2015 Weekly Snapshots: Spring
Every week, American City & County features unique projects from throughout U.S. communities.
- Written by Derek Prall
- 13th April 2015
Every week, American City & County features unique projects from throughout U.S. communities.
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Gallery: 10 of the most affordable American cities for working adultsInflation is driving up the price of everything from groceries to gasoline, and with interest rates continuing to increase, affordable cities are becoming more desirable. A new analysis from Empower ranks the most affordable cities for working adults based on data like home prices, average income, cost of living, and employment rates. “Based on our […]
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Cities can achieve sustainability wins with micro transportation, green infrastructure and climate resilience planningIn 2024, local governments will continue working on several sustainability targets, says Stephen McCauley, associate professor of teaching at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, Mass. He says those targets and areas of interest include micro transportation, expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure and reducing battery fire risk in electric vehicles. He predicts municipal governments will […]
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Fast disaster recovery construction projectsThere is profound wisdom embedded in the age-old saying attributed to Benjamin Franklin, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” In today’s rapidly changing landscape, these words resonate with a heightened sense of urgency. The National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) paints a stark picture in the United States: 2022 alone witnessed […]
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The correlation between trust, transparency and technology with residents and their local governmentsToday, residents benchmark interactions with their local government against the experiences they have with consumer-facing brands. Digital self-service, immersive engagement experiences and streamlined communication are all on the table as municipalities seek to enhance civic engagement and foster trust with residents. Due to these evolving preferences and growing demands, local governments must look for ways […]