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A Primer on Local Government Funds

May 7, 2025  by  Cheryl Grant
Category:  Special Districts ,  Facilities ,  Programs ,  Special Districts ,  Special Districts

Does your local government need a special fund for an investment trust? How about for capital projects, enterprise, or debt service? The number and types of funds a local agency's budget includes should be tailored to that agency's needs and circumstances.

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Using Arts and Culture to Revitalize Downtowns

March 12, 2025  by  Lisa Pool
Category:  Programs ,  Downtown Revitalization Series

Actions that boost housing or attract new businesses can help revitalize downtowns by making them more attractive, but a strong arts and cultural program can also help build a sense of community, beautify neighborhoods, and strengthen the local economy.

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Local Government-Supported Urban Agriculture Adds Equity and Climate Change Benefits for the Public

May 1, 2024  by  Alicia Bones
Category:  Climate Change ,  Programs ,  Inclusive Communities

Urban agriculture is more than just raising fruits and vegetables in a city setting: It can bring new economic opportunities, act as a small business incubator, be a source of fresh and healthy produce in food deserts, and reduce a community's greenhouse gas emissions. 

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A crowd is gathered and sitting on the grass while a band plays in a covered area at the Seattle Center

Summer Festivals and Risk Management

April 17, 2023  by  Linda Gallagher
Category:  Emergency Management ,  Programs

Summer festivals are a great way for local governments to bring people together but agencies should first undertake a variety of risk management steps to protect attendees, ensure smooth and efficient event operations, and make room for improvements for the following year.

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Growing Cities: How Local Governments Can Promote Urban Farming and Community Gardens

March 30, 2017  by  Jill Dvorkin
Category:  Programs

With spring and warmer weather right around the corner (crossing fingers, here), it’s time to start planning and planting our vegetable gardens. This blog post will explore ways that local governments are helping to promote urban and community gardens and farms, and what more could be done to bolster the locally-grown food supply. 

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