The stories on this page highlight next-generation policy initiatives for urban and local governance. As populations age, the demand for personalized services will rise significantly. And, the forces of globalization will require state and national governments to turn their attention to emerging regional and international issues. In the twenty-first century, local governments will be responsible for creating public value on a widening range of issues with increasingly limited resources. The management models and leadership stories featured here demonstrate innovative solutions being developed and implemented by creative urban leaders in the United States and around the world.