As local governments seek stable or improved credit ratings, they should pay attention to the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors rating agencies track. Leaders can show they take ESG risks seriously and drive change by gathering equity-related data—and placing it at the center of decision-making.

Brett Parson, lieutenant (retired) of the Washington Metropolitan Police, and Thomas Wieczorek, director of the Center for Public Safety Management, share insight on the challenges facing police leadership.

The principles of teamwork, diversity, and perseverance can create high-performance success—even when the odds are stacked against you.

The urbanization or “downtown-ification” of America—why it’s happening, how it’s manifesting itself, and the opportunities it presents.

Benefits, plus three steps to implement a local government succession plan