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Leading local government trade organizations urge for passage of ARPA flexibility legislation

Trade organizations representing state and local governments have joined forces in urging the...

Utility, aid organizations respond to Puerto Rico in wake of Hurricane Fiona

Days after Hurricane Fiona stormed ashore in Puerto Rico, just shy of the fifth anniversary of...

The role of EV infrastructure in municipal mobility planning

The movement toward electric vehicles (EV) is accelerating, being fueled by evolving consumer...

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From emergency response to strategic planning: A Kilauea case study

When volcanoes erupt, the force of explosions and lava dramatically change the landscape, impacting the geography and the lives of those who live and work nearby. This is especially true on the southern tip of Hawaii, which is home to the world’s most active volcano, Kilauea. Responding to Kilauea’s 2018 eruptions, federal, state and local […]

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Transportation program distributes $2.2 billion for projects—double last year’s amount

When it comes to repairing and replacing infrastructure, there’s a clear priority for administrators of American cities and counties: roadways and transportation. In a recent survey of government leaders, more than 57 percent reported roads in their communities were in the greatest need of improvement. In the analysis, published by Cartegraph and Government Technology’s Center […]

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On the road again: How cities can solve the truck-parking conundrum

American cities have a love-hate relationship with 18-wheelers. On one hand, trucks carry more than 70 percent of freight in the United States. It’s fair to say that everything from retail to restaurants would grind to a halt without them. On the other hand, they create significant problems for municipalities when it comes to traffic, […]

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Let American City & County know how prepared your community is for weather emergencies and natural disasters

No community is immune to severe weather and being informed and prepared can help minimize damage and save lives. Today, storms are getting stronger and more frequent, while some areas of the country face months of drought and heat. Be it a hurricane, wildfire, blizzard or flooding, how prepared is your community for the next […]

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Staying safe in a hotter world

It may be the hottest summer many can remember, but because of global warming, it could be among the coolest we will see this century. Record-breaking heat waves began earlier than ever this summer, and the conditions that cause them will only get worse. Right now, about 900,000 Americans live in places that experience 30 […]

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Funding fiber broadband: The path to growing communities

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) presents communities with the ability to build broadband infrastructure that has been shown to deliver substantial and long-lasting economic benefits by creating jobs and attracting businesses as well as improving the quality of life for the people who live there. Local leaders need to be proactive and engaged […]

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Biden: Inflation Reduction Act represents ‘one of the most significant laws in our history’

Don’t be deceived by its name: the Inflation Reduction Act represents the most significant act combating climate change Congress has ever passed. On Tuesday, President Joe Biden signed the measure into law—injecting $370 billion into sustainability and energy initiatives over 10 years with the stroke of a pen. “This bill is the biggest step forward […]

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Taking on the heat with tech: Cities create chief heat officers

Usually, my writing has focused on all things tech leadership in local government. And if the term “heat” was ever mentioned, it was directed towards either IT or the CIO. Given all the weather tragedies across the globe it is time we simply stop just talking about it and start doing something about it. This […]

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When spending federal stimulus dollars, local governments are considering long-term, community impact

From staffing constraints to budget shortfalls and an unprecedented pivot into the digital realm (driven by the pandemic), local governments have confronted myriad challenges over the last few years. But in this, there’s a bright spot: The federal government is investing an unprecedented amount of money into local governments. “The covid pandemic shuffled the deck […]

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In Nevada county, data underpins efforts to address climate change

Across the United States, cities and counties are doing their best to confront climate change in myriad ways—from bolstering seawalls to updating electrical grids and everything in between. But in order for communities to best direct their efforts and responsibly spend hard-earned taxpayer dollars, administrators need data. In Washoe County and Reno, Nev., for example, […]

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Public Works & Utilities

Highlights

Leading local government trade organizations urge for passage of ARPA flexibility legislation

Utility, aid organizations respond to Puerto Rico in wake of Hurricane Fiona

The role of EV infrastructure in municipal mobility planning

Article

From emergency response to strategic planning: A Kilauea case study

News

Transportation program distributes $2.2 billion for projects—double last year’s amount

Article

On the road again: How cities can solve the truck-parking conundrum

News

Let American City & County know how prepared your community is for weather emergencies and natural disasters

Article

Staying safe in a hotter world

Article

Funding fiber broadband: The path to growing communities

News

Biden: Inflation Reduction Act represents ‘one of the most significant laws in our history’

Article

Taking on the heat with tech: Cities create chief heat officers

News

When spending federal stimulus dollars, local governments are considering long-term, community impact

News

In Nevada county, data underpins efforts to address climate change

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