New York, NY

Municipality in New York

United States

8.18m population • $71.6b budget

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Published • 2 years ago

Cities float new ideas to address rising sea levels

Faced with a dramatic increase in flooding and land erosion, local governments are experimenting with new and evolved ways to slow, prevent, and adapt to the effects of climate change.

Published • 3 years ago

Communities invite residents into the budgeting process

Local governments are embracing participatory budgeting to drive more inclusive, transparent, and effective financial decisions.

Published • 1 year ago

Local governments turn to hotels to help fight the pandemic

Cities are renting hotel rooms to use for additional hospital beds, space for medical professionals, and shelter for the homeless.

Published • 1 year ago

New York City residents get custom emergency notifications

This award-winning emergency notification program alerts NYC residents to emergencies, disruptions, planned events, and city services based on their location and preferences for free.

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