness of your writing and keep it simple.
Learn how to plan, start, and maintain a successful community garden with tips on organizing, site selection, funding, and long-term management.
Robert A. Pierce
Extension Fish and Wildlife Specialist
Flooding displaces many rodents from their natural habitat. As a result, these animals are seeking areas that can provide food and shelter, such as homes, sheds, barns and other buildings.
Snakes often become displaced after a storm or flooding event. As a result, many of these animals are seeking shelter and food in areas close to people. Read more to find out what to do when you encounter one.
Explore four decision-making techniques to help community groups identify and prioritize projects effectively.
This publication explores the significance of effective communication in professional settings, detailing its processes and various definitions.
Social ties, community attachment, and employment opportunities motivate migration to rural areas, offering insights for leaders aiming to attract residents.
Follow these guidelines for facilitating an improved business engagement while fostering leadership and problem solving to find meaningful engagement in rural small businesses. Business examples and seven key guidelines are presented here.
Missouri rural areas face poorer health outcomes and limited care access due to workforce shortages and facility closures, impacting community sustainability.
Use this workbook to analyze fiscal trends in Missouri counties as well as carry out studies on budget, fiscal trends, and performance to identify needed actions. Compare past performance to set standards to gauge them alongside each other as well.
Missouri’s Third Class County Budget Trend Analysis: Workbook User’s Manual" offers guidance on analyzing fiscal trends in third-class counties.
Discover the contributing factors to fiscal stress among Missouri’s counties including change in population, changing revenues and varying sales and property taxes. Total taxes, fees, revenues and corresponding fiscal stress levels are presented.
Explore community development principles and ethical practices, offering real-world examples and strategies for empowering local communities.
Learn the essential rules and guidelines for governing Missouri fourth-class cities, including duties, meetings, taxes, and more.
Township organization is an option open to third- and fourth class-counties in Missouri. This manual is intended as a resource for people who make township government work.
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This toolkit contains Missouri-specific information. See publication No. DM274 for the non-Missouri version.
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This toolkit is for use in states other than Missouri. See publication No. DM201 for Missouri use.
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This Program Evaluation Toolkit describes various evaluation tools appropriate for gauging the success of a healthy small food retailer program. It addition, it provides four forms that can help you discover the effect of your efforts.
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The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
This toolkit contains Missouri-specific information. See publication No. DM275 for the non-Missouri version.
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The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
This toolkit is for use in states other than Missouri. See publication No. DM202 for Missouri use.
Learn why investing in accessible, high-quality childcare can strengthen Missouri’s economy by reducing worker absences that benefit businesses and government.
James B. Cook and John A. Croll
Department of Community Development
This publication explores how communities can assess and address housing needs through evaluating local conditions, identifying challenges, and planning improvements.
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Learn how to craft engaging feature stories by focusing on imaginative leads, concise sentences, and active verbs to captivate your readers.