IN THE NEWS
Kansas City
“Former KCMO City Manager Brian Platt posts farewell message thanking city for 'an amazing 4+ years'“ (KSHB)
Emory University 2025 40 Under 40 Award Winner: Brian Platt (Emory University)
“$2.5 billion of new KCMO development breaking ground in near future” (Fox4KC)
“KC City Manager says city has never been more prepared for weather” (Fox4KC)
“KC pilot program uses recycled plastic bags, shredded tires to create stronger roads” (KSHB)
“Kansas City officials explain process behind road paving for 2024-25” (KCTV5)
“Free trees for Kansas City residents” (Martin City Telegraph)
“KCMO, City Manager Brian Platt reach contract extension through 2027” (KSHB41)
“Kansas City is tackling trash with rolling recycling bins and a new composting program” (KCUR)
“Kansas City saved energy by switching to LED streetlights. But it has bigger climate issues” (KCUR)
“Workers for Kansas City, MO secure Raises to Prevent Brain Drain” (AFSCME.org)
“After social media backlash, utility company Spire completes fix on Kansas City street” (Kansas City Star)
“Here’s why Kansas City officials are thrilled with this choice for next city manager” (Kansas City Star)
“KCMO making changes to snow removal plan after New Year's Day storm” (KSHB Kansas City)
Jersey City
“Jersey City Business Administrator Receives International Award as Top Influencer in Local Government” (InsiderNJ)
“Volunteer EMTs help cut response times in Jersey City” (Fox5 NY)
“6 city innovations that are powering the rollout of electric vehicles” (Bloomberg Cities)
“Reopening City Hall-- Safely” (Bloomberg Cities)
“Jersey City partners with ride-sharing app to provide on-demand bus service” (NJTV)
“In Jersey City, sidewalk kiosks serve up alerts, Wi-Fi and more” (ROI-NJ.com)
"Brian Platt Named Director for Jersey City's New Innovation Team" (NJ.com)
"Who Needs Bodycameras? Police Testing Cellphone Cameras" (USATODAY)
"The Journey to Build Jersey City’s Data Portal" (GovTech.com)