A Way for States to Streamline Parks and Recreation Access
In search of more revenue to fund parks, states are looking to better leverage the license plate registration and renewal process.
Next Steps for the Route Fifty ‘Navigator Awards’
Register and watch a special viewcast on Wednesday, July 13. We’ll discuss how we’re evaluating potential finalists, look at some of the common management challenges that state, county and municipal governments are facing and how cross-sector collaboration is helping to implement good ideas.
West Virginia’s Strained Agency Budgets Will Hamper Flood Response and Recovery
While the state averted a government shutdown last month, it isn't escaping the impacts of the recent flash flooding.
Dear Austin: You Didn’t Lose the ‘Smart City Challenge’ Because of Uber
Being a smart city means far more than just catering to economically-advantaged tech-savvy individuals. It’s also about effective use of technology to bridge divides in local communities.
Columbus Tops 6 Other Finalists to Win USDOT’s ‘Smart City Challenge’
With additional local investment, $140 million is now committed to the winning plan submitted by Ohio’s capital, but the other finalist cities will be seeing more federal and private assistance to pursue their visions, too.
When Parking Lots May Not Be Sound Long-Term Investments for Cities
With so many parking lots currently underutilized and an era of autonomous cars emerging, the return on investment may not be worth it.
Record-Breaking Heat Bakes Arizona; Trump Prompts Mayor to Leave GOP
Also in our State and Local Weekend Digest: Feds block Idaho dam project; St. Louis police chief vs. homelessness groups; and Utah lawmakers examine alcohol management.
Route Fifty Roadmap: The Road to Hell Goes Through This Michigan Village
A recent discovery in woods near Hell: One of the oldest known freshwater turtles.
Cities United in Grief Following Orlando Mass Shooting
Seattle Mayor Ed Murray: “We will stand together and we will be strong” in the face of the deadliest mass shooting in American history.
Columbus Puts Its Future Bus Rapid Transit Line at Center of Its Smart City Challenge Bid
Carless households currently face major mobility disadvantages in Ohio’s capital, but civic leaders hope to change that.
Michigan Sees Jump in Motorcycle Crash Deaths; Connecticut Is America’s ‘Tailpipe’
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: W.Va. paid absent board member for five years; costs of growth in Bozeman; and annoying public bathroom music.
Route Fifty Roadmap: In Michigan, Some Incremental Successes for High-Speed Rail
President Obama's ambitious national rail vision didn't exactly materialize, but important infrastructure investments have been made in some key locations, like the tracks between Chicago and Detroit.
Dallas City Manager Announces Exit; Missouri Rice Reaches Cuba
Also in our State and Local Memorial Day Weekend News Digest: ‘Blue Lives Matter’ legislation in Louisiana; Delaware vs. Zika; and Maryland’s equal pay law.
Route Fifty Roadmap: Michigan’s Official Guide to Driving Around a Roundabout
Navigating these traffic junctions is so important, the state put a how-to guide on the official roadmap.
Route Fifty Roadmap: Revisiting ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ in North-Central Ohio
In a part of the Buckeye State often overlooked by travelers passing through, you can better understand the physical and budgetary footprints for state prisons through the 1994 movie.
Scott Walker’s Battle to Cut Univ. of Wis.’s Budget Continues; More State Layoffs in Conn.
Also in our State and Local Weekend Digest: San Francisco police chief resigns; Chicago Fraternal Order of Police scrutiny; and D.C. suburb’s big fight over a swing-set.
Route Fifty Roadmap: New Hospital Taking Shape in Vacant Mall Department Store
In Ontario, Ohio, a vast empty parking lot shows signs of life through an unusual new use for a challenging redevelopment site.
Nominations Deadline Extended for Route Fifty Navigator Awards
We’re looking to honor 50 individuals and teams in state and local government from around the United States who have demonstrated excellence in implementing great ideas. Enter by Friday, July 1!
Route Fifty Roadmap: East Liverpool, Ohio
The vicious cycle of drug abuse, poverty and economic decline is eating away at the former Pottery Capital of the World. “Heroin is literally killing us.”
Route Fifty Roadmap: Wheeling, West Virginia
How do cities like Wheeling, which thrived under different circumstances, find their place in a complex global economy and attract needed investment?
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