ProGov21 Policy Library

This ordinance encourages government entities to purchase locally grown food by providing local producers a bid preference if they are local, sustainable, or a combination of both....

This ordinance encourages the government to procure goods through local businesses with price preferences. Small businesses (those with 35 or fewer employees) receive a 5% price preference in the awarding of city contracts. For services provided through a request-for-proposal process,...

Economically disadvantaged communities in preempted cities face barriers to equitable job opportunities. Cities should adopt First Source and Local Residency Programs through ordinances that define target communities, establish accountability measures, and support local businesses...