The U.S. is short 7.2 million affordable and available rental homes for extremely low-income renters, according to a new report from @nlihc.org.

The @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social's Community Connectors program is still accepting applications!

Healthy rental housing policies help ensure that homes in our communities meet the safety standards we all expect—from functioning plumbing to lead-free paint.

When cities invest in proven strategies—like safer street design, more greenspaces, and access to affordable housing—they're making decisions that improve health, save lives, and strengthen communities. Learn more: www.cityhealth.org/find-a-city/

From policy to practice, cities lead the way. CityHealth’s Resource Center offers local, evidence-based tools to help communities advance health and equity. www.cityhealth.org/resource-cen...

With CityHealth’s policy guidance, cities are putting people’s health first. See what’s happening in a city near you: www.cityhealth.org/find-a-city/

Casinos, bars, multi-unit housing, and other public spaces should have clean air to protect everyone’s health. CityHealth helps cities implement smoke- and vapor-free indoor air policies: www.cityhealth.org/our-policy-p...

What does cleaner, healthier air look like at the city level? In Nashville, leaders are advancing evidence-based strategies through CityHealth’s Flavored Tobacco Restrictions and Smoke-Free Indoor Air policies. www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsYK...

Everyone deserves a safe place to live. Healthy Rental Housing policies help ensure rental homes meet essential health and safety standards, including safe drinking water, reliable plumbing, and protection from lead hazards. Learn more: youtu.be/7NDnWSLnv-U?...

Millions of renters live in homes with mold, lead, and other hazards because landlords are not required to fix them. Healthy Rental Housing policies change that by establishing meaningful safety standards. www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXpP...

High-quality pre-K programs set the stage for long-term success for every child. CityHealth provides technical support to cities implementing effective, high-quality pre-K policies: www.cityhealth.org/resource-cen...

Local leaders drive change. Explore our Resource Center for evidence-based tools designed to advance health and equity: www.cityhealth.org/resource-cen...

@smartgrowthusa.bsky.social’s new Dangerous by Design report finds that while pedestrian deaths declined slightly in 2024, they remain 72% higher than they were in 2009, highlighting that U.S. roads must do more to prioritize pedestrian safety over vehicle speed.

Let’s get outside this summer! Parks, trails, and other public greenspaces help improve physical and mental health, strengthen communities, and support a healthier environment. Learn more: www.cityhealth.org/resource/gre...

As cities work to address housing affordability, innovative solutions are gaining momentum. Affordable Housing Trusts help finance affordable housing, while Community Land Trusts preserve long-term affordability through community ownership.

During a recent panel hosted by @fortworthreport.bsky.social, Mayor Mattie Parker and local experts emphasized that while Fort Worth is rapidly growing, greenspace remains essential infrastructure—not a luxury. fortworthreport.org/2026/05/21/d...

CityHealth’s Resource Center provides evidence-based tools, guides, and toolkits to help communities advance health and equity: www.cityhealth.org/resource-cen...

@smartgrowthusa.bsky.social’s new Dangerous by Design report finds that while pedestrian deaths declined slightly in 2024, they remain 72% higher than they were in 2009, highlighting that U.S. roads must do more to prioritize pedestrian safety over vehicle speed.

Local leaders drive change. Explore our Resource Center for evidence-based tools designed to advance health and equity: www.cityhealth.org/resource-cen...

Local leaders have proven policy tools available today to reduce youth access to flavored tobacco products and prevent nicotine addiction, even in the absence of stronger federal regulations. Learn more: www.nlc.org/article/2026...

CityHealth supports expanding tree canopy—especially in dense, low-income urban areas—to improve health equity and public health. Urban tree cover can help reduce the urban heat island effect and cool neighborhoods. Learn more: www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Many sidewalks in the U.S. are either missing or in disrepair, but data on sidewalk conditions are often lacking. A new tool, Project Sidewalk by @scistarter.bsky.social, lets volunteers map sidewalk hazards worldwide using Street View imagery.

Streets should be designed and maintained to meet all our needs. Whether you walk, bike, roll, drive, or take public transit, we all deserve safe streets. Join @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social on 6/23 at 1 p.m. ET for a discussion of #DangerousbyDesign 2026. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Are you looking for technical assistance on a local health policy like Complete Streets or Eco-Friendly Purchasing? Contact us and get connected with one of our expert partners: www.cityhealth.org/join-us/

ONE MONTH LEFT: @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social's Community Connectors program is accepting applications now! The program will support small and mid-sized communities with funding, technical assistance, and training to test street safety improvements and reconnect neighborhoods.

Looking for guidance on purchasing eco-friendly products? Watch this video on how to use eco-friendly product databases: youtu.be/d2FvRZBEcw0?...

This #ArboristAppreciationDay, we recognize the professionals who help keep our urban forests healthy and thriving. From maintaining neighborhood trees to caring for park canopies, they care for the greenspaces that support healthier communities.

Smoke-free Indoor Air policies reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, improve public health, and create safer workplaces for everyone. As cities continue to lead on public health, these policies remain an important tool for building healthier communities.

From @sfgov.sf.gov to Portland to Denver, local leaders are advancing Flavored Tobacco Restrictions policies that help reduce youth access to tobacco products and support healthier communities.

Everyone deserves a safe place to live. Healthy Rental Housing policies help ensure rental homes meet essential health and safety standards, including safe drinking water, reliable plumbing, and protection from lead hazards. Learn more: youtu.be/7NDnWSLnv-U?...

Cities that prioritize greenspaces create healthier, thriving communities. In St. Paul, 90% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park. Learn more about St. Paul’s investments in greenspace from our partners at Trust for Public Land: www.tpl.org/city/st-paul...

Explore our interactive map to see how cities across the U.S. are leading in health and creating healthier environments for their residents. www.cityhealth.org/find-a-city/

NEW OPPORTUNITY: @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social's Community Connectors program applications are now open. The program will support small and mid-sized communities with funding, technical assistance, and training to test street safety improvements and reconnect neighborhoods.

Are you looking for technical assistance on a local health policy like Complete Streets or Greenspace? Contact us and get connected with one of our expert partners: www.cityhealth.org/join-us/

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Last week at the @usmayors.org 94th Annual Meeting, CityHealth connected with mayors and city leaders from across the country to discuss policies that help build healthier communities.

Congratulations, Mayor Todd Gloria and the City of San Diego! San Diego is a proud #CityHealth 2025 Silver Medal City–recognized for advancingevidence-based policies that improve the health and well-being of all residents. #HealthierCities #CityHealth10

A year into new federal health leadership, a new poll shows a sharp fall in trust in CDC, plus continued support for childhood vaccine requirements & recent changes to dietary guidelines. https://debeaumont.org/news/2026/poll-trust-in-cdc-falls-support-for-childhood-vaccines-and-food-pyramid-changes

Congratulations to Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and the City of Lincoln on earning a #CityHealth 2025 Silver Medal! Lincoln is leading the way to healthier communities across the country. #HealthierCities #CityHealth10

We had a great time this weekend at @usmayors.org, celebrating Mayor Cherelle Parker and the City of Philadelphia for earning a #CityHealth 2025 Silver Medal! Philadelphia's commitment to evidence-based policies is building a healthier city for all. #HealthierCities #CityHealth10

As states and cities expand childcare access, experts say quality must remain the priority.

Day 2 at the @usmayors.org 94th Annual Meeting celebrating the cities’ commitment to leading with public health. Mayor @mayorjacobfrey.bsky.social stopped by the CityHealth booth to celebrate Minneapolis’ gold medal. #USCM2026 #CityHealth10

We're thrilled to celebrate with mayors their cities' commitment to public health policies at the USCM 94th Annual Meeting! @mayorgreenberg.bsky.social stopped by the CityHealth booth to celebrate Louisville's silver medal. #USCM2026 #CityHealth10

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We're thrilled to see mayors celebrate their cities' commitment to public health policies at the United States Conference of Mayors 94th Annual Meeting! Mayor Aftab Pureval of Cincinnati stopped by the CityHealth booth to show off their bronze medal result. #USCM2026 #CityHealth10

We're thrilled to see mayors celebrate their cities' commitment to public health policies at the United States Conference of Mayors' 94th Annual Meeting! Mayor Cavalier Johnson of Milwaukee stopped by the CityHealth booth to show off their silver medal result. #USCM2026 #CityHealth10

Cities that prioritize greenspaces create healthier, thriving communities. In Portland, 90% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park. Learn more from our partners at Trust for Public Land: www.tpl.org/city/portlan...

CityHealth is here at the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ 94th Annual Meeting, an event convening mayors from across the country to discuss priorities for 2026 and beyond. We’re looking forward to seeing city leaders, mayors, and staff! #USCM2026 #CityHealth10

As states invest in #CompleteStreets policies, residents enjoy better sidewalk and road safety. In early 2025, pedestrian deaths in the U.S. fell 11%, marking the largest drop in 15 years.

City leaders can work together to create lasting access to parks, trees, and open spaces for every neighborhood. Explore our Greenspace Policy Action Guide to learn more: www.cityhealth.org/resource-cen...