Article The giving tree(s) 17th September 2013 Seattle pioneers free food for the hungry with the Beacon Food Forest.
Article On the green 17th September 2013 In some cities, golf cars—the industry name for what are often called “carts” —are becoming a preferred “get around town” method of transportation.
Article Tech-driven fire management 17th September 2013 Wildland fire sizes and duration are increasing each year and possible impacts, negative outcomes and potential losses are becoming more serious.
Article NACo urges congress to fund PILT program 16th September 2013 The Payment in Lieu of Taxes program, designed to support states struggling with funding lost from the inability to tax publicly controlled land, has yet to be approved for FY14. Leaders from the National Association of Counties met with Congress to ensure the program’s security.
Article The battle for Boulder 16th September 2013 Boulder, Colo., residents have struggled for years to wrangle control of the power supply from Xcel Energy. This November, voters will decide the future of the municipality’s fight.
Article New HUD rule to promote fair housing 16th September 2013 The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has proposed a new rule to encourage the promotion of fair housing.
Article The California bailout 16th September 2013 Richmond, Calif., plans to use eminent domain to save homeowners from “underwater” mortgages.
Article NRPA Congress & Expo covers all things parks and rec (with related video) 12th September 2013 Here is a preview of the 2013 National Recreation and Park Association Congress and Expo that takes place Oct. 8 through 10 in Houston.
Article California law to deter conflicts of interest in public works review boards 11th September 2013 After controversies over the review of public works projects, California has passed legislation to make review boards more transparent.
Article Mississippi sees huge returns after investing in tax collection 11th September 2013 After investing $3.5 million in the Mississippi Department of Revenue, the state was able to collect $190.3 million in back taxes.
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020