Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Policy Resources and Responses

The Urban Institute is a Washington D.C.-based think tank that carries out economic and social policy research to "open minds, shape decisions, and offer solutions." The organization's COVID-19 section will be updated regularly in an effort to provide clarity, insight, and evidence-based solutions as this global crisis evolves.

This Brookings guide presents a 10-point plan based on detailed tracking of the current pandemic and historical accounts of previous ones and provides some key measures to prepare cities, economy, and workers for the next phase of the coronavirus crisis and beyond.

ICMA has gathered some resources to support local governments, including a section on leadership resources.

This resource focuses on solutions and thought leadership on problems such as government responsiveness, the economy, and human rights. Additionally, the website provides resources for public leaders and policymakers.

In light of the COVID-19/Coronavirus epidemic, city leaders must respond by maintaining situational awareness, communicating with residents, and taking actions to limit the spread of the virus. This site provides several solution-oriented resources for leaders.