Often, resource committees are set up on a county basis. Whether or not private citizens are members of one of these committees, they can contribute their knowledge and opinions. They can explain what they see as their problems and opportunities, and what they want to do about their community's future. Local residents know best what they need, want, and can achieve. Just about anything.
Some projects deal with problems most areas face.
Other projects reflect the character and needs of a specific area. Projects like these reflect the individual character of that area.