How local governments can reinforce trust and quality after two years of turbulence

Well-planned public spaces encourage civic participation, strengthen social ties, reduce violent crime, and support a more engaged and resilient society. The existence of free, publicly accessible and open areas, where people can gather for interaction and civic engagement, are essential to the social and democratic fabric of communities.

To combat climate change, city leaders across the U.S. are creating climate change mitigation and adaptation action plans and turning to technology to help them stay on track and keep themselves accountable.

Rethinking Budgeting trailblazers Liberty Lake, Denver Public Library, and Minnetonka share early experiences putting practices into action. The mission of the group is to inspire and support local government organizations in unlocking the value of Rethinking Budgeting.