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sustainability

In 2025 more cities will team up for climate and sustainability solutions on a regional basis

data

Harnessing data for safer communities

Zero Trust

Small budget, strong security: Why Zero Trust is key to protecting critical infrastructure

inspectors

Are combination inspectors a good choice for municipalities?

climate

How to increase climate resilience in urban areas

recuit

When they search for new staffers, cities and counties should cast a wide net and recruit globally

ransomware

Ransomware presents a growing threat to vulnerable local governments

firefighters

Community trust is a firefighter’s greatest asset

election

2024 elections meet social media – How local governments can stay ahead

technology

A trusted technology partner can help cities and counties achieve their digital vision

public safety

Is the public safety department model the future of municipal emergency service?

broadband

Traverse City’s broadband project is a cautionary tale for other communities

cyber

As cyber threats evolve, cities and counties need to safeguard staffers’ mobile devices

workforce

Building smarter, stronger communities with an AI-enhanced government workforce

Crown Communities

2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Two massive projects help relieve traffic problems

awards

Nominations open for the 2024 American City & County Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servants awards

purchasing

Procurement purchasing card perils: Will you be the next headline?

water

Getting started: What any municipality can do now about EPA’s PFAS ruling for water systems

technology

On technology buys, it’s important that agency stakeholders work together throughout the process

cyber

Modernizing municipal IT infrastructure: A vital defense against cyber threats

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