Like so many other public agencies, the City of American Canyon in Napa County faced a daunting task in early 2020: figuring out how to conduct business safely during an unexpected global public health crisis. In addition to successfully solving the challenge, the City has been recognized internationally for their innovative efforts. In March 2020, […]
Amp Up Your LocalGov Engagement Skills
In an age where trust in government (and indeed all institutions for that matter) is at an all-time low, the very future of local representative democracy requires leaders with a new skill – the ability to break through cynicism and mistrust to directly engage residents in local policy. From public safety, to city budgets […]