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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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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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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.…
ARPA Resources
Stay up to date with the latest information and resources concerning the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Cities in Action
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Small Cities Month: How One Community Made a Big Impact on NLC’s Centennial Roadshow
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- Ebone Clifton
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Presidential Election Taskforce Advocacy Toolkit and Convention
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- Angelina Panettieri
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How Local Leaders Can Make Community Events More Sustainable
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How Louisville Is Leveraging Tax Time to Increase Financial Stability
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City Residents Call for License Plate Reader Technology to Improve Public Safety — Objectively
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Innovative Collaboration for Cities and Universities
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Small Cities Unlock Potential with New Access to Data and Resident Input
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The Benefits of Conferences for Youth
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Strengthening Small Communities: How ARPA Funds Are Empowering Dumfries, VA
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