The What Works Cities initiative has grown quickly since it launched in 2015.
"Bloomberg Philanthropies' What Works Cities (WWC), a national initiative to help cities better use data and engage citizens, has reached a goal of partnering with 100 municipal governments," reports Kristin Musulin.
Long Beach, CA; Columbia, SC; Grand Rapids, MI; Irving, TX; and Honolulu, HI were the five most recent cities to sign on to the initiative, pushing the number over the big threshold. The cohort has grown from an original eight, when the initiative launched in 2015.
Michael Grass broke the news of WWC's milestone, providing thorough overview of the program and its mission: "assisting mid-sized U.S. cities with their data management and agency performance challenges." Grass also provides a case study of the work done by Grand Rapids, Iowa in the program.
FULL STORY: Bloomberg’s What Works Cities Program Hits a Big Milestone But Its Work Is Far From Done
A Big New Crop of Cities Achieves 'What Works Cities' Certification
The Bloomberg Philanthropies certification program has added 16 cities to its growing list of cities committing to the use of data for improving municipal programs and services.
2019 Certification for Cities Harnessing Data to Govern
The What Works Cities Certification recognizes cities across the country using data to inform local governance.
Los Angeles Leads Nine Cities Earning 'What Works Cities' Certification
Bloomberg Philanthropies recognized nine cities leading the trend toward better use of data in city governance practices.
Planetizen Federal Action Tracker
A weekly monitor of how Trump’s orders and actions are impacting planners and planning in America.
Chicago’s Ghost Rails
Just beneath the surface of the modern city lie the remnants of its expansive early 20th-century streetcar system.
San Antonio and Austin are Fusing Into one Massive Megaregion
The region spanning the two central Texas cities is growing fast, posing challenges for local infrastructure and water supplies.
Since Zion's Shuttles Went Electric “The Smog is Gone”
Visitors to Zion National Park can enjoy the canyon via the nation’s first fully electric park shuttle system.
Trump Distributing DOT Safety Funds at 1/10 Rate of Biden
Funds for Safe Streets and other transportation safety and equity programs are being held up by administrative reviews and conflicts with the Trump administration’s priorities.
German Cities Subsidize Taxis for Women Amid Wave of Violence
Free or low-cost taxi rides can help women navigate cities more safely, but critics say the programs don't address the root causes of violence against women.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
planning NEXT
Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners
Mpact (founded as Rail~Volution)
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
City of Portland
City of Laramie