• State of the City Address

    • Mayor Matt Turek

    Allentown, Pennsylvania

    Allentown Mayor Matt Turek delivered his first State of the City address, reflecting on the city’s current state and his vision for the future.

    In Mayor Turek’s address, he began by sharing the city’s history from 1970 forward and discussing the city’s highs and lows. He noted that Allentown had experienced many challenges throughout the years, especially as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. He stated that he has actively listened to the community and shared some of his top priorities that need to be addressed. These priorities include housing, public safety, cleanliness, economic development, parking, public health, and education.

    “It’s my commitment that I make to you as the Mayor of Allentown. I’m going to be open and honest with you always,” said Mayor Tuerk.

    Watch Mayor Tuerk’s address here.

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    Mayor DeShawn Williams

    Urbana, Illinois

    Mayor DeShawn Williams

    Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams delivered his State of the City Address, highlighting progress on public safety, infrastructure, housing, and economic development.
    Mayor Buddy Dyer

    Orlando, Florida

    Mayor Buddy Dyer

    Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer delivered his State of the City Address, highlighting the essential role local government plays in residents’ everyday lives and how responsible investments of local property tax dollars help deliver the services residents rely on.
    Mayor Tim Keller

    Albuquerque, New Mexico

    Mayor Tim Keller

    Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller gave his ninth State of the City Address to lay out an unconventional governing strategy for his historic third term, moving the city from a mindset of scarcity to one of abundance. Mayor Keller is challenging city government to work differently by removing unnecessary barriers, expanding choices, sharing resources the city already has, and making government tangibly useful in people’s everyday lives. His goals include rebuilding Albuquerque’s ability to get things done, restoring the broadest sense of public safety, and reducing the friction, frustration, and everyday burdens people face.