Waterfront Revitalization Case Study

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As we organize our waterfront revitalization efforts, the government can help in many ways such as:

1. Organizing the planning process.
2. Establishing a waterfront advisory committee.
3. Assisting with data collection and analysis.
4. Referring us to other communities that have successfully revitalized their waterfronts.
5. Providing guidance on developing appropriate waterfront revitalization policies.
6. Identifying and assisting with preparation of laws necessary to implement the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program.
7. Providing grant funds.

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