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The future of carbon emissions and cities lies in green buildings

When you envision the future, what do you see? For me, it’s a place where people of all...

With an historic investment in public spaces, Philadelphia’s Rebuild program is committed to equity in the process

Jobs in the construction industry are family-sustaining careers that have proven to lift...

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Online sales tax collections proving essential for many state and local governments during COVID-19

Many state and local government budgets rely heavily on sales tax collections. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, general sales tax collections took a major hit as businesses were forced to close and in-person spending almost came to a stop. Still, nearly a year into the pandemic, in-person sales have mostly resumed across the country but […]

Hi-tech sewers can help safeguard public health, environment and economies

In the wake of the coronavirus, economic recovery is top of mind for all city leaders, the majority of whom believe that investing in infrastructure and technology can spur a rebound. Yet current analyses indicate that we only have funding available to cover approximately 57 percent of infrastructure system improvements through 2029, leaving an investment gap […]

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Three ways the public sector can minimize remote workforce PC refresh headaches

Public sector IT organizations must find ways and tools to automate and streamline processes while minimizing hands-on IT involvement in setting up and migrating PCs

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The future of transportation – leveraging smart solutions to boost user experience

It is only a matter of time before cities worldwide embrace technology to improve transit and connect people to economic opportunities and each other – safely

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Five reasons why city managers should put utility vehicles to work

With their versatility and reliability, UTVs are the perfect vehicle to help keep a city or county running smoothly

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Bridging the digital divide by fostering digital inclusion and economic recovery

The benefits of bridging the digital divide go beyond social responsibility. There are distinct economic returns attached to getting the unconnected online.

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Learning from 2020, a busy year for economic developers

If your community is served by an economic development organization (EDO)—as most U.S. communities are—it’s likely the group played an integral role in responding to the challenges brought by COVID-19. The International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the largest professional association for economic developers, has been following its members’ responses to the pandemic over the past […]

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Designing city and county buildings for safety and accessibility

The challenge of making public buildings safe from harm is expressed right there in the name. Whether a city hall, county administration building, courthouse or community service center, they are symbols of democracy, often objects of community pride but also, sometimes, of anger or resentment. They attract gatherings for both civic celebrations and protests, and […]

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Lessons from the pandemic: Emergency sourcing of lifesaving equipment

Being able to conceive and implement new procurement models in times of crisis requires resourcefulness, tenacity and teamwork.

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Public safety needs a better way to triage emergency calls

The overarching goal of the public-safety community is to ensure that 911 callers receive the most appropriate emergency response as quickly as possible. Lives often are on the line in an emergency, and every second matters. Achieving a balance between sending the optimal response to an emergency and having it arrive as fast as possible […]

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Commentaries

Commentaries are contributed, non-commercial and educational articles that subject matter experts write for American City & County. If you would like to submit an exclusive commentary, click here to view our guidelines.

Highlights

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The future of carbon emissions and cities lies in green buildings

With an historic investment in public spaces, Philadelphia’s Rebuild program is committed to equity in the process

News

Online sales tax collections proving essential for many state and local governments during COVID-19

Hi-tech sewers can help safeguard public health, environment and economies

Commentary

Three ways the public sector can minimize remote workforce PC refresh headaches

Commentary

The future of transportation – leveraging smart solutions to boost user experience

Commentary

Five reasons why city managers should put utility vehicles to work

Commentary

Bridging the digital divide by fostering digital inclusion and economic recovery

Commentary

Learning from 2020, a busy year for economic developers

Commentary

Designing city and county buildings for safety and accessibility

Commentary

Lessons from the pandemic: Emergency sourcing of lifesaving equipment

Commentary

Public safety needs a better way to triage emergency calls

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