A handbook about the community indicators movement, which is exploding in the U.S. and around the world, involving hundreds of local governments, community groups, and civic partnerships. Includes: what the indicators are; the process of forming a working group and drafting a set of proposed indicators; indicator selection criteria; data; frequently asked questions; linkages; design and presentation; indicators into action; and conclusion. Annotated bibliography. Glossary. Network directory. Org's. and resources. Data sources. Sample menus of indicators and categories. The Bellagio Principles: International Guidelines for Assessment.