The Connecticut Rural Development Council is prepared to launch its newly created Community Assessment program to assist small town in meeting the challenges that face them today.
Modeled after successful programs in a number of other states, the CRDC Community Assessment program helps guide communities through a facilitated process of identifying community needs, assessing available resources and prioritizing action plans. Our goal is to make the CRDC Community assessment plan unique among small town planning processes by bringing in state and regional experts as part of that assessment team.
Who do we need?
Our goal is to recruit key state and local decision-makers, business leaders, service providers and experienced members of the non-profit community to volunteer their time for this project.
We are looking for individuals with expertise in any of the following areas:
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- Community Design & Identity
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- Historic and Recreation Services
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What is the commitment?
We select our resource teams based on the stated needs of the community. Our goal is to complete at least two assessments per year. If you are selected to participate in a particular community assessment, your participation is likely to include 2 - 4 days in a host community over a two-month period. Some evenings may be involved. Activities may include participating in small roundtable discussions, large community meetings or site visits to key local resources.
How do I get involved?
To volunteer or for more information, please contact CRDC headquarters, (860) 656-6615 or send an email expressing your interest.
Special thanks to Senate President Donald Williams and the Office of Policy & Management for supporting the creation of this program.
