City & Local

Community Engagement

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Diverse community members engaging with a digital screen in a town square, highlighting the impact of hyperlocal apps on local connection and participation.
Community

Hyperlocal Apps Boost Community Engagement Beyond Expectations in 2026

The WETA+ app, a hyperlocal streaming service, boasts an 11.

Derek Molina·May 12, 2026
Diverse citizens engage in a modern city council meeting, symbolizing transparent governance and collaborative urban development.
Community

How City Council Structures and Engagement Work: A 2026 Guide

In 2024, Portland, Oregon, transitioned to a Mayor-Council structure, ending a 111-year run under a Commission system.

Derek Molina·May 10, 2026
Kincardine's 'Relove Runway' circular fashion show featuring upcycled clothing and community engagement for sustainability.
Best in City

Kincardine's 6 Eco-Friendly Sustainable Practices

On June 18, the Kincardine Theatre Guild will host a 'Relove Runway' circular fashion show, an initiative by the Kincardine Environmental Action Network (KEAN) to promote sustainable clothing practice

Marco Alvarez·May 10, 2026
Diverse community members collaborating around a table with blueprints, actively participating in local governance and decision-making.
Community

What Is Participatory Governance and How Can It Boost Local Initiatives?

In 2022, Petaluma, California, formed a 36-member community panel to guide its 55-acre fairgrounds.

Derek Molina·May 8, 2026
Diverse residents collaborating in a neighborhood planning meeting, discussing development plans with enthusiasm and hope for their community.
Neighborhoods

How to Improve Resident Engagement in Neighborhood Development

Despite 19.1% of residents expressing concerns about higher living costs due to neighborhood development, over half (50.7%) still supported neighborhood changes for active living opportunities, even i

Derek Molina·May 5, 2026