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Santa Clarita, Calif., launches award-winning initiatives

The Municipal Posted on February 6, 2021 by Amanda DemsterAugust 2, 2023
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Involvement is an important aspect to any thriving city, yet it can be easier said than done. Whether it is piquing residents’ interest in local happenings or preparing a new generation of employees for the city’s workforce, getting people involved … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged january 2021, maintenance & operations, santa clarita, The Municipal

Unique Claims to Fame: Hearst Castle San Simeon, California

The Municipal Posted on September 9, 2020 by Ray BaloghAugust 2, 2023
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William Randolph Hearst’s request that architect Julia Morgan build him “a little something” may be classified as one of the greatest understatements of the 20th century. The end result of the media titan billionaire’s modest proposal is one of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Unique Claims to Fame | Tagged crisis management, hearst catle, september 2020, The Municipal, unique claims to fame

Roseville electric utility director doesn’t take power for granted

The Municipal Posted on June 13, 2025 by Janet PattersonMay 22, 2025
No1: Daniel Beans was named director of the Roseville, Calif., Electric Utility in 2022. (Photos provided by Rossville, Calif.)

It’s quite a leap to go from living off the electrical grid to being the electric utility director of Roseville, Calif., but Daniel Beans has made the transition with grace. Even Beans sees the irony in a move his parents … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged June 2025, personality profile, The Municipal, water & energy

Water tower mural a ‘welcome mat’ for Indiana city

The Municipal Posted on April 28, 2025 by Jennifer BartonMarch 28, 2025
Cameron Moberg and assistant Ryan Preston are pictured together. (Photo provided by Cameron Moberg)

Marketing comes in many shapes and sizes. In Rensselaer, Ind., it now takes the form of a 135-foot water tower rising above I-65. “We have been working with the Jasper County Commissioners to extend water and sewer to the west … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged April 2025, public safety, The Municipal, water & energy

Foodie cities to suit everyone’s tastes

The Municipal Posted on January 10, 2025 by The MunicipalDecember 27, 2024

Some people are wired to want more from their food than just an easy meal. Foodies – those who are attuned to subtle flavors and who tend to appreciate a carefully curated plate – seek out gourmet chefs and are … Continue reading →

Posted in The Municipal Top 10, Top Ten | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, The Municipal, The municipal top 10, top ten

Part 2 – Social media guidelines: How discernment aids local government transparency

The Municipal Posted on December 26, 2024 by Guest ColumnistNovember 21, 2024

Though helpful when trying to discern clarity amid obscurity, mindfulness is often neglected. Simply defined, mindfulness is the practice of being decisively aware. Thus, in application, before choosing how to respond, mindful officials will pause and deliberately ponder what the … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Column | Tagged december 2024, guest column, municipal management, social media, The Municipal

Social media guidelines: How discernment aids local government transparency

The Municipal Posted on November 11, 2024 by Guest ColumnistNovember 11, 2024
Backview Of Caucasian Woman Looking at Animated Stream Of Online Interfaces With Social Media, Fintech Services, e-Commerce Shopping, Internet Influencers And Video Games. Visualization Of Web Network (Shuttershock)

Discernment is a decision-making tool often neglected but essential for local government (LG) officials when navigating the challenging world of information exchange with the public. Defined by Merriam-Webster as “the quality of being able to grasp and comprehend what is … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Column | Tagged guest column, november 2024, technology, The Municipal

Top 10 Best places to enjoy turkey day

The Municipal Posted on November 10, 2024 by The MunicipalOctober 31, 2024

Americans relish the Thanksgiving holiday. Thanksgiving Day institutionalized the habit of giving thanks, having first taken place in a new land. In 1776, that land become the United States of America, and since then, the holiday has prompted citizens to … Continue reading →

Posted in The Municipal Top 10 | Tagged november 2024, technology, The Municipal, top 10

Exploring the status of Slow Streets programs

The Municipal Posted on February 3, 2024 by Denise FedorowFebruary 2, 2024
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During the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, several communities implemented a trial program called Slow Streets, which slowed traffic on neighborhood streets, allowing for safer neighborhood outdoor activities and social distancing. In California, San Francisco, Oakwood and Redwood City all … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged february 2024, Slow Streets, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

Fresno, California, guides local youths to career success

The Municipal Posted on December 22, 2023 by Jennifer BartonDecember 22, 2023
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Smack-dab in the center of California lies the city of Fresno, a population of 500,000-plus. Just a short two- to three-hour drive from national parks and cities like Sacramento and San Francisco, the lush area produces more cheese than Wisconsin, … Continue reading →

Posted in Municipal Management | Tagged december 2023, fresno, municipal management, The Municipal

The Municipal Top 10: Top 10 most livable small-to-midsize cities

The Municipal Posted on December 11, 2023 by The MunicipalDecember 11, 2023
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One-third of Americans prefer to live in smaller cities, where the commutes are shorter and there is a little more breathing room than in big cities. Such benefits reportedly outweigh considerations like fewer dining options and shorter business hours. Earlier … Continue reading →

Posted in Featured Articles, The Municipal Top 10 | Tagged cities, december 2023, The Municipal, The municipal top 10

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