Catch or Release
May 1, 2016
Catch or Release

This report examines and compares indicators related to tax-foreclosed residential properties in Flint, Michigan via the two existing systems: the Treasurer’s public auction and the land bank authority.

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Housing and Building Code Enforcement and Vacant Properties in Columbus, Georgia
September 1, 2019
Housing and Building Code Enforcement and Vacant Properties in Columbus, Georgia

This report shares the findings of Community Progress’ 2019 technical assistance engagement with the Columbus Land Bank Authority to review policies and practices related to problem properties.

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Hope for the Best, Plan for the Worst
June 1, 2020
Hope for the Best, Plan for the Worst

This short guide helps local officials and community stakeholders start thinking about how to address the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Making the Comeback
March 21, 2021
Making the Comeback

Black urban middle neighborhoods are facing an existential crisis. This report shares key highlights from Alan Mallach’s research from predominately Black neighborhoods in six legacy cities and offers strategies for Black middle neighborhood revival.

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A Racial Equity Audit of Louisville, Kentucky’s Code Enforcement Program
September 14, 2022
A Racial Equity Audit of Louisville, Kentucky’s Code Enforcement Program

This memo details Community Progress’ work with the Louisville Municipal Government to review its code enforcement processes through a racial equity lens.

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Technical Assistance Program to Advance New Solutions for Blighted Properties (Press Release)
February 12, 2014
Technical Assistance Program to Advance New Solutions for Blighted Properties (Press Release)

FLINT, MICH. – The Center for Community Progress (Community Progress) has launched a national Technical Assistance Scholarship Program to help public or nonprofit organizations find new solutions to address…

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Vacant Properties Technical Assistance Scholarship Recipients Announced (Press Release)
May 13, 2014
Vacant Properties Technical Assistance Scholarship Recipients Announced (Press Release)

FLINT, Mich. – The local governments of Atlanta, Georgia; Butte-Silver Bow, Montana; and Lafayette, Louisiana are the inaugural recipients of the Center for Community Progress’ new, blight-fighting Technical…

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Four Cities Selected for Vacant Properties Technical Assistance Scholarships (Press Release)
January 29, 2015
Four Cities Selected for Vacant Properties Technical Assistance Scholarships (Press Release)

Dallas, Detroit, Gary and Trenton will receive guidance from the Center for Community Progress More Info Dallas, Texas Detroit, Michigan  Gary, Indiana  Trenton, New Jersey News Release (PDF)…

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The Center for Community Progress Appoints New Director of Communications (Press Release)
December 3, 2019
The Center for Community Progress Appoints New Director of Communications (Press Release)

Jovan Hackley, former University CMO and Real Estate Executive joins senior leadership of national Community Development Non-Profit News Release (PDF) WASHINGTON, DC – December 3, 2019 – Today…

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New National Program to Help Local Governments Tackle Vacant Property Challenges in Support of Safer, Inclusive Communities Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis
February 3, 2021
New National Program to Help Local Governments Tackle Vacant Property Challenges in Support of Safer, Inclusive Communities Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis

Center for Community Progress and the National League of Cities accepting Letters of Interest for Free Educational Programming and Customized Technical Assistance WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 27,…

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