Beyond the To-Do List: Helping Communities Plan Ahead

Beyond the To-Do List: Helping Communities Plan Ahead

Municipal government rarely suffers from a shortage of things to do. Finding the time, funding, and people to do them is another matter. October is National Community Planning Month, making it a good time to consider how communities turn a growing list of needs into a...
Employee Spotlight: Senior Project Manager, Michael McGovern

Employee Spotlight: Senior Project Manager, Michael McGovern

Senior Project Manager | Capital Strategic Solutions Strong municipal leadership requires the ability to balance financial stewardship, strategic planning, economic development, and community engagement. At Capital Strategic Solutions, those qualities are exemplified...
Grant Watch Wednesday

Grant Watch Wednesday

State & Local Funding Opportunities This week’s Grant Watch Wednesday features a mix of federal and state funding opportunities supporting public safety, transportation resilience, climate and energy initiatives, water infrastructure, forestry, economic...
ARPA Funds Remaining? Don’t Assume They Have to Go Back 

ARPA Funds Remaining? Don’t Assume They Have to Go Back 

With the December 31, 2026, ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) expenditure deadline approaching, municipalities should be taking a close look at every remaining ARPA balance. Projects come in under budget. Contracts change. Final costs are lower than...