Economy

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Four ways city and county governments can use technology to protect revenues and engage citizens

There are many words to describe what we collectively went through in 2020, both positive and...

Small city, big impact: why economic development is the best tool to tackle COVID-19

Local government is not typically known for its creativity or nimbleness. But like all...

A city’s innovative downtown master plan sees future in local, inclusive placemaking

Over the past two decades, as superstar cities like New York and San Francisco have concentrated...

Chicago gets a little bovine intervention

Chicago residents have welcomed 300 “udderly” surprising additions to the downtown area with the “Cows on Parade” public art exhibition. It may seem odd,

Minneapolis tests prototype mulching mower

In 1990, when the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation department was offered the opportunity to test a prototype mulching mower by Toro, District Maintenance

AWWARF announces research projects

The American Water Works Research Foundation Board of Trustees has selected 53 projects worth $9.1 million for 1997 funding. The board approved $6.6 million

Entitlements test legislative resolve

Dependence on entitlement programs is dragging down federal, state and local budgets and could result in irreparable harm if left unchecked.But reforming

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Economy

Highlights

Four ways city and county governments can use technology to protect revenues and engage citizens

Small city, big impact: why economic development is the best tool to tackle COVID-19

A city’s innovative downtown master plan sees future in local, inclusive placemaking

Chicago gets a little bovine intervention

Minneapolis tests prototype mulching mower

AWWARF announces research projects

Entitlements test legislative resolve

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How-to Tips to Prepare for Your Summer Construction Projects

How to Procure an eProcurement System that Generates More Value from Your Budget

The Technology Solutions Vital to Clerk Productivity in Our Post-Pandemic Communities

Events

Podcast

Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina

Young Leaders Episode 3 – Shannon Hardin – City Council President, Columbus, Ohio

Young Leaders Episode 2 – Christian Williams – Development Services Planner, Goodyear, Ariz.

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