Title
Alliance for Innovation, Inc.
Description
For $9,000.00 in payment authority to purchase FY2021-22 membership dues for the Budget and Research Department. The City of Phoenix has been a member of the Alliance for Innovation since its establishment in 2006. Located in downtown Phoenix, the Alliance for Innovation was established in cooperation with Arizona State University (ASU) and is an international network of local governments and partners committed to driving innovation to enhance organizations' operations and build stronger communities. The membership advances those values by sharing emerging practices, cutting-edge research, and professional development opportunities. The Alliance partners with ASU to promote excellence in local government and build a community of innovative local governments. With the help of ASU, the Alliance seeks to bring together the best local government practitioners along with private sector partners and academic scholars. Over the years, staff has hosted, presented, and participated in the Alliance's annual Transforming Local Government Conference. Funding is available in the Budget and Research Department budget. The item was approved by the Economic Development and Equity Subcommittee on Sept. 28, 2021.