‘I No Longer Feel Safe’: A Mayor Resigns, Citing Threats
The mayor of The Village, Oklahoma, said he’d been followed home after meetings, had his tires slashed and faced other abuse. The episode mirrors a disturbing national trend.
States With the Greatest Housing Shortages
The U.S. is short 3.8 million units, with “underproduction” of new houses and rentals worsening in 47 states and Washington, D.C., according to a new report.
Cities and Towns Embrace 'Summer Fridays' for Their Workers
The trend towards more flexible and shorter work weeks in the summer months comes amid tight competition for public sector talent. "We’re seeing a strong push for quality-of-life enhancements," says one town administrator.
A Mayor Defends the Use of His ‘Secret’ Office Away From City Hall
New York City Mayor Eric Adams downplayed a report revealing the workspace, housed in high-rise building, saying he'd only been there four times.
Virtual Meetings Stymie Creative Teamwork
A new study finds that in-person teams generate more ideas than remote teams working on the same problem -- possibly because when people focus on the narrow field of vision of a screen, their thinking becomes narrower as well.
Localities Look To an Untapped 'Goldmine' of Potential Revenue
A new initiative focuses on how cities and counties can capitalize on underused public property, like parking lots and office space.
Fireworks Are Cancelled Yet Again in Cities and Counties Across the US
Potential fire risks, supply chain issues and worker shortages have put a damper on these popular Independence Day events.
4 Proven Strategies for Attracting and Retaining State and Local Government Workers
COMMENTARY | To be competitive in this challenging new work environment, governments not only need to evaluate their salaries and benefits, but also change the way they recruit, develop, engage and retain talent.
How Local Governments Are Advancing Workers’ Rights, and Why Even More Should Get Involved
COMMENTARY | Cities are spearheading efforts to pass and enforce local labor laws that are improving standards for workers in their communities.
How One City Is Adressing 911 Calls That Require a Mental Health Response
A study showed that 90% of 911 crisis calls are related to mental health in Durham, North Carolina. The city launched four pilot programs that could change how it responds.
Hybrid Workforce is Making Public Sector IT Management More Difficult
The trend toward more remote work is challenging for government IT professionals to keep networks secure, according to a recent report.
Wanted: The Best Local Government Workplaces
Engaging Local Government Leaders is accepting applications for its annual awards program honoring the best city and county governments to work for.
Why Local Action Is Important to Combat Police Brutality and Racial Injustice
COMMENTARY | George Floyd's brutal murder two years ago did not inspire bipartisan federal action. Cities have stepped up and are driving a range of reforms.
Largest US Counties Lost Record Number of Residents in 2021
Nearly 70% of urban counties with more than 250,000 people saw their populations erode last year, “an exceptionally high share by historical standards,” a new report says.
Biden’s Executive Order on Policing Could Help Spur Local Reforms
The directive, which includes varied restrictions and alternatives, drew support from reform advocates as well as groups representing law enforcement officers and cities.
Why I Remain a Local Government Employee
COMMENTARY | Many public sector workers are leaving their jobs. Here’s why I am staying.
How to Recruit and Manage Short-term Workers
State and local governments have greater reliance on temporary staff, but challenges abound. There are new ways to make these arrangements work.
How Rethinking Land Use Can Boost Local Government Revenue
Governments looking to make revenue streams more dependable should consider revisiting land-use regulations, incentives and taking other steps, says a recent report.
Why Public Service and Public Servants Should Be Celebrated
COMMENTARY | Public service has lost its luster. It's time to change that.
Federal Covid Aid is Funding a Pickleball Court Construction Boom
Pickleball is the nation's fastest growing sport and cities and towns are using money from the American Rescue Plan to build facilities for the legions of new players.
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