Dayton recognized with What Works Cities Silver certification for data-driven governance

Feb 4, 2026

The Commission celebrated Dayton's What Works Cities Silver certification from Bloomberg Philanthropies after the city met 22 of 43 criteria assessing data-driven practices; officials said the recognition reflects cross-departmental work in public safety, planning, public works and fire.

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City officials on Feb. 4 announced that Dayton has earned a Silver What Works Cities Certification from Bloomberg Philanthropies' Results for America program, a recognition for adopting data-driven practices in city government.

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