Toward Sustainable Communities is the definitive guide to creating vibrant, healthy, equitable, and prosperous places. This completely revised 5th edition organizes community resources into 8 interrelated forms of capital, creating an innovative framework for maximizing social, economic, and environmental benefits.
The book provides a comprehensive framework for students in public administration, emphasizing the connection between theory and practice. It outlines three main conceptual components: the bureaucrat, the entrepreneur, and the steward, each offering insights into different roles within the field. Additionally, it includes resources for instructors, such as a course outline and lecture slides on CD, along with Q&A sets for students to enhance their learning experience. This structured approach aims to prepare future professionals for their careers in public administration.