City

2024 - 4 - 10

How Cities Are Adapting to Climate Change and Urbanization Challenges

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Discover how cities are transforming to combat flooding and enhance safety amidst climate change and urban growth.

Cities worldwide are facing the repercussions of climate change and rapid urbanization, leading to increased urban flooding risks. To tackle these challenges, innovative approaches are being adopted to redesign city skylines for enhanced flood safety measures. From smart city infrastructure to green spaces and water retention systems, urban planners are reshaping city blocks to mitigate flooding and safeguard residents.

In a recent announcement, a city unveiled a substantial investment of over $520 million in public works projects, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure development for urban resilience. The city's proactive approach includes a comprehensive list of more than 130 projects aimed at enhancing public services and infrastructure for the community's benefit.

Exploring the branding strategies of growing cities, Grand Rapids, Michigan stands out as a prime example in the Midwest. Renowned for its quality of life, educational opportunities, and family-friendly environment, Grand Rapids showcases how a growing city can successfully define its unique brand and attract residents and businesses.

Amidst city developments, a new interim manager was appointed, showcasing the significance of effective leadership transitions in municipal operations. The City Council's decision to reinstate Interim Manager Joe Merrill to his role as chief of police while also promoting Public Works demonstrates the importance of skilled leadership in managing urban affairs.

With an increasing focus on flood safety and infrastructure development, cities are prioritizing resilience to combat the challenges posed by climate change and urban growth. The investment of over $520 million in public works projects signifies a commitment to enhancing city infrastructure. Grand Rapids, Michigan's success in branding itself as a vibrant and attractive city exemplifies how urban centers can thrive amidst change and competition.

A smarter city skyline for flood safety (Science Daily)

With climate change and rising urbanization, the likelihood and severity of urban flooding are increasing. But not all city blocks are created equal.

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City Announces Over $520 Million in Anticipated Public Works ... (phila.gov)

Today, the City is releasing its six-month Public Works Procurement Forecast update that includes a list of more than 130 projects.

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5 Ways A Growing City Can Define Their Brand (Forbes)

Located in the heart of the manufacturing Midwest, Grand Rapids, Michigan is one of the best places to live, work, study, retire and raise a family.

New city interim manager named (Altoona Mirror)

On Monday, City Council voted to accept the return of Interim Manager Joe Merrill to his regular position as chief of police, while also elevating Public Works ...

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Landscape Architects Lead Bhutan's Mindfulness City (ArchDaily)

The Mindfulness City will be a sustainable city. To be mindful is to be aware — to perform best,” said Giulia Frittoli, partner and head of...

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KL overflowing with Raya cheer as tourists and city folk join in ... (The Star Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: The city was bursting with life on Hari Raya Aidilfitri as thousands of tourists and city folk flocked to join in the festive cheer.

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Mexico City's Metro System Is Sinking Fast. Yours Could Be Next (WIRED)

Subsidence is causing parts of Mexico City to sink, and it's happening at an uneven rate. That's bad news for its sprawling public transportation system.

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I rode every cobble in my city and I found my hidden talent (Cycling Weekly)

Riding on cobbles is fun - you should try and find the pavé in your town and go on a silly ride with a club.

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New Redland City Council sworn in - Redlands Coast Today (Redland City Council News)

Mayor Jos Mitchell and 10 Divisional Councillors were sworn in at a Declaration of Office ceremony at Redland Performing Arts Centre on Monday 8 April 2024. The ...

City's Taxpayer Resource Fair to help homeowners avoid risk of ... (Detroit Police Department)

The Detroit Taxpayer Service Center staff, Wayne County Treasurer's Office, Assessors Office, Detroit Water & Sewerage Department, Secretary of State, ...

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The City Welcomes New CISO (raleighnc.gov)

Marina Kelly, a native of Newton, N.C., will serve as the City of Raleigh's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) starting April 8.

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Big city, higher pay | Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis (minneapolisfed.org)

In many countries, workers in big cities have higher wage levels and faster wage growth; Analyzing random assignment of refugees across Denmark reveals big ...

City's New Water Use Restrictions Now in Effect | City of Kamloops (City of Kamloops)

The City's new Water Use Restriction Plan is now in effect and applies to all customers who receive their water supply from the City's potable water system.

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Common Council members weren't told of city's withdrawn credit rating (The Ithaca Voice)

The rating agency Moody's announced it withdrew the city's credit rating on March 14 due to a “lack of sufficient information” provided by the City of Ithaca.

City Hall Riverfront without water on April 12 (lawrenceks.org)

Planning & Development Services will be remote only on Friday, April 12. · Municipal Court will be open and will operate according to their normal schedule; ...

EPA and the City of Lexington work to extend the compliance ... (U.S. EPA.gov)

EPA News Release: EPA and the City of Lexington work to extend the compliance deadline for sanitary sewer system improvement projects.

Interview: Beijing among world's "super champions" on Smart City ... (新华网)

GENEVA, April 11 (Xinhua) -- "Chinese cities have been at the forefront of many changes in many respects. We have one Chinese city among the super champions ...

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Kuala Lumpur jumps to 73rd position out of 142 smart cities globally (New Straits Times Online)

This marks a notable improvement from its 89th ranking last year. Zurich retained its top position for the fifth consecutive edition of the SCI, with Oslo ...

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Kuala Lumpur moves up to 73rd spot on list of smart cities (The Edge Markets MY)

Kuala Lumpur edged up 16 notches to 73rd out of 142 cities in the world on the latest 2024 Smart City Index (SCI) by the Institute for Management ...

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Singapore is world's 5th smartest city, top in Asia: Global index (The Straits Times)

The Smart City Index also lists the Republic as a "super-champion" for either maintaining its position or improving its ranking.

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