Community
ServicesCooperative Extension can play a critical role in assisting communities to examine their community services, including fire, emergency medical services, rural transportation, water, rural health services, and solid waste management. Viable community services are a critical component of community economic well-being. Cooperative Extension programs provide education and technical assistance to community leaders to assist them in making informed decisions about the development of their communities. Program services include:
In addition, other tools, such as least-cost bus routes, optimum location of emergency equipment, and evaluation of alternative water rate schedules are available.
For more information, contact Dr. Gerald A. Doeksen, Extension Economist, gad@okstate.edu