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Oct 19, 2023

City Fiscal Conditions 2023

Executive Summary Three years after the pandemic outbreak, cities have recovered and have maintained a largely positive outlook about their…

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  • Report
Jul 21, 2023

State of the Cities 2023

The 2023 State of the Cities examines the most urgent challenges facing mayors and their municipalities. Their primary objectives and…

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May 1, 2023

Future of Cities: Adapting to Changes in the Retail Landscape

The retail sector has weathered many changes over the last several decades, but the COVID-19 pandemic was an unprecedented shock.…

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Pedestrian Zones Are Here to Stay
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Innovative Collaboration for Cities and Universities

Parents across the country need support more than ever before as they balance caring for children and ensuring the financial stability of their families.
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Rebuilding America: Tracking Federal Investment in Local Infrastructure Projects  
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  • Health & Wellness

Elevating Health Across Sustainability Initiatives
  • Housing

Housing Supply is a High Priority for Local Governments

ARPA Resources

Stay up to date with the latest information and resources concerning the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

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Cities in Action

  • Education and Early Childhood Success
  • Expanded Learning

Student Reengagement: Hartford Connecticut’s Efforts to Address Chronic Absenteeism
  • Education and Early Childhood Success

The City of Avondale, AZ Lends Support to Increase Student Engagement
  • Education and Early Childhood Success
  • Expanded Learning

Student Reengagement: Philadelphia Supporting Student Reengagement Through Community Schools Model
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  • Technology

Cities in Action: Equitable Access to City Services Through AI-Driven SMS Messaging 
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  • American Rescue Plan Act
  • Infrastructure
  • Technology

Cities in Action: Data Storytelling to Help Small and Mid-sized Cities Compete for Federal Grants 
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  • Housing

Cities in Action: Housing Crisis at the Forefront: Foreclosure Registry Informs Policy & Action
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Celebrating ARPA’s 2-Year Anniversary at NLC’s Congressional Cities Conference

By:
  1. Julia Bauer
  2. Archana Sridhar

April 30 ARPA Reporting Deadline Approaching for Small Governments

By:
  1. Michael Gleeson

Fact Sheet: Getting Started With Key Federal Opportunities 

Unlocking Possibilities: How Cities Are Using ARPA’s State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds After Two Years

Ways that Cities Are Directing ARPA Dollars Toward the Arts

Celebrating Two Years of the American Rescue Plan Act

By:
  1. President

Upcoming SLFRF Reporting Deadline: Five Tips for Small Governments

By:
  1. Michael Gleeson

2022 NLC Annual Report

Municipal Infrastructure Conditions in 2022

Local Authority and Federal Infrastructure Investments: A State-by-State Analysis