Author Archive
Jean Dimeo
Management
$10B Redevelopment Slated for Downtown Miami
Miami-Dade County plans to transform 17 acres through a public-private partnership that includes government offices, "atypical" affordable housing, a transit station, cultural venues and businesses.
Infrastructure
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.
Workforce
The Best and Worst States for Business
One southern state tops a new set of rankings, while another one came in last. Where does your state score among the 50?
Infrastructure
Drivers Wanted Electric Vehicles Even Before Gas Prices Skyrocketed
But barriers remain to widespread adoption, a new survey finds, including lacking awareness about state and federal purchase incentives and a limited charging network.
Management
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.
Infrastructure
What Flooding Costs These US Cities
Urban areas will see an increase in three types of flooding by 2050, which will force local governments to spend much more on climate disasters, according to a recent report.
Finance
States Where Gas Prices Are Over $5 Per Gallon
California is the only state where average gasoline prices are more than $6 per gallon, and there are five states where the average price is around $4.50, the lowest in the U.S.
Workforce
Why People Are Moving Away From Big Urban Counties
New research suggests that housing costs and remote work are fueling a lasting shift in where people are choosing to live.
Digital Government
Despite Higher Costs, Vacationers Plan to Visit State Beaches, Lakes and Parks This Summer
Travelers also said that Covid-19 will not impact their trips during the next few months, according to a recent survey.
Workforce
The Best-Performing Cities in the US
The top large and small cities based on job, wage and high-tech growth are mainly in the western and southern regions, according to a recent report.
Management
States Where the Most Postal Workers Are Attacked by Dogs
More than 5,400 mail carriers nationwide were injured by canines last year, with California leading the nation in bites, according to a new report.
Featured eBooks
Finance
States With the Highest and Lowest Rainy Day Funds
Wyoming leads the nation in the operating days in its fund, while Washington has a negative balance.
Digital Government
15 US Cities Have Housing Markets Overvalued by More Than 50%
Four of those markets are overvalued by more than 60%, with Boise, Idaho leading the pack at 73%, according to a recent report.
Workforce
The States That Get the Biggest Boost From Parks and Rec Spending
More than 10,000 local parks and recreation agencies nationwide drive more than $200 billion annually in economic activity, according to a recent report.
Management
Police Oversight Boards Proliferate After George Floyd's Death
A new report says that the growth of review boards could “reshape the landscape of civilian oversight.”
Management
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.
Workforce
10 Reasons Workers Are Quitting Their Jobs
Low salaries are just one reason for record-high turnover, according to a recent report.
Infrastructure
New Online Hub to Help Cities Apply for Federal Infrastructure Funding
The $50 million initiative will provide advice and resources to municipalities, especially small towns, through public sector groups and nonprofits, according to Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Infrastructure
How the Pandemic Changed Where Americans Want to Live
Many moved out of cities. But a leading priority people look for in their communities remains the same, according to a new survey.
Finance
Restaurants Urge Mayors to Extend Outdoor Dining Through Winter
The National Restaurant Association sent a letter to the U.S. Conference of Mayors warning that thousands more restaurants could close without support to keep outdoor dining going.
