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Mayor Steven L. Reed announces Montgomery’s selection as one of the 25 U.S. cities to take part in the prestigious Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities initiative. The groundbreaking program, launched by Bloomberg Philanthropies, aims to empower cities to proactively build low-carbon, resilient, and economically thriving communities.
“This selection is a testament to our community’s resilience, innovation, and determination to build a sustainable future for all of our residents,” said Mayor Steven L. Reed. “Through this initiative, Montgomery will be empowered to design and implement transformative solutions to address climate change, enhance our economic opportunities, and strengthen our neighborhoods.”
The initiative will provide extensive support to cities in their pursuit of transformative solutions to combat climate change. Leveraging over $400 billion of new federal funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Inflation Reduction Act, and American Rescue Plan, U.S. cities now have a unique opportunity to make investments that address climate change and maximize their impact on historically affected communities.
“This is not just about reducing emissions; it is about creating a thriving, resilient city that leaves no one behind,” Mayor Reed remarked.
Under the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities program, Montgomery will receive multi-year deep and tailored support, as well as technical assistance, to design, develop, and implement climate change and equity solutions. The city will collaborate closely with community partners to ensure the creation of thriving, climate resilient neighborhoods that benefit all residents.
To facilitate this progress, Bloomberg Philanthropies will fund up to three dedicated innovation staff members with specific skills, including data analysis, policy development, community engagement, human-centered design, systems thinking, and project management. These teams, working under the guidance of the mayor, will support city hall and community partners in launching ambitious interventions to drive climate mitigation progress and promote equitable outcomes.
The success of Montgomery’s participation in the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities initiative will be supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and its partners through the provision of dedicated city hall staff, technical assistance, and other expertise. The mayor will play a crucial role in ensuring robust participation and enabling programmatic progress and success.
“I want to thank Bloomberg Philanthropies for their continued leadership and support, as well as our community for their commitment to progress,” Mayor Reed expressed. “Together, we are building a Montgomery that thrives for generations to come.”
About Bloomberg Philanthropies: Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 700 cities and 150 countries around the world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The organization focuses on creating lasting change in five key areas: the Arts, Education, Environment, Government Innovation, and Public Health. Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg’s giving, including his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy as well as Bloomberg Associates, a philanthropic consultancy that advises cities around the world. In 2023, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $3 billion. For more information, visit bloomberg.org.
