Rural Economic Development

Topic:Smart Growth and Livable Communities Series – building relationships and keeping rural communities ruralGuest & Organization:Kim Dolbow Vann brings more than 20 years of experience and dedication to economic development and the improvement of rural life. As USDA Rural Development State Director, Vann oversees a $6.7 billion portfolio, more than 40 programs and 18 offices resulting in average annual investments of $1 billion into rural California. Previously, Vann spent eleven years as a Colusa County Supervisor representing the first district. During her tenure she served as the chair of Rural County Representatives of California, and led the charge on all federal and state issues that affect the state’s rural counties. In addition, from 2016-2017 Vann served as the chair of Sites Reservoir Joint Powers Authority, leading the new public private partnership in creating an above-ground water storage facility in rural Colusa County.Resources:United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development – CaliforniaFind California Rural Development on Twitter @CaliforniaRDLocal Government Commission