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Chicago enacts environmental justice measure to ensure future prioritization of community health, social needs

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Chicago enacts environmental justice measure to ensure future prioritization of community health, social needs Chicago enacts environmental justice measure to ensure future prioritization of community health, social needs

byAndy Castillo

May 11, 2023

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Alley art project in Detroit aims to beautify blighted neighborhoods, promote local culture

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Alley art project in Detroit aims to beautify blighted neighborhoods, promote local culture Alley art project in Detroit aims to beautify blighted neighborhoods, promote local culture

byAndy Castillo

May 10, 2023

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The future of carbon emissions and cities lies in green buildings

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The future of carbon emissions and cities lies in green buildings The future of carbon emissions and cities lies in green buildings

byHilari Varnadore

May 5, 2023

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Bloomberg Philanthropies announces $25K funding opportunity for 20 asphalt art projects Bloomberg Philanthropies announces $25K funding opportunity for 20 asphalt art projects

byAndy Castillo

Apr 27, 2023

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Local governments can choose from a variety of sources to fund infrastructure projects

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Local governments can choose from a variety of sources to fund infrastructure projects Local governments can choose from a variety of sources to fund infrastructure projects

byMichael Keating

Apr 21, 2023

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Report: Concern among mayors over housing costs dwarfs other issues

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Report: Concern among mayors over housing costs dwarfs other issues Report: Concern among mayors over housing costs dwarfs other issues

byAndy Castillo

Apr 4, 2023

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Analysis: On second anniversary of the American Rescue Plan’s passage, the future is uncertain

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Analysis: On second anniversary of the American Rescue Plan’s passage, the future is uncertain

Analysis: On second anniversary of the American Rescue Plan’s passage, the future is uncertain

byAndy Castillo

With an historic investment in public spaces, Philadelphia’s Rebuild program is committed to equity in the process

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With an historic investment in public spaces, Philadelphia’s Rebuild program is committed to equity in the process

With an historic investment in public spaces, Philadelphia’s Rebuild program is committed to equity in the process

Six essentials to achieve meaningful stakeholder management

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Six essentials to achieve meaningful stakeholder management

Six essentials to achieve meaningful stakeholder management

byAllison Quigney

Chicago implements roadmap to address inequality, promote equity in future planning and development

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Chicago implements roadmap to address inequality, promote equity in future planning and development

Chicago implements roadmap to address inequality, promote equity in future planning and development

byAndy Castillo

New York mayor announces city-wide curbside composting program, impacting 8.5 million residents by 2024

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New York mayor announces city-wide curbside composting program, impacting 8.5 million residents by 2024

New York mayor announces city-wide curbside composting program, impacting 8.5 million residents by 2024

byAndy Castillo

More dollars will be available for infrastructure projects and digital construction management in 2023

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More dollars will be available for infrastructure projects and digital construction management in 2023

More dollars will be available for infrastructure projects and digital construction management in 2023

byMichael Keating

Structuring solar RFPs for the best project outcome

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Structuring solar RFPs for the best project outcome

Structuring solar RFPs for the best project outcome

Boston contributes public land, $60 million for affordable housing units

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Boston contributes public land, $60 million for affordable housing units

Boston contributes public land, $60 million for affordable housing units

byAndy Castillo

Process with purpose: Looking beyond the short-term with program evaluations

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Process with purpose: Looking beyond the short-term with program evaluations

Process with purpose: Looking beyond the short-term with program evaluations

Report: NYC’s street-side dining program a ‘life preserver’ for local businesses during pandemic’s worst days

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Report: NYC’s street-side dining program a ‘life preserver’ for local businesses during pandemic’s worst days

Report: NYC’s street-side dining program a ‘life preserver’ for local businesses during pandemic’s worst days

byAndy Castillo

Report: Rapid growth of e-scooter programs has led to a ‘patchwork approach to safety’

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Report: Rapid growth of e-scooter programs has led to a ‘patchwork approach to safety’

Report: Rapid growth of e-scooter programs has led to a ‘patchwork approach to safety’

byAndy Castillo

How to maximize engagement in community planning

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How to maximize engagement in community planning

How to maximize engagement in community planning

Denver allocates $2 million for basic income to help people out of homelessness

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Denver allocates $2 million for basic income to help people out of homelessness

Denver allocates $2 million for basic income to help people out of homelessness

byAndy Castillo

Public engagement on housing: Local governments can shift individual complaints into community-based problem-solving

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Public engagement on housing: Local governments can shift individual complaints into community-based problem-solving

Public engagement on housing: Local governments can shift individual complaints into community-based problem-solving

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How local governments can reinforce trust and quality after two years of turbulence

How local governments can reinforce trust and quality after two years of turbulence

Hard Drive Sanitization — Not All Methods Are Equal

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Hard Drive Sanitization — Not All Methods Are Equal

Hard Drive Sanitization — Not All Methods Are Equal

bySecurity Engineered Machinery

How capital improvement project prioritization helps secure infrastructure funding

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How capital improvement project prioritization helps secure infrastructure funding

How capital improvement project prioritization helps secure infrastructure funding

byAmanda Douglas

Proposed update to Community Reinvestment Act could support neighborhood recovery

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Proposed update to Community Reinvestment Act could support neighborhood recovery

Proposed update to Community Reinvestment Act could support neighborhood recovery

byMichael Halpern

Local Infrastructure Hub launches, announces first wave of programming

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Local Infrastructure Hub launches, announces first wave of programming

Local Infrastructure Hub launches, announces first wave of programming

byMichelle M. Havich

Sustainability initiatives take center stage in Florida county

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Sustainability initiatives take center stage in Florida county

Sustainability initiatives take center stage in Florida county

byMichael Keating

Three U.S. cities to adopt Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge-winning project to combat climate change

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Three U.S. cities to adopt Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge-winning project to combat climate change

Three U.S. cities to adopt Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge-winning project to combat climate change

byMichelle M. Havich

FirstNet Authority CTO highlights coverage-extension efforts as initial Band 14 buildout nears completion

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FirstNet Authority CTO highlights coverage-extension efforts as initial Band 14 buildout nears completion

FirstNet Authority CTO highlights coverage-extension efforts as initial Band 14 buildout nears completion

byDonny Jackson

Ahead of Surfside condo collapse anniversary, Florida’s legislature approves inspection standards

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Ahead of Surfside condo collapse anniversary, Florida’s legislature approves inspection standards

Ahead of Surfside condo collapse anniversary, Florida’s legislature approves inspection standards

byAndy Castillo

American City & County survey highlights civic engagement priorities in public sector

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American City & County survey highlights civic engagement priorities in public sector

American City & County survey highlights civic engagement priorities in public sector

byAndy Castillo

Looking to increase civic engagement? Support the local press

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Looking to increase civic engagement? Support the local press

Looking to increase civic engagement? Support the local press

byAndy Castillo

Joint $10M NLC, Wells Fargo Foundation initiative seeks to curb violence in cities

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Joint $10M NLC, Wells Fargo Foundation initiative seeks to curb violence in cities

Joint $10M NLC, Wells Fargo Foundation initiative seeks to curb violence in cities

byAndy Castillo

Report: Government work might not always pay as well as the private sector, but the benefits are better

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Report: Government work might not always pay as well as the private sector, but the benefits are better

Report: Government work might not always pay as well as the private sector, but the benefits are better

byAndy Castillo

Government Initiatives

How esports can help cities engage residents and build community

How esports can help cities engage residents and build community

2021 Crown Communities Award winner: Phase 1 of Minot, N.D.’s Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Plan

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2021 Crown Communities Award winner: Phase 1 of Minot, N.D.’s Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Plan

2021 Crown Communities Award winner: Phase 1 of Minot, N.D.’s Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Plan

byAndy Castillo

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