Local Economies
Turning Equity Into Action and Getting Results
COMMENTARY | Government leaders must translate racial equity from an aspirational value to specific, tangible operating principles. Recent affordable housing efforts offer valuable examples of equity in action at the local level.
Looking to Become a Tech Hub? Level Up Your Local Talent In 3 Steps
COMMENTARY | If you want your city to be known as an up-and-coming tech magnet, develop your talent pool so you can attract investment.
How Local Governments Can Repurpose Empty Malls and Parking Lots
COMMENTARY | Cities and counties have numerous options to turn vacant stores and parking into spaces that can benefit everyone.
The Strict Drunk Driving Law That Could Become a Model for Other States
A study found that Utah’s lower 0.05% blood alcohol level reduced traffic deaths but beverage industry critics say the law showed negligible results.
A Looming Threat for City Budgets
The rise of remote work could permanently reduce the number of people coming into cities, eroding taxes and fees on everything from coffee sales to parking.
Extra, Extra! State Lawmakers Propose Tax Credit to Help Save Local Journalism
A New York bill would offer tax credits to offset the cost of salaries for journalists at local outlets, as well as a subsidy for their subscribers.
Homelessness, Homicides and Hospitality: One City’s Ongoing Reputation Problem
Portland, Oregon, once a popular travel destination for business travelers, foodies and nature lovers, is struggling to regain its tourism footing after months of social justice protests and record crime rates.
Using Federal Relief Funds to Ensure Equitable Recovery for Small Businesses
Governments can leverage American Rescue Plan dollars to help local companies impacted by the pandemic, including those owned by women and minorities.
As Tourists Flock to Hawaii, One Mayor Asks Airlines for a ‘Pause’
Residents in Maui County have complained about congestion, illegal parking and overcrowding as tourists have resumed travel to the area.
Greater Disparities to Emerge in Texas as Unemployment Benefits, Protections Against Evictions and Utility Shutoffs End
The financial safety net for the pandemic will vanish this summer, and there are two very different economic realities for Texans returning to “normal.”
Wish You Were Here: States to Use Federal Funds to Boost Tourism
Governments can appropriate American Rescue Plan dollars to help the travel and hospitality industries rebound from economic devastation brought by the pandemic.
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