The planning for a designated outdoor refreshment area in downtown Fort Wayne, Ind., took years with multiple partners in order to approve these areas throughout the state. The city partnered with Visit Fort Wayne, Downtown Fort Wayne and Greater Fort … Continue reading →
Ah, summertime. Schools are out, and there are events galore, including a host of live music festivals in small towns and cities. We’re looking at the economic impact of such melodic festivals in small towns and cities in addition to … Continue reading →
Murfreesboro, Tenn.’s, motto is “Creating a better way of life,” and as far as the city’s finances are concerned, it seems to be living up to that motto. The city has earned the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial … Continue reading →
Many technologies are available that aid police departments in solving cases and apprehending criminals quickly, including surveillance cameras that monitor public spaces. But what happens when a city wants to require surveillance in the private sector for police use? What … Continue reading →
Valleywood Golf Course Clubhouse in Apple Valley, Minn., is not only energy efficient and aesthetically appealing: It has one more bonus. The city-owned facility has increased revenue for the municipality. The clubhouse is one of several buildings and services that … Continue reading →
