Governance & Finance: Page 18

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    Two new U.S. cities, 14 returners recognized for data-driven governance

    Carlsbad, California, and Charleston, South Carolina, were newly certified, while seven cities moved up a tier.

    By Gaby Galvin • July 17, 2023
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    The 5 smart-city priorities in San Antonio’s new road map

    The smart cities team used a lengthy process of community input to identify the priorities for innovative applications of data and technology. Creating community buy-in is essential, the team leaders say.

    By Joan Mooney • July 14, 2023
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    $17B Hudson River Tunnel project moves into engineering phase, receives $6B grant

    One of the largest infrastructure projects undertaken in American history, the $17.18 billion Hudson River Tunnel project, has received approval to begin moving forward—and will receive $6 billion through the Federal Transit Administration’s Capital Investment Grant Program.

    By Andy Castillo • July 12, 2023
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    In the ‘brave new world’ of urban air mobility, who will benefit?

    EVTOL aircraft are expected to aid law enforcement and firefighting efforts and provide emergency medical and freight transportation in addition to their air taxi operations.

    By • July 11, 2023
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    Boston plans to offer ‘up to 75%’ tax breaks to office building owners that convert spaces into 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.Like many ...

    By Andy Castillo • July 10, 2023
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    Five attributes every government agency needs from a successful partner

    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 COVID-...

    By Doug Howard • June 30, 2023
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    Report: Labor shortage, hiring challenges persist for state and local government hiring managers

    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.It’s alrea...

    June 29, 2023
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    New $575M funding opportunity available for coastal communities to improve resilience, adapt to climate change

    While storms and natural disasters increasingly inflict monetary and physical damages on communities across the United States, coastal communities are at the most risk.

    By Andy Castillo • June 23, 2023
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    Enterprise resource planning (ERP)—Project or program?

    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.To anyone ...

    By Dr. Alan R. Shark • June 21, 2023
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    The right tools: What the procurement team needs to do when your local jurisdiction obtains federal funds and grants

    The right tools: What the procurement team needs to do when your local jurisdiction obtains federal funds and grants

    By Michael Keating • June 20, 2023
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    To recruit and retain employees, governments need to remove hiring barriers and offer robust benefits packages

    To recruit and retain employees, governments need to remove hiring barriers and offer robust benefits packages

    By Michael Keating • June 20, 2023
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    Transportation jobs are hard to fill. Here’s what works for Oregon’s DOT.

    One outreach campaign doubled subscriptions to the department’s email newsletters and resulted in an uptick of job applicants, an ODOT content strategist said in a recent webinar.

    By Adina Solomon • June 20, 2023
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    Getting the lead out: Courtney Steger, 2022 Exemplary Public Servant of the Year

    Exposure to lead through drinking water in homes continues to be a major public health issue in the United States, and while replacing lead pipes is a costly and time-consuming project for any size community, it’s necessary for the health and wellbeing of residents.

    By • June 16, 2023
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    Extreme heat is changing the structure of local governance

    For Los Angeles Chief Heat Officer Marta Segura, “un-siloing, coordinating and collaborating, and building plans with other departments” has been a big part of the work.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • June 16, 2023
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    Houston made city finance data available to everyone. Here’s what happened next.

    Taxpayers have a right to know how their dollars are spent, and citizens are using the data to better participate in budget workshops, said Will Jones, Houston’s chief business officer and director of finance.

    By Michael Brady • June 14, 2023
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    Agencies need to transform recruiting to replace retirees and replenish government workforces

    Agencies need to transform recruiting to replace retirees and replenish government workforces

    By Michael Keating • June 13, 2023
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    Land-use reform efforts could bring 135K new homes to downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood

    To address its acute housing shortage, the city is allowing greater housing density, relaxing parking requirements and creating affordable housing incentives and mandates in updates to decades-old community plans.

    By Kalena Thomhave • June 12, 2023
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    Houston, DOJ reach settlement over alleged environmental justice violations in illegal dumping case

    Houston agreed to a $17.8 million cleanup plan with the Department of Justice. Some residents applauded the development, but others worry it won’t lead to long-term changes.

    By Megan Quinn • June 9, 2023
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    Survey from U.S. Conference of Mayors details mental health crisis faced by cities

    Survey from U.S. Conference of Mayors details mental health crisis faced by cities

    By Andy Castillo • June 8, 2023
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    Dallas in the homestretch of ransomware attack recovery

    Security operations and tools are also getting a refresh as city officials rebuild impacted systems and make upgrades across multiple departments.

    By Matt Kapko • June 8, 2023
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    Affordable housing bill vetoed by Colorado governor, sparking backlash from legislators

    The bill’s co-sponsors clapped back, claiming in a statement that Gov. Jared Polis had kowtowed to special interests at the last minute.

    By Michael Brady • June 8, 2023
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    California autonomous vehicle bill advances as legislators worry about heavy-duty truck safety

    If the proposed law passes, a human operator could need to be onboard heavy-duty, autonomous trucks in the Golden State until at least Jan. 1, 2029.

    By David Taube • June 7, 2023
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    Intercity passenger rail expansion sought by 90-plus cities and states, Amtrak CEO tells House committee

    Some lawmakers made the case for why Amtrak should add service to their regions, while others questioned the railroad’s commitment to passenger safety and security and its need for ongoing federal funding.

    By • June 7, 2023
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    Keeping reusable stuff out of landfills: Organization redistributes office furniture and more to nonprofits, other groups

    Keeping reusable stuff out of landfills: Organization redistributes office furniture and more to nonprofits, other groups

    By Michael Keating • June 6, 2023
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    San Antonio-based study highlights effectiveness of urban farms

    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.In recent year...

    By Andy Castillo • June 6, 2023