Governance & Finance: Page 11

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    $50B in transit ballot measures riding on November election

    Support for voter-approved transit funding has been strong. Transit agencies and advocates shared their stories at a recent American Public Transportation Association conference.

    By • Oct. 8, 2024
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    Expert: Internal combustion engines will be propelling fleet vehicles for many years to come

    Public-sector fleet managers may want to consider delaying replacing their internal-combustion-engine (ICE) vehicles with electric vehicles/trucks (EVs) says Randall Taylor, CEO of The Fuel Ox, a global provider of fuel treatments and lubricants. For more than 10 years Taylor has led daily operations at the firm, which helps consumers and fleet managers reduce their footprint on the environment with bio-based, eco-friendly and almost completely toxin-free products.

    By Michael Keating • Oct. 2, 2024
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    2025’s top smart city conferences

    Smart city technology, housing, climate action, transportation, public safety and more take center stage at events in 2025.

    By • Updated June 27, 2025
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    States and tribes receive $1.5B to combat opioid crisis as overdose deaths decline

    As the Biden-Harris administration announced an influx of $1.5 billion for states and tribes last week to address the ongoing opioid epidemic, it had promising data to highlight.

    By • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Everyone, including top leaders, need to be on-board when agencies install new technology

    New systems installations need to go smoothly, says Steve Witt, director of public sector at Nintex, a global provider of process and workflow automation software with clients that include public sector entities, including the U.S. Department of Defense, city of Denver, the federal Veterans Administration and the U.S. Air Force. Go to the following link for information on Nintex’s work with governments.

    By Michael Keating • Sept. 27, 2024
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    How a 2nd Trump administration could ‘jeopardize’ Inflation Reduction Act climate funds

    If elected, could Donald Trump claw back or withhold funds from communities? Experts from Columbia University’s Sabin Center for Climate Change Law offer insight.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Sept. 19, 2024
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    Governments need to plan for the entire product lifecycle when they purchase technology today

    When they buy technology, cities and counties will often face multiple issues, says Dean Cunningham, segment development manager, Public Safety at Axis Communications, a company that produces network cameras, access control systems, network audio devices and other IP networking solutions for physical security and video surveillance applications. The firm offers solutions for cities, other governments and corrections.

    By Michael Keating • Sept. 18, 2024
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    Opinion

    Cleveland’s new strategic plan focuses on making city government work better

    As Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb stepped onto the Music Hall stage in the city’s Public Auditorium on March 5, 2024, it was hard not to lose your place on the continuum of past, present and future.

    By Andrew Kleine • Sept. 11, 2024
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    How city governments can navigate the fiscal cliff

    How city governments can navigate the fiscal cliff

    By Abhi Nemani • Aug. 28, 2024
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    Saving the planet through procurement: Governments are identifying ways to use purchasing to achieve and support sustainability goals

    Saving the planet through procurement: Governments are identifying ways to use purchasing to achieve and support sustainability goals

    By Tammy Rimes, MPA • Aug. 28, 2024
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    Landscape maintenance supplies and equipment are often near the top of local government shopping lists

    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.City and c...

    By Michael Keating • Aug. 27, 2024
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    How government agencies can successfully implement modernization 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.For state ...

    By Pat Aguilar • Aug. 22, 2024
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    Opinion

    Justice40: Getting federal funds to communities that need it most

    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.President Bide...

    By Laurie Mazur • Aug. 19, 2024
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    Federal watchdog urges EPA to develop comprehensive cyber strategy to protect water systems

    The report comes amid a rise in malicious cyberthreats from state-linked and criminal hackers targeting U.S. drinking water and water treatment facilities. 

    By David Jones • Aug. 8, 2024
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    Opinion

    Congestion pricing alone won’t solve New York’s traffic problem

    Car-free streets, dedicated bus lanes, lower speed limits and variable toll pricing are among other cities' strategies for success, says TomTom's VP for traffic and travel information.

    By Ralf-Peter Schäfer • Aug. 6, 2024
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    Some US DOT equity performance goals lack clarity, accuracy, reliability: GAO report

    Actions the Transportation Department could take to better assess its progress on equity goals were among the report's recommendations.

    By • Aug. 5, 2024
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    For cities and counties, it makes good economic sense to keep pavement surfaces in good repair

    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.Motorists ...

    By Michael Keating • July 31, 2024
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    As California moves to clear homeless encampments, it’s encouraging local governments to follow suit

    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.California...

    By • July 29, 2024
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    To ensure a level playing field, uniformity and consistency are important when interviewing job candidates

    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.Local gove...

    By Michael Keating • July 25, 2024
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    Economic development a top priority for mayors, National League of Cities says

    For the first time in the NLC report’s 11-year history, housing is one of the top three themes among the 50 mayoral addresses analyzed. 

    By Ysabelle Kempe • July 25, 2024
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    The impact of rising property taxes on communities

    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.The rise o...

    By Niko Spyridonos • July 22, 2024
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    To keep workers and citizens safe, government leaders need to pinpoint where there are hazards

    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 loca...

    By Michael Keating • July 22, 2024
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    US mayors react to Biden’s election dropout

    President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he is ending his reelection campaign. “He worked hand in hand with us to deliver some of the most consequential legislation for cities,” one mayor said.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • July 22, 2024
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    US House appropriations bill would slash DOT grants by $2B in FY2025

    House Republicans set out their priorities for transportation funding but acknowledge that the November election’s outcome will likely decide future spending.

    By • July 22, 2024
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    U.S. cities are raising climate ambition through subnational diplomacy

    U.S. cities join a global movement to push for stronger local involvement in national climate plans.

    By Barbara Riedemann • July 22, 2024