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  • Mayor Eileen Higgins

    Miami, Florida

    Mayor Eileen Higgins

    Mayor Eileen Higgins delivered her first State of the City Address just over a month into her tenure, speaking directly to residents about the city’s current moment and the work ahead. She highlighted early priorities and initial accomplishments, emphasizing a commitment to listening, cutting red tape, and building a city government that works more effectively for the people it serves.
    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.
    Mayor Kevin McCarthy

    Sacramento, California

    Mayor Kevin McCarthy

    Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty delivered his first State of the City Address, reflecting on his first ten months in office and outlining his priorities moving forward. Mayor McCarty’s priorities include homelessness, housing, youth, and public safety.
    Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird

    Lincoln, Nebraska

    Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird

    In her State of the City Address, Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird highlighted significant gains in affordable housing, workforce development, and infrastructure, outlining how Lincoln’s investments are delivering an even better quality of life for residents.
    Mayor Dean Trantalis

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida

    Mayor Dean Trantalis

    Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis gave his State of the City Address, sharing updates on how the city is building a bolder, brighter future. His priorities include public safety, parks and public spaces, the beachfront, economic development, infrastructure, sustainability, waterways, traffic and transportation, and homelessness.
    Mayor Michael Owens

    Mableton, Georgia

    Mayor Michael Owens

    Mableton Mayor Michael Owens made history as hundreds gathered for the community’s inaugural State of the City Address, a defining moment for Georgia’s newest and largest city in Cobb County. His address celebrated the community’s journey from a Census-designated place to a thriving municipality.
    Mayor Tim Keller

    Albuquerque, New Mexico

    Mayor Tim Keller

    Mayor Tim Keller delivered his State of the City Address, laying out a bold vision for Albuquerque’s future, while also highlighting the real results of years of focused, transformational work.
    Mayor Buddy Dyer

    Orlando, Florida

    Mayor Buddy Dyer

    During his State of the City Address, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer celebrated 150 years of progress fueled by a legacy of reinvention. The address highlighted how Orlando’s past continues to fuel its transformation into a model city, turning challenges into opportunities in areas such as housing choices, sustainable growth, fiscal responsibility, and future mobility.