In partnership with NLC, the Center for Public Health Law Research (CPHLR) at Temple University Beasley School of Law gathers legal data on 15 policies spanning six themes. Across these themes, three key insights were uncovered: https://lnkd.in/gkQHTvnh
National League of Cities
Public Policy Offices
Washington, District of Columbia 25,789 followers
1924-2024: A Century of Strengthening Cities, Towns, and Villages.
About us
The National League of Cities is the oldest and largest national organization representing municipal governments throughout the United States. Its mission is to strengthen and promote cities as centers of opportunity, leadership, and governance. Working in partnership with the 49 state municipal leagues, the National League of Cities serves as a resource to and an advocate for the more than 19,000 cities, villages, and towns it represents. More than 1,700 municipalities of all sizes pay dues to NLC and actively participate as leaders and voting members in the organization.
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http://www.nlc.org
External link for National League of Cities
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1924
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660 N Capitol St NW
Washington, District of Columbia, US
Employees at National League of Cities
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Laura Dent
Vice Mayor of Harrisonburg, VA
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Elfreda W. Massie, PhD
Director, Education and Expanded Learning I Center for Leadership, Education, Advancement and Development
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Amrit Mehra
Public Sector and Nonprofit Leader | Systems Thinker | Strategist
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Firdosh Bhathena CIR
Human Resources Manager | Payroll Processor | Benefits Administrator | Strategic Leadership | Stakeholder Relations | Team Building | Business and…
Updates
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As a bonus episode this month, we're sharing a timely conversation about how to supercharge our nation's efforts to close the housing supply gap. The episode focuses on the Housing Supply Accelerator Playbook, which NLC developed in partnership with the American Planning Association. The conversation originally aired as an episode of the APA podcast, with APA's Director of Public Affairs, Emily Pasi, interviewing NLC's CEO and Executive Director Clarence Anthony: https://lnkd.in/gyPbJDm5
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Another leg of the NLC Centennial Roadshow is complete! Thank you to the incredible cities we visited for their warm hospitality and inspiring visits. Here are some highlights: Florissant, MO: Met with city leaders at city hall, toured ARPA-funded projects, and attended the ribbon cutting for a new community pool. St. Charles, MO: Explored the city, including the Foundry Art Centre, a vibrant space for local artists, residents, and classes. University City, MO: Met city officials and toured the historic city hall building. Clayton, MO: Visited the new rec center featuring an indoor water park, basketball court, rock climbing wall, and learned about the city-school district partnership. St. Louis, MO: Engaged in a panel discussion on transportation innovation, visited the new soccer stadium, and toured a village of tiny homes for the homeless. Webster Groves, MO: Participated in an inspiring conversation about community legacy and equity advancements. Thank you again to the cities who hosted us and showed us all of the work they do to make their communities great! Learn more about NLC's Centennial Roadshow and where we're headed next: https://lnkd.in/g_NsxKis
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Mark your calendar for the National League of Cities and Local Infrastructure Hub’s luncheon on Monday, July 15, as part of the Esri User Conference in San Diego, CA! Join experts from the Local Infrastructure Hub as they highlight how over 90 small and mid-sized cities, towns, and villages across America have utilized the Hub’s free resources to secure more than $218 million in federal infrastructure funds. More than 700 cities have participated in the free training programs, which include individualized coaching, office hours with subject matter experts, and peer learning sessions. Luncheon details here: https://lnkd.in/gbgxkv-t
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On Tuesday, July 16, at 2 PM ET, join NLC and WM for an insightful session on the Recycle Right Campaign. Gain insights and strategies for overcoming local recycling challenges and learn how your city can take action by pledging to promote proper recycling practices in your community. Register now: https://lnkd.in/grKsrny6
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Gunshot detection systems often fall short due to delayed alerting, lack of precise location data, and insufficient contextual evidence. Enter a better solution: integrated AI-powered audio detection sensors layered with License Plate Recognition (LPR) and video technology to enhance their crime-solving capabilities while also addressing privacy and civil liberties concerns: https://lnkd.in/gm93xkhQ
How Cities Can Pair Audio Detection with AI-Powered License Plate Recognition and Video Technology to Revolutionize Addressing Gun Violence
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Local leaders are leading the national conversation on public safety. Listen as local leaders including Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome (Baton Rouge, LA), Mayor Tishaura Jones (St. Louis, MO) Mayor Shawyn Patterson Howard (Mt. Vernon, NY), Ras Baraka (Newark, NJ) and others weigh in on what a safe community is and highlight actions they are taking to achieve it: https://lnkd.in/gKGWsmQt
Reimagining Community Safety
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In the ongoing pursuit of economic equity and inclusion, cities across the nation are increasingly turning to inclusive procurement practices as a powerful tool for fostering diversity and expanding access to opportunities for underrepresented businesses. Recently, NLC conducted a peer-to-peer city site visit in Tallahassee, Florida, to gain insights into the city’s exemplary work focused on inclusive procurement: https://lnkd.in/gHKf59D7
Towards Resilient Economies: Southern Cities’ Commitment to Inclusive Procurement
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This Fourth of July, let's reflect on how we can make our communities safer for everyone by reducing summer violence and protecting our neighborhoods. Discover five proactive strategies city leaders are using to curtail summer spikes in crime: https://lnkd.in/g-rcNYVe
Curbing Community Violence in the Summer
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From PE teacher to Mayor of Batesville, AR, Mayor Rick Elumbaugh has always championed the power of outdoor play. Last August, Batesville residents voted to secure a $25 million investment for expansion and improvement of the city’s parks and recreation, boosting kids' health and development: https://lnkd.in/gYmzimKH
How One Small City in Arkansas is Using Data to Connect Children to Nature
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