Governance & Finance: Page 23

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    Biden administration to invest $562M to help coastal communities address climate change

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Climate change...

    By Andy Castillo • April 25, 2023
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    $25B for fare-free transit? Federal lawmakers take third shot at passing legislation

    The proposed legislation would create competitive grants to help transit providers establish zero-fare programs, improve bus service and pay for the increased costs of higher ridership.

    By • April 25, 2023
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    Elon Musk’s company town plans worry some locals, urban planners

    The plans for Snailbrook, near Boring Co. and future SpaceX manufacturing facilities in central Texas, raise questions about local governance, environmental impacts and more.

    By Adina Solomon • April 24, 2023
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    Local governments can choose from a variety of sources to fund infrastructure projects

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.Cities and...

    By Michael Keating • April 21, 2023
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    ARPA funds used to fill city budget gaps, Brookings analysis finds

    Spending American Rescue Plan Act funds on “revenue replacement” allowed localities to free up money for long-term priorities, such as economic development, a Brookings Metro researcher said.

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 21, 2023
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    Cybersecurity best practices for smart cities issued by CISA

    Smart city technologies are at risk “of exploitation for espionage and for financial or political gain by malicious threat actors,” according to the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.

    By Michael Brady • April 21, 2023
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    Report: Digital services are becoming more prevalent, but many don’t regularly access them

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.When worki...

    By Andy Castillo • April 19, 2023
  • Residents in the Yesler Arts Program use sewing machines during a course introducing them to the professional garment industry.
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    How an arts program supported Seattle public housing residents during redevelopment project

    Public housing units nationwide need repairs and renovations. This arts program offers one way to ease the burden on residents during redevelopment, according to a Seattle Housing Authority report.

    By Michael Brady • April 17, 2023
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    Report: Land use policies can reduce carbon emissions

    As communities across the United States face an ongoing housing crisis, thoughtful land use policies make sense.

    By Andy Castillo • April 17, 2023
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    Procurement plays a key role when local governments acquire technology

    Procurement plays a key role when local governments acquire technology

    By Michael Keating • April 13, 2023
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    On infrastructure jobs, OSHA steps up workplace safety enforcement

    As federal funds flood into construction projects thanks to the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is concerned about protecting workers in the infrastructure sector.

    By Julie Strupp • April 12, 2023
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    Report: Less-restrictive zoning can increase ‘market rate’ housing supply

    Report: Less-restrictive zoning can increase ‘market rate’ housing supply

    By Andy Castillo • April 10, 2023
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    A helping hand: 2022 Exemplary Public Servant Sarah Andrews

    Dutchess County, N.Y., contract specialist Sarah Andrews says she has been working in procurement from the time she could answer phones at her family’s business.

    By Michelle Havich • April 5, 2023
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    Report: Concern among mayors over housing costs dwarfs other issues

    Report: Concern among mayors over housing costs dwarfs other issues

    By Andy Castillo • April 4, 2023
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    NYC launches online portal for city services, benefits

    Mayor Eric Adams said the online portal, dubbed MyCity, would make it easier for residents to apply for benefits by reducing bureaucracy and red tape.

    By Michael Brady • March 31, 2023
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    Which US cities showed ‘inclusive growth’ during the pandemic?

    Some of the largest cities were “tested” while slightly smaller cities were more resilient or emergent, according to measures of growth used in a new report.

    By Kalena Thomhave • March 30, 2023
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    Building music ecosystems can strengthen local economies and tourism, advocates say

    Efforts in Huntsville, Alabama, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, demonstrate “the external benefit of music on everything else,” said one speaker at a Brookings webinar on music’s role in transformative placemaking.

    By • March 29, 2023
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    Overcoming worker shortages in public sector amidst growing demand

    Overcoming worker shortages in public sector amidst growing demand

    By Maggie Koziol • March 27, 2023
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    Report: Renters living at or below the poverty line face a ‘severe shortage of housing’

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.When real ...

    By Andy Castillo • March 24, 2023
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    Atlanta transit agency’s $2.7B expansion program will get city council-mandated audit

    The “More MARTA Atlanta” program initially consisted of 17 projects with the first to be completed by 2025. The agency has since reduced the scope and extended the timeline.

    By • March 22, 2023
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    E-scooter bans, restrictions can leave some riders behind

    Micromobility companies like Lime and Bird urge cities to think beyond “blunt” policies that ban e-scooters.

    By Maylin Tu • March 22, 2023
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    Addressing the housing crises requires creativity, collaboration

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.With inter...

    By Andy Castillo • March 21, 2023
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    Cities see hyperlocal ‘activity centers’ as key to sustainable growth, less car dependency

    Most metropolitan area residents live within three miles of an activity center, according to Brookings Institution research. Officials are planning around such centers to help residents meet their everyday needs while driving less.

    By Gaby Galvin • March 21, 2023
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    Taking a higher priority

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.When budge...

    By Tammy Rimes, MPA • March 21, 2023
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    The importance of building relationships: 2022 Exemplary Public Servant Molly McLoughlin

    As facilities director for the Boulder Valley School District in Colorado, McLoughlin put her procurement experience to work on HVAC retrofits and COVID pandemic purchasing needs.

    By Michelle Havich • March 20, 2023