PinnedPublished inCity Budgeting for Equity & RecoveryCommunity Engagement Done RightHere’s how to avoid common pitfalls in stakeholder outreach and build a clear mandate for advancing equitable policies and programs.Nov 29, 2021Nov 29, 2021
PinnedPublished inCity Budgeting for Equity & RecoveryInequities Can Impact Cities’ Credit Ratings. Data-Driven Government Can Help Manage Risks.As cities seek stable or improved credit ratings, they should pay attention to the environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors…Oct 6, 2021Oct 6, 2021
PinnedPublished inCity Budgeting for Equity & RecoveryTax Incentives Can Power More Equitable, Inclusive GrowthFor cities, a key step is to develop equity-focused tools that tie incentive strategies to specific outcomes and strengthen fiscal healthMay 5, 2021May 5, 2021
Meet the What Works Cities Certification Standard CommitteeThe What Works Cities (WWC) Certification Standard Committee comprises leading experts from a dozen organizations that support cities. The…May 31, 2023May 31, 2023
How Cities Can Connect With Residents in 2023A Letter From WWC Managing Director Rochelle HaynesJan 19, 20231Jan 19, 20231
The 4 Stages of Data-Informed Local GovernmentGetting started building a data culture is no small task. But city staff across the country know how important data-informed…Oct 31, 2022Oct 31, 2022
How What Works Cities Is Empowering the Data CommunityBy Rochelle Haynes and Molly DaniellSep 28, 2022Sep 28, 2022
What Works Cities Certification: Where We Started—And What’s NextBy Rochelle Haynes and Lauren SuAug 9, 2022Aug 9, 2022
Open Data Helps Athens Residents Improve Transportation Infrastructure2022 Certification Level: SilverJun 9, 2022Jun 9, 2022
Pittsburgh’s 311 Overhaul Sets Stage for More Responsive City Services2021 Certification Level: SilverMay 12, 2022May 12, 2022
