In her State of the City Address, Mayor Kate Gallego said the city’s strategic efforts to invest in the bioscience and semiconductor industries are yielding significant economic gains for the region, highlighting how Phoenix is creating more economic opportunities and improving the lives of those living in Arizona. Now in her eighth year as Mayor, she pointed to Phoenix joining Seattle, San Jose, and San Francisco as the top four U.S. cities for per capita GDP growth rates from 2022 to 2024, and ranking fourth for attracting new corporate headquarters.
Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones gave his first State of the City Address, centered on the theme of Building Forward. He celebrated community accomplishments while outlining his vision to guide the city over the next several years. Mayor Jones underscored the importance of education as a top priority for the community, praising the city’s educational achievements and sharing initiatives that will revise curriculum, increase accreditation, and close achievement gaps.
Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam delivered his administration's first State of the City Address, which focused on building a connected city that lifts up residents in all neighborhoods and how his initiatives aim to connect residents to their city, their government, and each other.
In his State of the City address, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens outlined the significant progress made during his first two years in office and emphasized his ongoing commitment to advancing the city's prosperity and equity. Mayor Dickens discussed the city's initiatives to support youth development, emphasizing the success of the Year of the Youth program.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott gave his State of the City Address, emphasizing the importance of bold leadership, community involvement, and perseverance in addressing the city’s challenges and realizing its potential. The Mayor discussed efforts to address gun violence in Baltimore, citing a 20% reduction in homicides and the implementation of various strategies to combat crime.
Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb delivered his State of the City Address, outlining his vision for a thriving Cleveland, where every resident has access to safety, opportunity, and a quality education. Public safety emerged as a top priority for the Mayor, where he highlighted the RISE initiative, which focuses on crime prevention and effective response strategies.
Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her State of the City Address, reflecting on key moments in Everett’s history, celebrating how far the city has come and shared the opportunities ahead and the importance of working towards a better tomorrow.
Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla delivered his State of the City Address at the Mile Square Theatre, focusing on housing and environmental justice, Hoboken’s ongoing resiliency efforts, and renewed efforts to allow seniors to age in place. Mayor Bhalla emphasized the importance of housing as a human right and unveiled a major redevelopment plan for the Hoboken Housing Authority (HHA).
In her State of the City Address, Mayor Sharetta Smith outlined her administration's commitment to enhancing Lima's infrastructure, fostering economic growth, promoting safe neighborhoods, investing in youth programs, and addressing housing needs. Mayor Smith announced initiatives to support small businesses, including the expansion of contracts through the Lima Mowing Program and investments in critical water and wastewater infrastructure.
Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka delivered his State of the City Address, reflecting on his administration’s achievements over the past decade and his vision for the future. The Mayor outlined accomplishments in public safety, homelessness, transportation, economic development, housing, recreation, senior services, health, and technology.
Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz, in his State of the City Address, called on residents to embrace a forward-looking perspective, recognizing the city's achievements while acknowledging its ongoing challenges and opportunities for growth.
In his State of the City Address, Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter highlighted the city's progress and future plans, emphasizing the need for collaboration, resilience, and inclusivity. Mayor Carter outlined several priorities for Saint Paul's future: public safety, economic development, housing, environmental sustainability, and workforce development.
In his State of the City Address, Lansing Mayor Andy Schor emphasized the city’s resilience and growth while highlighting its efforts in housing, public safety, development, and helping people. The Mayor’s top priority is ensuring a safe community, emphasizing the community’s law enforcement efforts. He noted a decrease in overall crime rates and shared initiatives such as Lansing’s violent crime initiative, which has successfully removed illegal weapons from the streets.
