GovPilot

APRIL 3, 2023

The use of digital technology has become a critical aspect of modern public workplaces; allowing local governments to accomplish tasks and goals more efficiently than ever before. Yet, without the proper tech talent, implementing and managing government tech across departments can be close to impossible.

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State Tech Magazine

JUNE 20, 2023

According to SonicWall’s 2023 Cyber Threat Report, ransomware has “been on a tear” for the past few years, growing 105 percent year over year in 2021. And with local governments usually dealing with limited resources, they’re often considered low-hanging fruit when it comes to cyberattacks.

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OpenGov

MARCH 28, 2023

For the third year in […] The post The 2023 State of Local Government: Key Findings from Our Annual Survey appeared first on OpenGov. How are public sector leaders and teams doing right now? What are the biggest challenges they face, and how do they plan to tackle them?

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State Tech Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2023

The Public Technology Institute, a leader in government technology training and professional development, is looking at changes, both internal and across government IT, following the announcement of a new partnership and the release of its annual survey.

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State Tech Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

With smaller technology teams and modest budgets, state and local governments face a never-ending battle when it comes to IT modernization. According to NASCIO, legacy modernization is a top priority for state IT leaders in 2023, trailing only concerns about cybersecurity, digital government and the workforce.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JULY 28, 2023

Supreme Court ruled on several cases impacting local governments during the 2022-2023 term, from federal elections management to a new test for what is considered “waters of the United States.”

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GovPilot

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Unlike the Federal Government, which can and does run a large budget deficit, most local governments are legally required to prepare a balanced budget. Because local governments cannot spend more than they’ve budgeted each year, preparing a budget is one of their most critical jobs.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 12, 2023

Millions of Americans rely on state and local government technology systems every day. From drivers licenses to marriage certificates, every day interactions with government depend on technology. Amazon Web Services (AWS) recognizes these luminaries of state and local government technology.

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GovPilot

JUNE 9, 2023

N ew York local governments have a lot of reasons to prioritize cybersecurity. Given the state’s reputation as a global economic powerhouse and one of the largest, most notable regions in America, governments in the Empire State make for a prime target for ransomware attacks and other disastrous hacks.

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GovPilot

MARCH 8, 2023

A local government engineering department undertakes many responsibilities as it serves its community. Local engineering employees review requests for construction and permitting, approve building plans, and store data around building development, just to name a few tasks.

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GovPilot

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

With limited resources and limitless expectations from your citizens, every dollar in your local government budget counts. Yet, without a proper strategy for generating revenue and allocating the funds, your locality will be unable to afford large-scale projects and underdeliver to your community-members.

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GovPilot

JUNE 23, 2023

Government data breaches pose one of the largest threats for US government entities in 2023 and beyond. As geopolitical tensions rise between Russia and the West, targeted cyber attacks against the federal, state, and local governments are increasingly likely.

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GovPilot

MARCH 28, 2023

Managing local government assets is an essential part of efficient government operations and maintaining community safety. From buildings and land to emergency vehicles and equipment, local governments have many assets to maintain.

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GovPilot

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Why should local governance be any different? From grocery delivery to carshares to same day package delivery, constituents are inundated with convenience and digital solutions for their day to day lives.

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GovPilot

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The prospect of bringing digital transformation to your local government is an exciting one. In addition to improving the constituent experience through digital services, your local government, staff, and constituents themselves will save significant amounts of time through digital forms, automated workflows, and a public GIS map.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Co-Authored by Glencora Haskins and Mayu Takeuchi Editor’s note: The total number of local governments studied in this analysis has changed from 332 (92 cities/consolidated city-counties and 240 counties with populations over 250,000) in the March 2023 data to 335 (92 cities/consolidated city-counties and 243 counties with populations over 250,000) (..)

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NLC (National League of Cities)

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As the voice of America’s cities, towns and villages, NLC was a popular resource on issues impacting local governments. Journalists turned to NLC for comments and expert clarification on a variety of issues ranging from public safety, housing, local authority, health […] Source

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GovPilot

MAY 10, 2023

Local governments are constantly ordering new materials and equipment to maintain and upgrade local infrastructure and perform government services.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Welcome to Women’s History Month 2023! Each March, the National League of Cities collectively embarks on a monthlong celebration of women’s history, magnifying and uplifting the phenomenal accomplishments and historical contributions made by women throughout the nation.

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GovPilot

MAY 4, 2023

Any organization that handles or transmits patient health information is required to comply with HIPAA, including local public health departments, and in some cases – local governments.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As we close out 2023, NLC is looking back at the priority issues for local leaders. Communities of all sizes were focused on different elements of these issues, which is evident in the list of top articles and resources that NLC produced. NLC President Mayor Victoria Woodards of Tacoma, WA, kicked off her year of […] Source

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GovPilot

JANUARY 18, 2023

Every local government has a lot on its plate when it comes to the sheer volume of paperwork being filed and stored.

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GovPilot

JANUARY 18, 2023

Every local government has a lot on its plate when it comes to the sheer volume of paperwork being filed and stored.

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GovPilot

MARCH 23, 2023

The Impact of Equity In Local Government The past few years have been a time of reflection due to societal shifts that have brought fresh attention to the treatment of marginalized groups in America. Nationwide, there is an outcry for better equity throughout workplaces, public spaces, educational and governmental institutions.

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GovPilot

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Every local government has a variety of vehicular assets and equipment across multiple departments to acquire, maintain, and replace. Without the proper technology, recognizing the current status of a vehicle and getting necessary inspections and maintenance taken care of is easier said than done.

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GovPilot

MAY 17, 2023

Local governments need to compete too. Believe it or not, businesses aren’t the only ones driven by a competitive edge.

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GovPilot

APRIL 27, 2023

As the baby boomer generation continues to age, local governments are facing a growing need to prioritize and protect their senior citizens. There are approximately 73 million baby boomers in the United States – all of whom will reach the age of 65 by 2030.

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GCN

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As the federal government rolled up its pandemic-era social safety net, state and local governments stepped in to fill the gaps in housing, child care and food assistance.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Jeff Kratz, right, and Thomas Siebel, center, listen as Jason Bonci talks during their fireside chat at the AWS Partner Keynote at re:Invent 2023. This week, the city of Las Vegas served as a vibrant hub of energy and creativity during the Amazon Web Services (AWS) re:Invent 2023 conference.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JUNE 19, 2023

That’s the central question of the IMAGINE conference from Amazon Web Services (AWS), a two-day, no-cost event for state and local government and education leaders. Register now for the IMAGINE 2023 conference in Sacramento. Register now for the IMAGINE 2023 conference in Sacramento. Will we see you there?

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GovPilot

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The pandemic opened many people’s eyes to the challenges communities face in securing high-quality food. As many as 10.2% of households in the United States faced food insecurity in 2021 alone.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

JUNE 30, 2023

The post How small cells are empowering local governments to build smarter cities appeared first on Open Access Government. Please Note: This is a Commercial Profile This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.

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Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

OCTOBER 30, 2023

This blog post is the first in a regular series aimed at informing local government partners about current conditions facing private developers and development projects in their communities. Quarterly Survey of Apartment Construction & Development Activity (September 2023).

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GovPilot

JANUARY 10, 2023

In both urban and rural communities, constituents and government officials alike, understand the serious threat that increased crime rates present to communities. Research shows that crime rates have risen throughout the United States during and beyond the pandemic.

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State Tech Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

State and local governments continue to be under siege. Research from CrowdStrike shows that between July 2022 and June 2023, government was the second most frequently targeted industry by nation-state adversaries looking to compromise systems. Making matters worse, many state and…

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 28, 2023

The Farm Bill is up for reauthorization this year as it is set to expire September 30, 2023. NLC shared local government priorities for the next version of the bill with members of the Senate and […] Source In the next few months, lawmakers will be busy drafting legislative language for the 12 Titles of the bill.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 31, 2023

On January 19, 2023, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen sent a letter to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announcing the government hit the debt ceiling and would begin taking “extraordinary measures” to conserve cash in order to prevent a default on the nation’s debt.

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