In 2021, Baltimore received $641 million through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a federal funding initiative introduced to address the economic and public health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Baltimore allocated 10.3%—approximately $61 million—of these funds to public safety. Notably,
Safety net hospitals play a crucial role in promoting health equity, particularly in marginalized and underserved communities. These hospitals provide essential services, including behavioral health care and trauma care, to populations that might otherwise lack access to such care. Despite their
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of Jammu and Kashmir held a crucial meeting that emphasized the adoption of a holistic and sustainable urban development approach to enhance the quality of life for urban residents. The meeting, which took place at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar, reviewed the
The rise of decentralized data storage solutions offers an intriguing alternative to traditional data management systems, particularly for public services. Decentralized data storage relies on a distributed architecture, enhancing security, accessibility, and resilience. In this collection, we
In a significant move towards enhancing community infrastructure, the Boone County Commission has approved a $2.5 million funding agreement with the state of Missouri for the construction of a public safety childcare center. This facility will be the first of its kind in the nation, designed
Kansas City, Kansas, has found itself enmeshed in a complex issue surrounding the Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) fee that appears on its residents' utility bills. The promise was clear: the unpopular fee would be removed by October 1, 2024. However, as that date approaches, the fee remains,
