CivicPulse Insights Team5 days ago3 minThe Importance of Local Businesses to Local GovernmentIn national news, large corporations appear to hold significant sway. But in local politics, small businesses are paramount.
CivicPulse Insights TeamFeb 215 minUnderstanding the priorities of local policymakers in CaliforniaPublic safety and economic development top the list for local governments, but additional variation can be seen at the regional level.
CivicPulse Insights TeamJan 313 minWorkplace Relationships Among Local Elected Officials: What Would You Do?Do local elected officials feel obligated to report a colleague’s secret relationship? The answer from a national survey may surprise you...
CivicPulse Insights TeamJan 314 minConsequences of hostility on local governanceAddressing pervasive hostility to local officials and the impact on democratic governance
CivicPulse Insights TeamDec 29, 20232 minLocal government priorities across the urban-rural divideWhile several priorities are shared across population sizes, differences sharpen when it comes to parks, walkability, and service provision.
CivicPulse Insights TeamDec 29, 20232 minDiversity of local government finance staff and leadershipFinance staff in local governments are becoming more diverse. Will leadership follow suit?
CivicPulse Insights TeamNov 30, 20232 minUpdate on local government news desertsWhile more reporters are attending governing board meetings than two years ago, overall coverage remains low.