Cobalt Community Research

Increasing attendance requires a multi-step approach that leverages strategic marketing, community engagement, and unique value propositions. It's not hard but does take some intentional action. Here are 8 strategies to consider: 1.

As national politics begin to light up national media and local conversations once again, here is a reminder of simple ways newly elected community leaders can stay grounded.

Did you know there is a way for communities to strengthen their economy and participation while creating and maintaining healthy living spaces? It's called the green initiative, and were going to explore 5 benefits of adopting it.

In 2022, Cobalt's National Baseline Study showed that residents across the country give drinking water a score of 71 on a 100-point scale. That's not a great score.

Productivity takes a hit when workers cannot afford to live in the community in which they work.

The alliance between schools and local government holds the key to unlocking a healthier economy through networking, credibility, job prospects, and community cohesion.

Parks, once considered mere recreational spots, are powerful catalysts of economic vitality. Beyond their scenic beauty and tranquility, they host benefits that invigorate local economies.

AI technologies, represented by the likes of IBM's Watson, OpenAI's GPT-3, and Google's Bard, have become increasingly accessible to local governments, offering a spectrum of possibilities for enhancing governance processes.

Community gatherings, festivals, and farmers' markets might look to be about entertainment and the vivacious social sphere it curates.

Small Business Saturday, which takes place annually on the last Saturday of November, is a day where local businesses take center stage, showcasing their unique offerings and fostering community engagement.