NLC is focused on advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption by local governments. As the voice of America’s cities, towns, and villages, NLC is ensuring that local governments are not just prepared for AI but are well-positioned to innovate with new technologies.
Our goal: To prepare local leaders to adopt and advance responsible AI solutions in communities across the country.
Watch the video below to hear from National League of Cities CEO and Executive Director Clarence Anthony on AI’s potential to transform local government.
Guiding Pillars
NLC is ready to support local governments in becoming AI ready. From technical assistance to peer networks and training, these pillars guide this essential work:
Build Local
Knowledge & Capacity
NLC will be a partner to local leaders to ensure their readiness to evaluate, adopt and govern using this technology.
Foster Community
Participation & Empowerment
NLC will help cities use AI to foster enhanced civic and community engagement and amplify community voices.
Strengthen Public Trust
NLC will guide cities in using AI and data to improve operational performance, modernize service delivery, and strengthen public trust.
What Municipal Leaders Can Do
Join NLC’s Innovation Network
Join hundreds of local leaders working on topics related to innovation, data and technology. This LinkedIn group serves as a platform to promote peer-to-peer learning, knowledge sharing and tailored NLC team feedback/support. We welcome you to share examples of what your community is working on, resources you’ve found helpful and/or questions you have for our NLC team or your peers in this space!
Learn About the AI Forum
NLC has created a national coalition of local elected officials, innovation officers, city managers, nonprofit partners and academic experts from communities of all sizes to drive cross-sector dialogue of AI in local government.
NLC’s AI and Emerging Technology Forum is a new leadership community of municipal leaders, researchers and trusted technology partners that will guide NLC’s research, education and advocacy while ensuring cities remain at the forefront of responsible innovation. Building on the momentum of our 2024 AI Advisory Committee, this Forum will serve as a trusted platform for peer learning, piloting new tools and influencing national conversations on AI governance and policy.
Invite Potential Partners to Collaborate with NLC
NLC is taking AI from theory to action—by connecting cities and tech companies to pilot and scale new solutions that better address local needs.
Questions?
Please reach out with any additional questions you may have about NLC’s Artificial Intelligence work!