Mayor Jon Mitchell spotlighted New Bedford’s continued growth and progress in his State of the City Address, sharing updates on the port, parks and recreation, transportation, public safety, education, economic development, and housing. The Mayor highlighted several successes over the past year, including investments in public safety that continue to make a positive difference in the quality of life for New Bedford residents. In 2024, not only did crime continue to decrease, but also the incidence of structure fires. In the last decade, violent crime has dropped by 58%.
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell delivered his State of the City Address, outlining a broad set of priorities across public safety, housing, education, infrastructure, economic development, and the city’s fiscal outlook, while emphasizing a vision to lay the foundation for a thriving city at the center of a vibrant region.
Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz delivered his State of the City Address, themed around people and businesses choosing Toledo and centered on a singular North Star goal of growing the city’s population to 300,000 residents by 2045, the year Toledo will host the U.S. Open at Inverness Club.
Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson delivered her State of the City Address, focused on building a thriving community where everyone can belong, outlining priorities across infrastructure, community safety, housing, street homelessness, and economic development. She emphasized a governing philosophy rooted in listening, discernment, leadership, and delivery, with a focus on collaboration and results.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield delivered her first State of the City Address, outlining a vision centered on lowering the cost of living, expanding homeownership, investing in families, and improving city services. She framed her agenda around making Detroit a more affordable, safer, and more opportunity-filled city, with a focus on growing population, supporting working families, and strengthening neighborhoods.
Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith delivered her State of the City Address in a new format, transforming her traditional remarks into a community-centered conversation that brought residents, city leaders, and local partners together to answer the questions that matter most. Her address was built around questions submitted by residents, covering topics including public safety, infrastructure, housing, economic development, and family stability.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson delivered his State of the City Address under the theme “The Year of Housing,” centered on a simple belief that everything begins at home. He framed his agenda around three core priorities: housing affordability, housing availability, and housing quality, emphasizing that safe and stable homes are foundational to strong families, neighborhoods, and a thriving city.
Mayor Andy Schor delivered his State of the City Address in a new talk-show-style format, “The Lansing Show,” turning his remarks into a conversation centered on progress and the people behind it. Framed around creating “a Lansing for the future,” he highlighted key priorities including housing, tourism, economic development, infrastructure, community investments, public safety, and city services.
Mayor John Ewing, Jr., in his first State of the City Address, outlined a vision centered on the theme “One Omaha” and declared 2026 the “Year of the Neighbor”. His address focused on uniting the city through civic engagement, public-private partnerships, and a strategic “leveling up” of city services and infrastructure.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens delivered his State of the City Address with a clear message: the city is strong because Atlanta has committed to the “Group Project.” Reflecting on the past four years, he emphasized that the city has invested in its people and neighborhoods and delivered real results, showing what is possible when partners across government, business, and the community work together.
Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther delivered his State of the City Address, reflecting on the community's progress and outlining priorities for the year ahead. His remarks highlighted key initiatives, partnerships, and investments that support the city's residents and neighborhoods in their growth, safety, and prosperity.
Mayor Larry Agran delivered his State of the City Address, reaffirming a continued commitment to ensuring Irvine is America’s safest, smartest, greenest, healthiest, and kindest city. Throughout his address, he highlighted efforts to expand access to health and wellness services, address food insecurity and the need for affordable housing, support a thriving business community, and ensure the city remains a welcome, inviting community for all.
Lorain Mayor Jack Bradley delivered his State of the City Address outlining a forward-looking vision for economic growth, fiscal discipline, public safety, environmental leadership, and neighborhood revitalization. The Mayor emphasized that Lorain’s progress is grounded in responsible governance, strategic investment, and strong collaboration across local, state, and federal levels.
