Planning
Planning is an essential function of local and state government agencies, involving the strategic development of policies and initiatives that shape the growth and sustainability of communities. Effective planning covers a wide range of areas, including land use, transportation, and environmental impact, ensuring that development aligns with the region’s long-term goals. This directory offers articles on planning and related topics like Zoning, which explores the regulations that govern land use and development to create orderly and beneficial urban and rural environments.
Laws taking effect at the start of the new year show states diverging on some hot-button issues. The opposing directions in the states reflect a nation with increasingly polarized politics
The issue sure to dominate the session will be how to spend $21.4 billion in tax money over the next two years. But lawmakers will have plenty of other matters to contend with along the way
PwC’s report is designed to shed light on the actual and relative financial position and financial posture of states so that stakeholders will have a better understanding of where their state stands as compared to others
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A voter-approved tax allowed Boulder County to provide grants to fund equipment, station upgrades and emergency vehicles
States like Georgia and Florida are increasing spending on security and staffing, while California and Pennsylvania look to cut costs
Tucson voters will decide in March if a half-cent rise for 10 years will provide more firefighters and police officers
Is anyone at the upper levels of government considering how the current round of federal government changes will impact public safety at the local level?
Participants in the discussion organized by the Minnesota Ambulance Association spoke on reimbursement, tax burdens and staffing
City and MBTA collaboration cuts transit delays with real-time signal priority
Violent crime against seniors in America has surged by 331% in the last decade, making safety a top priority for retirees; do you agree with the rankings?
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
Learn how to access grants funding for transportation, utilities and other critical national infrastructure
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