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.
In his first State of the City Address, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan emphasized the importance of unity among the city's residents and the need for a safer, more prosperous, and peaceful future for all. His priorities include public safety, mental health, homelessness, affordable housing, blight, and economic investment.
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis gave his State of the City Address, reflecting on the significant challenges and successes the community has endured over the past year. His priorities include infrastructure, transportation, education, public safety, affordable housing, homelessness, climate action, economic development, tourism, and quality of life.
Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler delivered her State of the City Address, where she highlighted how city leaders are stepping up to meet the challenges of growth and plans for the city’s future. Mayor Kebler’s priorities include housing and homelessness, public safety, transportation, and water conservation.
Scranton Mayor Paige G. Cognetti delivered her State of the City Address, highlighting accomplishments and sharing community updates. Her priorities include increasing the quality of life for residents, building safer streets, delivering more efficient services, cutting red tape for residents and businesses, and leading a responsive city government.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson delivered his State of the City Address on the theme of “One Milwaukee,” emphasizing the importance of unity and collaboration in addressing the challenges facing the city. His priorities include public safety, equitable economic opportunity, and city services that meet the need of every community member.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud delivered his first State of the City Address entitled “Always Bet on Dearborn,” where he outlined achievements and his vision for the city’s future. The Mayor unveiled a new vision statement for the community and five strategic priorities to guide his administration’s work, including Innovative Government, Civic Engagement and Democracy, Economic Opportunity and Mobility, a Green and Healthy Dearborn, and Safety and Justice for All.
Mayor Ashleigh Aitken made Anaheim history as she became the first woman to deliver a State of the City Address. The Mayor centered her remarks on the theme of “We are Anaheim”, highlighting a renewed sense of hope and optimism in the city. She emphasized the city’s focus on residents and neighborhoods, economic recovery, small businesses, homelessness, affordable housing, and the city’s bright future.
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer delivered his State of the City Address, focusing on "The Promise of Orlando," a city that offers opportunities for everyone to thrive. He emphasized the city's commitment to providing a high quality of life, ensuring public safety, promoting equal opportunities, and addressing affordable housing and homelessness challenges.
Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia gave his State of the City Address, highlighting the city's progress in the past year, moving from crisis to recovery and shaping a prosperous future for the community. The Mayor’s priorities are the economy, city services, public safety, capital investments, and infrastructure.
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller delivered his fifth State of the City Address, sharing city and community efforts on various issues, including public safety, housing, homelessness solutions, youth and families programs, downtown revitalization, equity and inclusion, economic development, and sustainability. Mayor Keller’s remarks centered around “the power of us,” acknowledging the common values and grit that bond residents even as they navigate big challenges and work to build a better future.
In her 2023 State of the City Address, Mayor Lauren McLean laid out her vision for the city of Boise while highlighting city projects moving the needle on housing affordability, public safety, transportation, and access to parks and open space as the city grows and changes.
The Mayor shared infrastructure improvements, including road paving, sidewalk repairs, and the largest school construction project in the city’s history. She also noted the importance of investing in parks, beaches, and marinas, ensuring all residents can access high-quality park facilities.
