‘Considerable Dysfunction’ Roils Disney World’s Local Government
There’s been massive turnover in the tech department that serves a heavily-visited Florida locality few tourists have ever heard of.
When Your Downtown Is Built Over a Flood-Prone Creek
You can’t always out-engineer the uncontrollable forces of water. But Walla Walla, Washington has—thus far—been pretty fortunate in its efforts to tame a local stream.
Pittsburgh's Path Out of Financial Distress
The fiscal future now looks more stable for Pennsylvania’s second-largest city.
Atlanta Mayor: Ransomware Attack ‘Is a Test of Our National Security’
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Okla. schools prepare for teacher walkout … Ariz. governor suspends Uber’s AV testing … Va. Beach city manager’s heated text about a state official … and N.J.’s Pulaski Skyway waiting game.
S&P Nudges Philadelphia's Credit Rating Downward
The city's finances face pressure from public employee pensions and added public school costs are on the horizon.
New Report Ranks Cities on Their Local Food-Truck Regulatory Regimes
A timely Chamber of Commerce index looks at city hall rules from an entrepreneurial perspective.
Federal Spending Bill a Boon for State and Local Law Enforcement, Opioid Programs
But sheriffs and police chiefs want requirements put in place that will prevent states from siphoning off much-needed funds, especially for treatment.
A Spree of Violence Can Shake a Community's Worldview
The “continuous trauma” of a drawn-out event like the Austin bombings is different than a one-time disaster.
Use Trump’s Infrastructure Package to Fix Our Past Infrastructure Sins
COMMENTARY | Manhattan Institute’s Michael Hendrix hopes we’ll not only look to the new, but consider taking down the old to “reknit” our urban fabric.
Dayton Refuses to Fit the Mold of a City Plagued by the Opioid Epidemic
Despite leading the nation in accidental overdose deaths, the city is seeing economic growth and launching innovative educational programs, according to Mayor Nan Whaley.
What Trump-era Economic Policies Mean to the Mayor of U.S. Steel’s Hometown
Gary, Ind. Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson spoke with Route Fifty about the what she dislikes and likes about the tax overhaul, steel tariffs and education, as well as being sued for being a “welcoming city.”
This City’s ‘Windows on the Past’ Is Way Cooler Than Most Local History Murals
Instead of an empty brick wall, this mural takes shape on a distinctive architectural landmark.
Austin Police Chief Has Message for Bomber
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Finger-pointing after FIU bridge collapse; Utah governor OK’s “free-range parenting” bill; and Missouri rural broadband legislation.
State-Local Collaboration Needed Ahead of Opportunity Zone Deadline
While the impact of opportunity zones could be huge for low-income areas, the time is very short for states trying to figure out which areas to nominate.
A Focus on Inclusion From Mayors
Columbia, S.C. Mayor Stephen Benjamin: “If we don’t speak to that as a strength every single day, then we’re missing out on what it takes for us to be a competitive and prosperous city well into the 21st century.”
Internet for All: Principles for Building Constituent-First Municipal Broadband Networks
COMMENTARY | The way to fight for equity in broadband access leads through municipally-owned networks that follow key principles, according to Neighborly’s Garrett Brinker.
Why Cities Should Jump at the Chance to Add Cell Towers to Streetlights
COMMENTARY | In a contributed piece, the authors suggest compromises and efficiencies to ensure cities do not get left behind in the 5G revolution.
Struggling Mill Town Hopes for Aquaculture-Fueled Recovery
America’s increasing appetite for salmon could give Bucksport, Maine a much-needed economic boost.
To Tackle the Opioid Epidemic, Look to the Sewers
At a civic tech pitch led held by mayors at SXSW, innovators put forward solutions to pressing problems facing cities.
City Leaders Prepare for an Infrastructure Lobbying Push
The effort will take place this week as part of the National League of Cities 2018 Congressional City Conference.
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