In 2021, the River Valley Community Compatible Development (RVCCD) Project began working with six rural communities around Fort Moore: Chattahoochee, Marion, Russell (AL), Stewart, Talbot, and Taylor counties. While protecting the rural character prized by these communities, the RVCCD Plan promotes economic development opportunities that build on the natural and cultural resources in the River Valley region. This project works directly with the communities to identify and implement opportunities to promote job growth and prosperity for local citizens as well as the long-term mission of Fort Moore – the region’s largest economic driver.​ The RVCCD Project is a partnership between the University of Georgia's Carl Vinson Institute of Government, the River Valley Regional Commission, Fort Moore, and others, with funding from the Department of Defense.

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The results of this two-year planning effort are available through the link below, including many of the implementation actions that are already underway. The University of Georgia and its project partners will continue to work with these communities to execute this plan and enhance the long-term economic prosperity and resilience of this region.