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WEBSep 30, 2010 · States and tribes receive $1.5B to combat opioid crisis as overdose deaths decline . As the Biden-Harris administration announced an influx of $1.5 billion for states and tribes last week to address the ongoing opioid epidemic, it...
Reporting requirements for the American Rescue Plan Act …
WEBSep 9, 2021 · Funding provided through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provides communities with an unprecedented opportunity to impact the lives of their citizens through prudent spending in the following four categories: To respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency and/or its negative economic impact. To respond to essential workers during the COVID-19 public health emergency by […]
Repurposing closed landfills to alleviate constrained budgets and …
WEBJul 28, 2021 · Among the many disruptions the COVID-19 pandemic has brought about, one issue that has been exacerbated is the budget strain among municipalities of all sizes across the nation. A Pew study of 13 American cities found that all of them had budget shortfalls for 2021, most ranging between 4.5 percent to 17 percent. With many […]
Report: Ransomware attacks cost local and state governments …
WEBMar 22, 2021 · A new report from consumer tech information site Comparitech shows that cyber attacks cost American government organizations about $18.88 billion in recovery costs and downtime in 2020. Last year, U.S. government organizations suffered 79 ransomware attacks, which potentially impacted 71 million people. This marked a 35 percent decrease in the number of ransomware attacks counted […]
New Rochelle moves forward with downtown redevelopment and ...
WEBDec 1, 2021 · Although New Rochelle, N.Y., is a mile from the constant energy of New York City, it offers a hometown feel with suburban living, parks and greenspace. The city boasts a diverse population of about 80,000 people, making New Rochelle a melting pot of generations, cultures and backgrounds. “You name it and we’ve got it in […]
The growth (and growing pains) of design-build construction
WEBApr 1, 2012 · The growth (and growing pains) of design-build construction. The design-build method of construction contracting has grown over the last decade. A look at the pros and cons. Over the last decade, the public procurement profession has seen greater use of alternative delivery methods of construction projects, including design-build, construction ...
About Us - American City and County
WEBAug 10, 2018 · About American City & County. American City & County has been the voice of state and local government since 1909. The site serves a powerful audience of city, county and state officials who are charged with developing and implementing government policy, programs and projects. American City & County is …
Municipal Cost Index - American City and County
WEBThe Municipal Cost Index (MCI), developed exclusively by American City & County, is designed to show the effects of inflation on the cost of providing municipal services. State and local government officials rely on American City & County‘s Municipal Cost Index to stay on top of price trends, monitor price increases for commodities, make ...
The power of local government: How cities and counties can solve …
WEBMay 7, 2021 · Every four years, the American Society of Civil Engineers releases a report card on America’s infrastructure. The group analyzes 18 infrastructure elements from transit and roadways to energy and broadband. This year, America’s infrastructure scored a C-. Let’s reflect on that: C- is a near-failing grade. While it is …
How the IRS is watching municipal employee benefits
WEBFeb 7, 2018 · The easiest way to do this is by establishing a daily benefit amount (IRS currently allows for $3.00 per day) and reporting it as taxable income on the employee’s Form W-2. For elected officials with a government owned vehicle, the IRS requires a calculation using the lease value of the vehicle and a statement of the percentage of total ...