Center For Legislative Development Received $2 Million From U.S. Agency For International Development

2007 October 10

The Center for Legislative Development (CLD) received $2 million from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to continue efforts to strengthen municipal institutions in Lebanon and increase its effectiveness in supporting the democratic process. CLD began its Municipal Governance Development Program in 2004. Municipal officials are trained in good practice, transparency, and accountability. A key goal is strengthening municipal finance, administrative capacities, and e-government to foster economic development.

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News release, "USAID Awards $2M to University at Albany's Center for Legislative Development," October 10, 2007, UAlbany News Archive, Office of Communications and Marketing

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