Southern Growth Policies Board

The Southern Growth Policies Board (SGPB), established in 1971, is a public research agency governed and supported by the state governments of the southern United States. The SGPB analyzes information and makes policy recommendations to promote sound economic development of the region. Its offices are located in Research Triangle Park, N.C.

From the description of Southern Growth Policies Board records, 1971-1999. WorldCat record id: 25533897

The Southern Growth Policies Board (SGPB), established in 1971, is a public research agency governed and supported by he state governments of the southern United States. The Board analyzes information and makes policy recommendations to promote the sound economic development of the South.

The Southern Growth Policies Agreement, adopted by the legislatures in the region, is the legal means of cooperation for the member states. SGPB works with state and local governments, universities, research agencies, and a wide range of civic organizations concerned with shaping public policies and the development of ways to promote sound urban and rural growth. Duke University served as the fiscal agent for the Board upon its inception.

Board membership consists of five persons from each member state: the governor, a state senator and a state representative appointed by the heads of their respective legislative houses, and two leading citizens appointed by the governor. Members include Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is also a member. SGPB also has an associate member program aimed at fostering cooperation between the public and private sectors in reaching economic goals in the region. Associate members include corporations, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions.

SGPB sponsors meetings and conferences that focus on issues of special significance to the southern region. It also researches and publishes background papers and newsletters one merging economic issues, education and training, state and local government capacity, growth and environmental management, international economic problems and opportunities, and technology.

SGPB maintains offices in the Research Triangle Park in central North Carolina. Until 1982 it also maintained an office in Washington, D.C.(Adapted from information in various SGPB publications.)

From the guide to the Southern Growth Policies Board Records, 1971-1999, (Southern Historical Collection)