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Where Things Stand on Water Infrastructure Legislation in Congress

Arts & Culture

What a Comic Book for Zoning Can Teach Us About Public Engagement

BY: CitiesSpeak Guest

Leadership

Jeffersontown, Ky.: An Exclusive Tour for Suburban Municipalities Council Leaders

BY: Mandeep Ladhar

American Rescue Plan Act

Avoiding the Funding Cliff: Exploring New Infrastructure Funding Sources

BY: NLC Partnerships

Public Service Recognition Week 2025: Now More Than Ever

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Leveraging Urban Tree Canopies to Unlock Community Resilience

By:
  1. Brigid Deegan

How to Fund Infrastructure to Manage PFAS: Spokane, WA Offers Path Forward

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

The Flag Makeover Guide Every City Needs

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Boosting Your Community’s Environmental Impact: Why Recycling Education Matters

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Why Local Leaders Are Doubling Down on Sustainability

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Innovative Approaches to Civic Engagement

By:
  1. Christopher Jordan

6 Ways Cities Can Support Summer Learning Programs

By:
  1. Brandis Stockman

Three Things City Leaders Should Know about Planning for Future Extreme Weather Events

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Promoting Healthy Community Dialogue: Civic Discourse 101

By:
  1. Kyle Funk
  2. Julia Bauer

Calling All Municipalities – Safe Streets Grants Available Now

By:
  1. Kyle Funk
  2. Brittney D. Kohler

Inside EPA’s Regulatory Rollback: What Local Leaders Can Expect

By:
  1. Carolyn Berndt

NLC’s Research Advisory Committee Strengthens Partnerships & Expands Local Government Research

By:
  1. Sarah Minster

How Cleveland is Putting its Youngest Residents First

By:
  1. Lara Burt

‘Paw’some Contributions: Celebrating Pets in Cities, Towns and Villages

By:
  1. Jeremy Grossman

Quiet Zones: How Communities Can Safely Reduce Train Noise

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Catalyzing Biodiversity on Buildings

By:
  1. CitiesSpeak Guest

FAQs: Meeting the ARPA SLFRF Reporting Deadline

By:
  1. Dante Moreno

Designing Climate-Resilient Outdoor Spaces with Nature-Based Solutions

By:
  1. Vera Feeny

Powering The Future: How Chick-fil-A is Testing Solar Microgrids

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

ARPA SLFRF Reporting Language: What to Know

By:
  1. Dante Moreno

How Budget Equity Tools Advance Favorable Outcomes for All Residents

By:
  1. Diana Goldsmith

Innovative Approaches to Dual-Purpose Solar

By:
  1. Kelly Aves

What Cities Need to Know about Lead Service Line Replacement Requirements – and How to Fund It

By:
  1. Ayesha Mehrotra

Advancing Cities of the Future with Sustainability and Innovation

By:
  1. Catherine L. Werner

Five Years Since the COVID-19 Pandemic: Reflections from NLC CEO & Executive Director Clarence Anthony

By:
  1. Clarence E. Anthony

Celebrating Women in Municipal Government

By:
  1. Fiona Duncan

How Diversified Funding Can Improve Public Health in Your City

By:
  1. Megan Greig

5 Reasons the American Community Survey is Essential for Cities

By:
  1. Dante Moreno

How Can Community Collaborations Lead to Healthier Homes?

5 Lessons from NLC’s Cities Addressing Fines and Fees Equitably Initiative

By:
  1. Diana Goldsmith
  2. Chanell Hasty

Act Now if You’re Behind on ARPA SLFRF: Non-Compliance Explained

By:
  1. Dante Moreno

5 Steps to Support Children’s Health and Well-Being Using Nature-Based Solutions

By:
  1. Melanie Robinson
  2. Vera Feeny

3 Lessons Learned from the El Paso Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator

By:
  1. Justin Chu

5 Ways Mayors Can Support K-12 Education in Their Cities

By:
  1. Brandis Stockman

5 Steps to Accelerate Your Advocacy After NLC’s 2025 Congressional City Conference

By:
  1. Jeremy Grossman

How NLC’s Filling the Gap Tool Helps Communities Unlock Housing Finance

By:
  1. Stephanie Onuaja
  2. Sarah Minster

Cities and Towns Navigate the 2026 SLFRF Spending Deadline

By:
  1. Julia Bauer
  2. Patrick Rochford

How Two Cities Used ARPA Funds to Support Critical Local Services

By:
  1. Jordyn Taylor
  2. Julia Bauer

The State of GovTech: A Must-Attend Conference for City Leaders on the Leading Edge of Innovation

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

Update on Elective Pay Tax Credits: What Cities Need to Know

By:
  1. Dante Moreno
  2. Carolyn Berndt

Accessibility’s Role in the Resident Experience

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

How to Grow Your City’s Healthy Housing Workforce

By:
  1. Brandon Boccher

Where Does the Opioid Crisis Stand Today in Local Communities?

By:
  1. Sarah Minster

Black History Month 2025: Spotlighting Today’s History Makers

By:
  1. Carmel Jones

The Budgeting Process: Governments Find Power in AI

By:
  1. NLC Partnerships

3 Ways Cross-Departmental Alignment Can Improve Public Health in Your City

By:
  1. Megan Greig

Combatting Extreme Heat: Municipal Action Today for a Cooler World Tomorrow

By:
  1. Brigid Deegan

A Comprehensive Guide for Local Leaders on Managing PFAS Waste

By:
  1. Carolyn Berndt

Civic Pride and Spending: What the Super Bowl Means for Host Cities

By:
  1. Annie Mazzarella