A nonprofit, nonpartisan "Do tank" that has delivered resources and solutions to 200 localities nationwide
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Had a great conversation with former Atlanta Mayor @KasimReed and former Philly Mayor @Michael_Nutter on their podcast, "How to Really Run a City," powered by @USAccelerate.
thephiladelphiacitizen.org/p…
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During the World Cup, Kansas City moved like the city we've always known ourselves to be. Our @kcstreetcar set an all-time daily ridership record: 55,973 riders in a single day! We are proud of our KC streetcar workers, whose dedication made it all possible.
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In partnership with @USAccelerate the West Philly-based jobs training program @westphilaskills is sharing its successful model across the country– starting with our Super Bowl rival in Kansas City.
thephiladelphiacitizen.org/t…
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We developed a housing affordability roadmap, in partnership with @USAccelerate to equip local leaders with practical solutions to build more affordable and energy-efficient housing. Here are a few cities leading the way:
nationalhousingcrisis.org/ap…
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Atlanta’s Housing Strike Force has rapidly emerged as a way for cities to organize for housing impact — thenewlocalism.com/newslette…
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On the latest episode of our podcast, former Philly Mayor @Michael_Nutter and former Atlanta Mayor @KasimReed welcome Rochester, MI Republican @MayorBarnett, who speaks out about Trump’s tariffs — and reveals his (slightly wacky) secret to staying in office for 18 years.
Powered by @USAccelerate
thephiladelphiacitizen.org/h…
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Our latest Good Ideas for Cities💡 explores how cities across the country are increasing housing supply, rehabilitating dilapidated and vacant homes, and fighting gentrification. Check it out➡️ mayorsinnovation.org/2025/04…
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⭐️ Update! The deadline has been extended to Thursday, Feb. 27. ⭐️
Cities in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia are encouraged to apply now! bit.ly/3DmVzH3
The deadline is coming up soon (Feb. 24!). If you're from a city in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Virginia, don't miss out! bit.ly/3DmVzH3
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A Housing Reality Check: the federal government’s involvement in housing, outsized and decades in the making, is under siege — my latest with Ben Preis and @michaelsaadine thenewlocalism.com/newslette…
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Learn more about Opportunity Zones and potential improvements to the program from leading urbanist and Co-Founder of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab, @bruce_katz: bit.ly/42cllgv
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Innovative transit leaders are using AI and augmented reality to transform public engagement and accessibility in urban planning. Learn how to use new tech to win support for projects while protecting public spaces and privacy.
Register today: results4america.co/AIxAR
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As new mayors take the helm in hundreds of communities across the country, we know that changes in city leadership can be challenging for city staff.
In @GreeneBarrett, @RVHaynes shares 4️⃣ steps to supercharge data momentum during leadership changes:
➡️ greenebarrett.com/guest-colu…
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The housing crisis is daunting and complicated by a fragmented regulatory environment, but at the local level, we see solutions driven by goodwill and ethical leadership that can be replicated across all levels, @andreperryedu writes. brookings.edu/articles/the-c…
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LIVE: Mayor Bowser Delivers Remarks at National Housing Summit xitter.twitterapi.xyz/i/broadcasts/1vAxROvBa…
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We continue to keep the residents of the Los Angeles metro in our thoughts and prayers. Today, I asked our partners and friends with LA28 what entities they suggest donating to. They recommended:
supportlafd.org
redcross.org/donate/
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In the past week, wildfires have caused unimaginable devastation across California communities.
The California Wildfire Recovery Fund is providing support—helping families rebuild, aiding first responders, and bringing hope back to those affected.
🔗: calfund.org/funds/wildfire-r…
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Opportunity Zones: A Path Forward: my latest with @rossbaird and @michaelsaadine describes how next round of OZs (very likely) should align with new market conditions (housing crisis, downtown disruptions) and lessons learned from OZ 1.0
thenewlocalism.com/newslette…
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Today, FHWA announced $44.5M in #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program grant awards that will strengthen safety and improve bicycling, walking and access to places people need to go in 14 communities.
Read more: highways.dot.gov/newsroom/in…
#InvestingInAmerica
ALT Person cycling on a path by a river at sunset with city skyline in the background. Photo credit: Getty Images.
ALT Pedestrians crossing a busy intersection in downtown Chicago with skyscrapers and traffic in the background. Photo credit: Getty Images.
ALT A sign indicating "Shared Cyclist and Pedestrian Path" with directional arrows and instructions to "Keep Left Do Not Block The Path." In the background, a person on a bicycle is riding along the designated path.
ALT Two cyclists riding bikes over a wooden arch bridge in a lush park.
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Extreme weather events are on the rise. Is your city ready? Join our webinar to learn about grants & funding opportunities to help your community prepare and respond.
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WB Director Wendy Chun-Hoon was in San Antonio last week with @ActSecJulieSu to mark @Ron_Nirenberg's signing of the city's Good Jobs Principles: sanantonioreport.org/san-ant… We ♥️ workforce development with equity! @USAccelerate
