This article advises local governments on franchise agreements with utilities. Topics it addresses include the need to update franchise agreements...

The city manager was nervous about a telephone call she had received from the local newspaper, asking if she would agree to meet with the editorial board for an interview.

The city manager wants to do everything he can to support a local school bond initiative that will appear on the ballot in the next election...

This article discusses streamlining the building permit application process in Carrollton, Texas; a response to customer frustration with the existing one...

Adopted in June 2001, this City of Leander, Texas (2008 U.S. Census Estimate population: 25,424) ordinance establishes a code of ethics for officials and employees(...)