Portland State University, long known for working on urban issues in Portland, is now helping other cities. PSU’s Urban Sustainability Accelerator will work with local governments in eight communities around the country in a year-long effort to help them implement sustainability projects.

In addition to the overall economy, according to Fretwell, “One of the biggest issues facing the city of Las Vegas and other cities and counties is market-driven and competitive compensation system for our employees. . ."
Another issue is the aging population of local government employees.

Some great resources for considering how to make your community more pedestrian-friendly.

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