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Government IT spending expected to rise in 2010

IT spending, investment and innovation in government is one of the striking trends we came across while researching the 2010 Keating Report forecast...

Washington passes consumer protection laws for homeowners

Washington has passed two new consumer protection laws aimed at protecting homeowners....

Four cities recognized for cultural diversity programs

The National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials has recognized four cities for implementing programs in their communities aimed at enhancing and promoting cultural diversity. ...

LiveWell Colorado releases 'Food Policy Blueprint'

A database of healthy foods and policy recommendations for improving Colorado residents' health are among the content of the "Food Policy Blueprint" released in early March by LiveWell Colorado....

Obama cabinet members to speak at NLC conference

Members of President Obama's cabinet will speak at the National League of Cities' Congressional City Conference in Washington this weekend. ...

New Orleans mayor testifies on Stafford Act reform

New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin testifies before a Congressional subcommittee on reforming the Stafford Act. ...

American City & County's 2010 award nomination forms are available now!

Send in your nomination for the 2010 County Leader of the Year, Public Works Leader of the Year, Municipal Leader of the Year and America's Crown Communities. Don't delay! County Leader nominations are due April 9. See nomination forms for complete details.

Commentary

Viewpoint: Spotlight on intelligence-led policing

Intelligence-led policing — the use of crime data to guide operations and resource deployment — helps to reduce crime crime....

Viewpoint: To LEED or not to LEED

Local government should weigh several options to make sure green building certification is worth their efforts....

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Dan Doctoroff, New York City Deputy Mayor for Economic Development and Rebuilding

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