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Creating Innovative Alternatives Community Development Alternatives Inc A Creative Approach to Problem Solving Small communities face extraordinary challenges to survive in todays economic environment where economies of scale tip the scales in favor of larger communities. Downtowns must compete with bigcity shopping malls and internet commerce for their piece of the market. Small school districts faced with declining enrollment and escalating costs must consider consolidation of schools despite the social and emotional costs of school closings. Aging infrastructures must be updated despite a stagnant tax base and an aging population illprepared to absorb property tax or utility rate increases.