Features

Jul-Aug 2022

Leveraging 3D Technology for Improved Community Infrastructure

Designers today use tools such as Revit computer software and 3D CAD (computer-aided design) for 3D modeling of design components…

Jul-Aug 2022

Constitutional Law: Make Sure Your City’s Regulations Don’t Bark Up the Wrong Tree

A recent court decision in Michigan provides insight on the constitutional limits of all local tree regulations.

Jul-Aug 2022

Wiersum: An Optimistic Leader for All Cities

Brad Wiersum is leaving the LMC Board and intends to continue with public service beyond his own hometown, where he…

May-Jun 2022

Your Residents Are Talking. Are You Listening?

The Town Hall and Constituent Conversations are great ways to help build trust. But what about when you’re in the…

May-Jun 2022

Growing in Cultural Agility

Cultural agility is a leadership skill that allows for more authentic community engagement.

May-Jun 2022

Bad News, Good Views: Municipal Investments in a Rising Rate Environment

The difficult municipal investment environment has been compounded by the rapid rise in interest rates through the last quarter of…

May-Jun 2022

4 Reasons to Use Cooperative Purchasing

Local government staff are using cooperative purchasing twice as much today as they did in 2010 and that number continues…