Approaches
Ways to address an issue, with the candidates who take each one and the laws that put it in place.
120 approaches
- 21st Century Learning Environments InitiativeModernize classrooms with updated technology infrastructure, flexible learning spaces, improved acoustics and lighting, and energy-efficient systems that support contemporary teaching methods and reduce operational costs.
- 21st Century Library ServicesModernize library services with updated technology, expanded digital collections, maker spaces, programming for all ages, and extended hours to serve as community learning and gathering centers.
- Accessibility and Universal Design InitiativeEnsure all public facilities meet accessibility standards, require universal design in new construction, provide accessibility improvements for existing buildings, and create accessible recreation and transportation options.
- Adaptive Reuse and Heritage TourismPromote adaptive reuse of historic buildings for modern purposes, develop heritage tourism initiatives, and create interpretive programs that celebrate community history while generating economic activity.
- Adult Education and Retraining InitiativeExpand adult education programs, provide career counseling and skills assessment, offer flexible scheduling for working adults, and create stackable credentials that allow progressive skill building in high-demand fields.
- Advanced Waste Processing TechnologyInvest in modern waste processing technologies including anaerobic digestion, advanced recycling systems, and waste-to-energy facilities to maximize resource recovery and minimize landfill disposal.
- Aging in Place Support ProgramProvide home modification assistance, in-home care services, grocery delivery, transportation for medical appointments, and technology support to help seniors remain safely in their homes as they age.
- Alternative Certification PathwaysDevelop fast-track certification programs for career professionals, expanded master's degree programs with teaching components, and partnerships with universities to create innovative teacher preparation routes.
- Anti-Displacement Protection ProgramImplement tenant protection ordinances including just-cause eviction requirements, rent stabilization measures, and relocation assistance for displaced residents, while preserving existing affordable housing stock.
- Arts and Entertainment District DevelopmentDevelop downtown as an arts and entertainment destination through venue development, artist live-work spaces, cultural events, and entertainment programming that draws visitors and creates economic activity.
- Asset Management and Systematic MaintenanceImplement data-driven asset management systems to prioritize infrastructure investments, establish predictive maintenance schedules, and secure dedicated funding streams for systematic repair and replacement programs.
- Branch Library and Mobile ServicesEstablish branch libraries or mobile library services to reach underserved areas, provide neighborhood access to library resources, and create partnerships with schools and community organizations.
- Bus Rapid Transit SystemDevelop bus rapid transit with dedicated lanes, level boarding, off-board fare payment, and frequent service to provide fast, reliable transit that rivals rail systems at lower cost and with greater route flexibility.
- Buy Local and Business Retention InitiativeLaunch buy local campaigns, provide marketing support for local businesses, create business loyalty programs, and establish policies that support local business retention and expansion over chain store development.
- Child Welfare System ReformReduce caseloads for social workers, implement trauma-informed practices, improve court processes, and create specialized courts for child welfare cases to improve outcomes for children and families.
- Circular Economy DevelopmentPromote circular economy principles through material recovery facilities, business waste reduction incentives, repair and reuse programs, and partnerships that turn waste streams into economic opportunities.
- Clean Transportation and Energy InitiativePromote electric vehicle adoption through charging infrastructure, convert municipal fleet to clean vehicles, incentivize clean energy use, and support businesses transitioning to sustainable practices.
- Climate Resilience and Adaptation PlanDevelop comprehensive climate adaptation strategies including flood management, heat island reduction, drought preparedness, and ecosystem restoration to protect community infrastructure and public health from climate impacts.
- Commercial District RevitalizationInvest in commercial area improvements, provide facade grants, organize business association support, implement parking solutions, and create events and marketing to drive customer traffic to local businesses.
- Community Arts Access ProgramEnsure arts access for all residents through sliding-scale programming, free community events, arts education in schools, and outreach programs that bring cultural activities to underserved neighborhoods.
- Community Benefit AgreementsRequire developers of major projects to negotiate community benefit agreements ensuring local hiring, affordable housing inclusion, small business protection, and community facility improvements that benefit existing residents.
- Community Engagement and Cultural CompetencyMandate cultural competency training, hire officers reflecting community demographics, establish regular police-community dialogue forums, and create youth engagement programs to improve police-community relationships.
- Community Food System DevelopmentSupport food banks, establish mobile food pantries, create community gardens, and develop local food production and distribution systems to improve food access and reduce transportation barriers.
- Community Garden and Urban AgricultureSupport community gardens, urban farms, and food forests that provide green space, local food production, educational opportunities, and community gathering places while improving environmental quality.
- Community Heritage DocumentationDocument and preserve community history through oral history projects, historical photography, cultural mapping, and community-led preservation initiatives that engage residents in protecting their heritage.