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JD Vance calls for zoning, regulation reform to improve housing affordability
Vice President JD Vance, speaking at the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference, also blamed immigrants for competing with U.S. citizens for housing.
By Dan Zukowski • March 13, 2025 -
EPA revisiting dozens of climate, environment rules in ‘day of deregulation’
The agency said it would roll back a range of rules and programs, including some that are foundational to its efforts to address climate change. A new WOTUS definition is expected, as well as rollbacks to an emissions reporting program.
By Jacob Wallace • March 13, 2025 -
Opinion
New approaches to procurement can drive innovation in public transit
The lengthy process from RFP to equipment delivery can result in trains that are already obsolete when they go into service. New technologies and procurement approaches could help.
By Gabriel J. Lopez-Bernal • March 13, 2025 -
Mayors condemn ongoing federal funding freeze
Infrastructure, child care, Meals on Wheels and after-school programs are among those impacted, elected officials and nonprofit leaders said at a National League of Cities meeting this week.
By Dan Zukowski • March 12, 2025 -
The federal government ‘clawed back’ grant money from an NYC bank account—here’s why that’s possible
A lawsuit filed by New York City against the Trump administration raises the question: Can the federal government recoup grant money from a city's bank account? From a technical standpoint, the answer is yes.
By Ryan Kushner • March 11, 2025 -
Opinion
Stronger together: The power of collaborative community solutions
When local governments, nonprofit organizations, academic institutions and private companies come together with a shared vision, they can tackle complex problems in ways that communities alone cannot.
By Katie O'Connor, AICP, Jamal Lewis • March 11, 2025 -
Local government impacts of President Trump’s first 50 days
President Donald Trump wasted no time in canceling or halting many of former President Biden’s initiatives that provided support to local governments. State, city and nonprofit leaders are turning to the courts to fight back.
By Smart Cities Dive Staff • March 11, 2025 -
Recycling batteries and bulbs can help local governments hit their sustainability targets
City and county administrators can take several steps to make their communities more sustainable, including using local companies for recycling needs.
By Michael Keating • March 10, 2025 -
Column
Competitive mass transit: Using technology and data to revolutionize city commutes
Congestion pricing serves as a compelling case study for cities facing similar challenges, demonstrating how data-driven strategies can truly reshape urban mobility.
By Timothy Menard • March 7, 2025 -
Minor league baseball is helping cities hit a revitalization home run
Some mid-sized cities have taken the celebration and excitement of opening day and turned it into a year-round return on investment by building hometown baseball stadiums, creating a focal point for downtown revitalization.
By Michelle Havich • March 7, 2025 -
US DOT asks DC transportation authorities to focus on cutting crime
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy directed Amtrak, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and the District Department of Transportation to report and take action to improve safety.
By Dan Zukowski • March 7, 2025 -
Emphasizing ‘people over position’: 2023 Exemplary Public Servant James Earp
James Earp, city manager for Hutto, Texas, is a recipient of this year’s American City & County Exemplary Public Service award.
By Ryan Kushner • March 5, 2025 -
Column
Maryland launches cybersecurity training program through community colleges
The Cyber Workforce Accelerator could represent a viable model for numerous other states and municipalities to follow, providing community college students with hands-on experience on the cyber range that is needed to fill the talent gap in the cybersecurity industry.
By Steve Spector • March 5, 2025 -
With spend visibility tool, agencies can consolidate procurement efforts to preferred contracts
Having a holistic view of spending can be a differentiator when it comes to strengthening procurement processes and implementing strategic practices.
By Michael Keating • March 4, 2025 -
Opinion
Energy bills are crushing low-income families. Here’s how state and local policymakers can help
Recent research found that a quarter of low-income households in the U.S. spend more than 15% of their income on energy bills, compared to the overall median of just 2.9%.
By Roxana Ayala • Feb. 28, 2025 -
Column
Urban renewal: How reality capture data is supporting Detroit’s revitalization
A “map everything” approach uses mobile mapping technology to create a comprehensive 3D digital twin of the city that supports future planning and daily operations.
By Linda Duffy • Feb. 25, 2025 -
DOT funding priorities benefit Whiter, wealthier communities: Urban Institute
A plan to tie funding to marriage and birth rates would leave behind historically underserved communities, according to an Urban Institute analysis.
By Kalena Thomhave • Feb. 25, 2025 -
FTA postpones enforcement of state safety oversight rule for rail transit
Though the rule was effective Jan. 1, the Federal Transit Administration is postponing enforcement to March 20 in line with a Jan. 20 executive order.
By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 25, 2025 -
23 AGs line up behind Baltimore in CFPB case
Efforts to shutter the agency are against public interest, the AGs said. The CFPB’s attorneys argue it’s in the public interest to act “consistent[ly] with the philosophy of a new administration brought about by a national election."
By Dan Ennis • Feb. 25, 2025 -
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Improving Indoor Air Quality Through Effective HVAC Ventilation
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is influenced by a variety of factors, including outdoor pollutants, ventilation systems, and the presence of indoor sources like cleaning chemicals, allergens, and building materials. Poor IAQ can directly impact the health and productivity of individuals within a building. For instance, exposure to airborne particulate matter, such as that found in wildfire smoke, can lead to respiratory issues, especially for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions.
By OMNIA Partners • Feb. 24, 2025 -
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Disaster Preparedness: The Three Ps for Organizational Resilience
Leveraging Cooperative Purchasing for Emergency Response and Recovery
By OMNIA Partners • Feb. 24, 2025 -
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Purchasing Innovation: How Technology is Transforming Public Procurement
Technology is no longer a luxury in procurement—it’s a necessity. By embracing technological innovations, public sector organizations can achieve greater efficiency, transparency, and value. Whether through automation, AI, or ecommerce platforms, the tools are available to transform procurement into a strategic driver of success.
By OMNIA Partners • Feb. 24, 2025 -
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NY takes on Trump in battle over congestion pricing
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy terminated approval of New York's program for tolling vehicles that enter Manhattan's central business district. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul vowed to fight.
By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 20, 2025 -
Inspect your whole local government IT infrastructure as you snuff out cyberattacks
Local governments are often facing a lack of budget for network upgrades and/or have small IT teams, which can mean they are more vulnerable to a potential cyberattack in an increasingly risky environment. It’s becoming clear that building and maintaining a strong network infrastructure to support modernization projects is essential to mitigating this risk.
By Michael Keating • Feb. 19, 2025 -
FEMA halts enforcement of flood rebuild rule, New York Times reports
By not requiring buildings at risk of repeated flooding to be elevated or moved, the government isn’t saving money, critics say.
By Robert Freedman • Feb. 19, 2025