Flagship nlc Reports

City Fiscal Conditions 2024
In its 39th year, City Fiscal Conditions provides a comprehensive analysis of the financial health of municipalities across the United…

State of the Cities 2024
The annual State of the Cities report encapsulates the challenges cities, towns and villages face and the innovative solutions that…

Local Authority and Emerging Technology: A State-by-State Analysis
Since its inception nine years ago, the annual state-by-state analysis report has served as a research partnership between NLC and…
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ARPA Resources
Stay up to date with the latest information and resources concerning the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Topics

How Diversified Funding Can Improve Public Health in Your City

- Megan Greig

5 Reasons the American Community Survey is Essential for Cities

- Dante Moreno

How Can Community Collaborations Lead to Healthier Homes?

5 Lessons from NLC’s Cities Addressing Fines and Fees Equitably Initiative
By:
- Diana Goldsmith
- Chanell Hasty

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

- Dante Moreno

5 Steps to Support Children’s Health and Well-Being Using Nature-Based Solutions
By:
- Melanie Robinson
- Vera Feeny

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

- Justin Chu

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

- Brandis Stockman

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

- Jeremy Grossman

How NLC’s Filling the Gap Tool Helps Communities Unlock Housing Finance
By:
- Stephanie Onuaja
- Sarah Minster