Teryn Zmuda

Chief economist and researcher, with an eye-towards local government. Wash. DC resident, GW alum, former Terp-athlete.

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

My colleague analyzed state statutes to understand the nuts and bolts of election administration: a piece all should read.

[NACo @NACoCounties]

Explore our new research brief highlighting the county role in administering elections, including the scope of responsibilities, variations in local election systems and canvassing procedures, and funding for election costs https://t.co/nu2L11XKpE

[President Biden Archived @POTUS46Archive]

Tune in as I deliver remarks at the National Association of Counties Legislative Conference. https://t.co/WTNh2c1Nmb

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

With today's @BLS_gov report indicating a cooling job market, it's important to recognize our nation's communities that are investing in workers locally. Along with colleagues @laveabrachman & @GlencoraH, we recognize that local investments strengthen our national workforce.

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Heading into Labor Day Weekend celebrating the U.S. workforce, @BrookingsMetro & @NACoTweets explore the importance of local investments in the workforce, noting direct workforce programs and critical adjacent investments like child care & transportation https://t.co/ygeexZFJnl

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Thank you to the @gatesfoundation team and @AllanGolston for making today possible. The energy in the room was palpable. I’m so inspired to have had such meaningful conversations with Allan and team this weekend.

[NACo @NACoCounties]

Thank you to @AllanGolston of the @gatesfoundation for addressing #county leaders today at the 2023 NACo Annual Conference #NACoAnn

[NACo @NACoCounties]

NACo Transportation Chair @CommishEileen discusses the need for permit streamlining that will better allow counties to maximize federal infrastructure investments at the 2023 Infrastructure Week kickoff #InfrastructureWorks

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Reference local investment projects in this report, which highlights our nation’s boots-on-the-ground implementation of federal dollars, impacting the lives of millions of Americans.

[NACo @NACoCounties]

With American Rescue Plan funds, #counties are strengthening America’s workforce, addressing the nation’s behavioral health crisis, expanding broadband access, improving housing affordability and building prosperous communities for the next generation https://t.co/UNQs5aw66p

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Take a look at SLFRF project distribution of our nation's largest jurisdictions. Counties are investing in 1. government operations, which includes public sector workforce development, 2. public health, & 3. infrastructure, inclusive of many clean water initiatives. @NACoTweets

[The Brookings Institution @BrookingsInst]

How did cities and counties use their American Rescue Plan funds in early 2022? @berubea1, @terynzmuda, and Christine Baker-Smith share data: https://t.co/QWondGDlFM

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Thank you to @APAadvocates and @ReuterStrategy for inviting me to discuss local investment trends with ARPA funds. Great to participate in such an engaged community.

[Dan Reuter @ReuterStrategy]

Really enjoyed moderating session this week with @terynzmuda and Cordaryl Pat” Patrick of Decatur, IL @APAadvocates

[The Brookings Institution @BrookingsInst]

As of March 2022, large cities and counties had committed half of their total flexible American Rescue Plan dollars. @berubea1, @terynzmuda, and Christine Baker-Smith shed light on where the funds went: https://t.co/BlKwLEQZ0d

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

The amazing work of experts @jenny_schuetz and @tshawDC to create a foundation for local housing policy discussions. Looking forward to taking the tool on the road and hearing from local officials. Thanks to @AspenInstitute and @BrookingsMetro for the partnership. @NACoTweets

[NACo @NACoCounties]

Explore NACo's new housing matchmaker tool, developed in partnership with @AspenInstitute and @BrookingsMetro, which features solutions counties can implement to foster affordable housing & housing access https://t.co/FYownVOVA3

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Thank you @DrGupta46 for the generosity of your time and expertise. We look forward to continuing our @NACoTweets partnership with @ONDCP to support county leaders in a comprehensive response to substance use disorder.

[ONDCP @ONDCP]

Today @DrGupta46 delivered keynote remarks at @NACoTweets’ annual conference to discuss @POTUS’ Strategy to beat the overdose epidemic and the important role counties can play to help advance it. #NACoAnn

[NACo @NACoCounties]

Thank you to @DrGupta46 for joining #county leaders today at the NACo Annual Conference to discuss the National Drug Control Strategy and the important partnership between @ONDCP and #counties. #NACoAnn

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Axios further noting "new analyses show the funds are largely being pledged to unsexy-but-vital projects, like general revenue replenishment, broadband initiatives, wastewater systems and unemployment insurance."

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Covering our report @NACoTweets @BrookingsMetro @leagueofcities, @axios says "The ARPA funds are giving local governments an unprecedented opportunity to make creative, meaningful and lasting investments — if they can skirt the political obstacles." https://t.co/1P2oMofXvc

[Brookings Metro @BrookingsMetro]

.@RushainePhD: The ARP offers local leaders a once-in-a-generation opportunity to invest in expanding the stock of affordable, decent-quality housing. But to make the most of it, policymakers will need to develop a clear set of priorities. https://t.co/18BdYXsGui

[NACo @NACoCounties]

Share how your county is investing ARPA Fiscal Recovery Funds. Join NACo's Untold Stories campaign and highlight how #counties are investing funds to steer our communities into the future and help our residents thrive.

Visit https://t.co/MoTfGx8xLC to learn more.

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

Rescue and rebuild— counties are focused on job preparation and quality business growth, through program investments that connect people to good jobs. Read more in our report.

[Brookings Metro @BrookingsMetro]

Counties are using American Rescue Plan funds to make historic investments in working families. Read more in our new report with @NACoTweets’ to learn how local government can spur equitable economic growth. https://t.co/kw7QiSdEJH

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

The $65.1B in county investments through the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund is reaching communities and targeting areas of need.

[NACo @NACoCounties]

NACo Immediate Past President @judgegarymoore: The ARPA Recovery Fund is "not only historic in nature because of the size of the relief they provided but because Congress recognized & empowered local leaders to invest in their communities in a flexible, locally-centered way."

[Teryn Zmuda @terynzmuda]

"Counties are working to inspire our youth to enter public service — and to join the jobs of the future." @MchaseNACo contributes to a lively conversation on our nation's workforce. Thank you, @napawash for hosting and @tshoop for moderating. @NACoTweets

[NACo @NACoCounties]

NACo CEO @MchaseNACo joins @napawash to highlight the key role of #counties in our nation's intergovernmental system and how all levels of government can work together to address the workforce development challenges of implementing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act