Topic - Community Services Archive

Celebrating Our Accomplishments — and Protecting Local Control

We have achieved important victories on behalf of cities this year on our strategic goals and in other areas.

by Carolyn Coleman

Woodland Commits to Fitness

A public-private partnership promotes healthy living and provides free fitness classes and more to residents of all ages.

Crisis Management for Cities

An unexpected event requires careful, strong management and teamwork in the face of extreme pressure.

by June Catalano

Manhattan Beach Teens Help Seniors With Tech Issues

A connected community is a stronger community.

The Paperless Office: Improving Service and Morale

Automating office workflows frees additional staff time for more strategic services.

by John Montenero

Making Cities Smarter

A few key principles apply to any smart city efforts, regardless of size or scope.

by JoAnne Mounce

Changing How We Think About Economic Development

Economic development is both a strategy and a process involving a web of interdependent factors.

by Carolyn Coleman

Rancho Cucamonga’s Kitten Nursery Steps Up

Animal shelters nationwide are inundated during “kitten season.”

How Volunteerism Enriches Communities

The small-town feeling of community that many of us experienced as youngsters has become more elusive. Volunteering gives us a sense of connectedness and offers multiple benefits.

by JoAnne Mounce

The HEAL Cities Campaign Helps Build Complete Parks Systems

Complete parks systems foster accessible, well-utilized and well-funded parks that contribute to community and economic health.

by Charlotte Dickson and Kanat Tibet