Sunday, September 9, 2012

Economic Development: Old vs. New


Location is an important tool in the world of economic development. Many entrepreneurs and companies thrive on this because location, in most cases, will either make or break your business. Economic development is the adoption of new technologies and improvements in everyday living.

In class we discussed the difference between North and South Huntsville, Alabama. The further you go out towards University the more businesses are being built and are thriving compared to those that are South of University. Those that are not thriving are in the urban areas where a lot of people have to travel to other parts of the city just to find something to do. 

For example, in the urban areas you find more cash advance loan buildings than banks. You will also find more businesses such as restaurants, gas stations, schools, and fast food places on University, and down South Huntsville than in the middle of North-west Huntsville. 

Northwest Huntsville could have some wonderful attractions and businesses if people would start taking care of things and building up their community instead of trying to tear each other down, but they want the best things for their children. There should be more places like this picture with booming businesses throughout the city of Huntsville, Al.
After watching this video on "Huntsville Alabama: A Smart Place" hopefully your dreams and determination to build Huntsville back up is your game plan. Take a look: 







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