Municipalities across the country are grappling with challenges related to urban blight, neighborhood decay, and vacant properties. Most cities rely on a reactive, complaint-driven model of code enforcement and vacant property identification and management. This labor-intensive and reactive approach strains already overstretched code enforcement and public works departments. It also tends to leave vulnerable neighborhoods underserved.
Join us for a webinar to explore how a shift to proactive, data-driven, and AI-enhanced code enforcement can not only improve operational efficiency but also promote equity in addressing community needs. By utilizing advanced technology to identify violations and prioritize interventions, local governments can alleviate the heavy-lifting of compliance management, target resources more effectively, and counter blight before it escalates—ultimately creating more livable, resilient neighborhoods for all residents. 
This is a must-attend session for city leaders, code enforcement officials and local development practitioners looking for innovative ways to tackle urban challenges, streamline municipal operations, and improve neighborhood quality of life. 
Tune in to gather insights on the following topics: 
* The benefits of shifting from reactive to proactive code enforcement to revitalize neighborhoods and drive equity. * Real-world examples of municipalities that have implemented these strategies. 
* How property registration programs can address challenges like “zombie foreclosures” and vacant properties. 
* Ways to integrate data and technology to streamline operations and maximize impact across departments. * How municipalities can ensure transparency, responsible use of data, and build resident trust while deploying new technologies. 
See speaker details below. This free webinar is hosted by Funkhouser & Associates in partnership with City Detect and MuniReg.

Speakers:

Tana Bryant,
Sr. Code Enforcement Officer, City of Anniston, AL

Harry Black, City Manager, City of Stockton, CA


Gavin Baum-Blake, CEO & Co-Founder, City Detect

Michael Halpern, President, MuniReg


Mark Funkhouser, PhD, President, Funkhouser & Associates