Rethinking the ways cities can invest in vital neighborhoods

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By Andre Brumfield • May 13, 2021

NJ lawmakers threaten new driving tax to fight NYC congestion pricing

A proposal would charge out-of-state drivers state sales tax on top of any tolls they pay traveling between the two states and use the revenue to alleviate costs for New Jersey commuters. "We'll fight fire with fire," said Rep. Josh Gottheimer.

By Chris Teale • May 12, 2021

Amid hyperloop, maglev hype, calls intensify to better fund Amtrak

Supporters of emerging rail technologies called for federal funding at a congressional hearing last week, but existing service providers argued they should get top budgeting priority.

By Chris Teale • May 11, 2021

How housing and property conditions can affect neighborhood stability

Companies, owners, teams and players all measure success based on a goal or metric. In isolation, those goals and metrics often make sense—for example, percentage increase in top line sales year over year, or reduction in overhead costs year over year, or number of games won in a season, or batting average or bringing home the championship trophy.

By Michael Halpern • May 10, 2021

High-speed rail gets moment in congressional spotlight

At a congressional hearing Thursday, supporters of high-speed rail said it could cut congestion and connect communities, but troubled projects in California and Texas remain front of mind for cost-wary opponents.

By Chris Teale • May 7, 2021

‘We are simply not ready’ for EV charging at scale, House Republicans say, warning of China dependence

During a hearing Wednesday on major clean-transportation legislation — part of the Biden administration's $174 billion proposal to bolster electric vehicles — Republicans said the plan strips away consumer choice.

By Robert Walton • May 7, 2021

The power of local government: How cities and counties can solve our nation’s infrastructure crisis

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By Josh Mallamud • May 7, 2021

How local government can use proactive health monitoring and outreach to improve community health outcomes

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By Larry Morrissey • May 5, 2021

NYC removes EV exemption cap, blocking Revel ride-hailing service

The Taxi and Limousine Commission voted Tuesday to remove the EV exemption for new for-hire vehicle licenses, which could have allowed the company to put 50 Teslas on city streets.

By Chris Teale • Updated June 24, 2021

Miami methodically stockpiles procurement talent through purposeful recruitment

Miami methodically stockpiles procurement talent through purposeful recruitment

By Michael Keating • April 30, 2021

Lime taps user base for Complete Streets advocacy

The "People-First Cities" campaign encourages users to advocate for safe local infrastructure. The company said it hopes its presence in red states will push Republican lawmakers to support Biden's infrastructure package. 

By Cailin Crowe • April 30, 2021

New York lawmakers pass bill requiring all new vehicle sales be zero-emissions by 2035

The measure now awaits Gov. Andrew Cuomo's signature. His office says a decision has not been made yet, but the state is committed to electrifying its transportation sector.

By Robert Walton • April 30, 2021

NLC calls for engagement, proper training for facial recognition tech

The report urges cities to limit the scope of the technology and have rigorous data standards to protect privacy, but opponents say that's not enough.

By Chris Teale • April 29, 2021

Cleantech incubator part of Houston’s goal to be ‘energy transition capital’

One year after the city unveiled its Climate Action Plan, the incubator said it has 30 startups ready to move into its 40,000-square-foot Greentown Labs space.

By Chris Teale • April 23, 2021

3 ways to improve citizen engagement with Millennials and Gen-Z

American City & County Associate Editor Jason Axelrod offers insights on citizen engagement based on his reporting and on being a Millennial himself

By Jason Axelrod • April 23, 2021

3 key investments in LA Mayor Garcetti’s proposed ‘justice budget’

As the city recovers from the financial blows of the pandemic, the FY22 budget calls for record funding to address homelessness, a guaranteed basic income pilot and the exploration of a reparations commission. 

By Cailin Crowe • April 22, 2021

New York to revive curbside composting as city lags on zero waste goal

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Earth Day the city is reviving multiple programs cut during the pandemic. But the city is not yet taking the steps many elected officials and advocates believe are necessary to achieve a key 2030 target.

By Cole Rosengren • April 22, 2021

How state and local government HR teams can prioritize the “human” aspect of the job

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By Mindy Honcoop • April 21, 2021

How Petersburg is raising its standard of living

When does a city turn itself around? Is it financial? Is it an entire city’s self-esteem issue?

By Clay D. Hamner • April 20, 2021

Transportation groups call for national VMT program

In a letter to House and Senate committee leaders, the coalition said a vehicle miles traveled program would be the best alternative to gas taxes, but others are reluctant due to potential impacts on rural drivers.

By Chris Teale • April 16, 2021

New York City to roll out phase 2 of its e-scooter pilot

The city will double the Bird, Lime, and Veo e-scooter footprint in the East Bronx from 3,000 to 6,000 vehicles while extending the pilot zone.

By Chris Teale , Cailin Crowe , Danielle McLean • Updated March 25, 2022

Virginia launches statewide IoT cybersecurity contest

As some state and local governments look to actively bolster their IoT networks, Gov. Ralph Northam announced the competition to leverage in-state students and faculty at the Smart Cities Connect virtual conference Tuesday.

By Chris Teale • April 14, 2021

‘Failing’ US infrastructure needs new purpose beyond shovel-ready efforts: report

The Brookings Institution said federal investment should prioritize outcomes like equity over financing specific projects, supporting an overall mindset shift about the role of infrastructure.

By Chris Teale • April 13, 2021

California launches its first-ever statewide homelessness data repository

By consolidating data, the system aims to help inform policy decisions following a 7% increase in the state's homeless population last year.

By Cailin Crowe • April 12, 2021

Cooperative contracts can be an entryway for small and diverse companies to successfully compete for government sales

Cooperative contracts can be an entryway for small and diverse companies to successfully compete for government sales

By Michael Keating • April 9, 2021