Rural Economic Development

The work of the Rural Economic Development and Rural Community Development Programs is to help Nevada's rural communities diversify their economies and build prosperity.

Through collaboration with various government agencies, businesses and non-profit groups, the rural program assists in the development of healthy and viable communities by improving living conditions and economic opportunities.

The Rural Economic Development Program coordinates with the Rural Community Development Program to ensure coordinated economic development projects in rural Nevada.

The Rural Economic Development Program also operates the Local Development Grant program, a rural economic development grants program for which rural Development Authorities are eligible to apply. The grants assist in the operations of the Development Authorities and help fund economic development projects in their regions.

The Rural Economic Development Program also provides training and technical assistance needed to support rural community economic diversification efforts and encourage sustainable development. Community Assessments, Non-Profit Board Training, Visioning and Action Planning Workshops are some of the services offered to rural communities.

For more information on the Rural Economic Development Program, please contact the office:

Joe Locurto, Rural Economic Development Director
Phone: 775-687-4325 or toll free at 800-336-1600
E-mail: jlocurto@bizopp.state.nv.us