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  • Mayor Todd Gloria

    San Diego, California

    Mayor Todd Gloria

    In his State of the City Address, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria laid out his vision for his community and how he and his administration plan to make progress on keeping neighborhoods safe, reducing homelessness, building more housing, and fixing roads. To address the deficit, the Mayor detailed immediate steps he has taken to cut spending – freezing hiring for all but the most essential positions and halting non-essential spending, among other mid-year adjustments.
    Mayor Todd Gloria

    San Diego, California

    Mayor Todd Gloria

    In his State of the City Address, Mayor Todd Gloria shared a clear-eyed assessment of San Diego’s challenges and detailed measurable progress on building more housing, reducing homelessness, keeping communities safe, and fixing infrastructure.
    Mayor Rex Richardson 

    Long Beach, California

    Mayor Rex Richardson 

    Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson delivered his State of the City Address, announcing a series of major actions already shaping and accelerating the city’s future, grounded in the theme “A Future Built by All of Us.” The address outlined how coordinated investments in jobs, housing, culture, global events, and public safety are delivering tangible results today while laying the foundation for the decades ahead.
    Mayor Daniel Lurie

    San Francisco, California

    Mayor Daniel Lurie

    In his State of the City Address, Mayor Daniel Lurie said San Francisco is once again a city on the rise, pointing to renewed pride, growing confidence, and progress residents can see and feel in their daily lives. Mayor Lurie outlined a focused agenda centered on public safety, homelessness and addiction, housing affordability, clean streets, and a durable economic recovery that reaches every neighborhood.
    Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin

    Cedar Park, Texas

    Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin

    In his State of the City Address, Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin emphasized Cedar Park’s commitment to people-focused, patient growth and underscored that the city’s progress is rooted in thoughtful planning, long-term strategy, and a strong sense of community.
    Mayor Van Johnson

    Savannah, Georgia

    Mayor Van Johnson

    In his sixth State of the City Address, Mayor Van R. Johnson II reflected on the midpoint of his second administration with a halftime football theme, celebrating Savannah’s strong performance during the first half of the council term. He emphasized that Savannah remains financially strong, foundationally deep, and forward-thinking, with a clear focus on being safe, environmentally healthy, and economically thriving for all residents.
    Mayor Regina Romero

    Mayor Regina Romero

    Tucson Mayor Regina Romero delivered her State of the City Address, reiterating her vision of building a safe, just, and sustainable city that expands economic opportunity, even as Tucson faces economic and political challenges.
    Mayor Chelsea Byers

    West Hollywood, California

    Mayor Chelsea Byers

    In her State of the Community Address, Mayor Chelsea Byers reflected on 41 years of courage, creativity, and community in West Hollywood, celebrating a city with a very big story contained within just 1.9 square miles. She emphasized that West Hollywood has always been a place defined by the power of personal stories, activism, love, and trailblazing. 
    Mayor Aftab Pureval

    Cincinnati, Ohio

    Mayor Aftab Pureval

    In his State of the City Address, Mayor Aftab Pureval highlighted a transformative four years for Cincinnati that have reshaped the city’s economic trajectory, expanded housing opportunities, and strengthened the foundation for long-term, equitable growth.
    Mayor Monroe Nichols

    Tulsa, Oklahoma

    Mayor Monroe Nichols

    In his first State of the City Address, Mayor Monroe Nichols outlined a clear vision for a stronger, safer, and more inclusive Tulsa, highlighting the significant progress the city has made in addressing homelessness, affordable housing, public safety, and creating new opportunities for children, families, and workers.
    Mayor Ed Gainey

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Mayor Ed Gainey

    During his final State of the City Address, Mayor Ed Gainey reflected on the achievements of the past four years, underscoring his commitment to building a government that prioritizes the well-being of Pittsburgh’s residents in every decision.
    Mayor Adena Ishii

    Berkeley, California

    Mayor Adena Ishii

    In her first State of the City Address, Mayor Adena Ishii spoke powerfully to both the urgency of the moment and the enduring strength of Berkeley’s community.
    Mayor John Horhn

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Mayor John Horhn

    In his first State of the City Address, Mayor John Horhn highlighted significant progress across public safety, infrastructure, housing, community engagement, and economic development, underscoring that Jackson’s renewal is being driven by collaboration, resilience, and collective action.