In Massachusetts, Proposition 2½ limits the annual growth of property tax revenue to 2.5% unless voters approve an override. While overrides can be a vital tool for sustaining public services—such as schools, public safety, and infrastructure—they also raise important...
Connecting Local to Regional, Building Connections to Withstand Uncertainty Communities everywhere are navigating a time of change – from shifting economic conditions to environmental pressure – yet they continue to show resilience and resourcefulness in meeting...
A CSS Coffee Talk on Storytelling with Purpose At Capital Strategic Solutions, we’ve always believed that the most impactful municipal communication begins with a story that feels real. That’s why we’re thrilled to be sitting down once again with our long-time...
It’s Wednesday and we at Capital Strategic Solutions have compiled the best grant opportunities we’ve found across all the states we serve – just for you! This list covers a number of grants that can assist you in building a stronger community! Connecticut...
Without regular updates, it’s easy for job responsibilities, and organizational flow to slow and stagnate. Oftentimes the day-to-day work required of municipalities must take priority over organizational evaluations. But eventually, all it takes is a single...
