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America is at a crossroads with its infrastructure future

The first step to solving a problem is admitting there is a problem in the first place. Much of America’s infrastructure was built 50 to 100 years ago and has not been replaced or modernized to meet current needs and doesn’t address the needs of the future. Since 1998, the American Society of Civil Engineers […]

Justice40: Getting federal funds to communities that need it most

President Biden may have had Jonestown, Md., in mind when he created his landmark Justice40 initiative. Launched in 2021, Justice40 aims to deliver 40 percent of federal climate and clean energy investments to “disadvantaged” communities. You could say that Jonestown fits the bill. Founded by free African Americans in the mid-19th century, this unincorporated village […]

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Digital permitting: Building stronger communities and centralizing asset data

Permitting is an essential aspect of sustainable growth and community development. As city governments make strides in modernizing how they manage, track and maintain assets, many are finding opportunities to rethink their approach to permitting and community engagement. Submitting a permit is often laden with paperwork, leading to delays that stall progress and frustrate residents […]

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WIFIA funding helps communities address the impacts of climate change

Changes in climate can have significant negative impacts on water infrastructure and utilities. To address the impacts of climate change, communities across the country are incorporating strategies supporting climate resiliency and mitigation into their water systems. Climate resiliency is a water system’s ability to maintain services despite climate-related stress and to be better prepared for […]

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How one city is proactively managing AI use—and what local governments can learn from it

AI (artificial intelligence) had a big year last year. A topic once reserved for tech circles, it became a frequent news headline and a regular dinner table conversation piece. Governments across the world began shaping policies for AI. In the U.S., President Joe Biden enacted his executive order in October, which created several initiatives to […]

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What is going on with Vision Zero

In 2019, the Dallas County Council gave the green light to incorporate Vision Zero strategies into all future traffic planning in an effort to curb vehicle fatalities while increasing safe and healthy mobility for all. When a local TV station conducted a progress report in late 2023, however, investigators found that traffic crashes had killed […]

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The art of dismantling the “unfortunate process”

Procurement/supply chain work is comprised of a series of steps or processes needed to complete the project. As a public procurement leader for more than a few years, I have had experiences and exposure with the phenomenon that I term “unfortunate process.” Instead allowing my “inner Deming” the immediate impulse to blurt out “bad process! […]

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How state governments can help revitalize workforce development

Siloed and disjointed workforce development ecosystems can’t keep up with the dynamic needs of today’s economy. Isolated departments across government, business, nonprofits and academia are sometimes too slow to adapt to new workforce needs or to adjust to new technologies—resulting in significant skills gaps and talent shortages. To keep pace, state agencies across the country […]

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Getting ahead of natural disasters: Field-tested planning best practices from San Mateo and Santa Cruz

Over 16 days at the beginning of this year, a state of emergency was declared in 51 of California’s 58 counties due to atmospheric rivers and winter storms. From storm surges, mudslides, downed trees, heavy snow, avalanches, power outages and road closures, to river and tributary floods, potential dam spills, as well as urban, residential, […]

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Five attributes every government agency needs from a successful partner

The COVID-19 pandemic changed how state and local governments work with outside partners to support government benefits programs. The pandemic brought new challenges and increased demand for services. State and local government leaders had to re-evaluate the role private companies could play. These leaders were able to understand which partners were best suited to help […]

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ArticleCommentary

America is at a crossroads with its infrastructure future

Commentary

Justice40: Getting federal funds to communities that need it most

Commentary

Digital permitting: Building stronger communities and centralizing asset data

Commentary

WIFIA funding helps communities address the impacts of climate change

Commentary

How one city is proactively managing AI use—and what local governments can learn from it

Commentary

What is going on with Vision Zero

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The art of dismantling the “unfortunate process”

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How state governments can help revitalize workforce development

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Getting ahead of natural disasters: Field-tested planning best practices from San Mateo and Santa Cruz

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Five attributes every government agency needs from a successful partner

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