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Economic conditions outlook during turbulent times, March 2023

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Executives’ enthusiasm for the economy rose—and then came back to earth. Meanwhile, concerns about financial-market volatility as a risk to growth have increased.

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U.S. Military Embraces Telecritical Care Technology for Service Members and Veterans

FedTech Magazine

The military is modernizing its systems for telehealth by implementing telecritical care programs that enable 24/7 monitoring of critically ill patients. The program equips intensive care unit rooms with telehealth technologies, allowing care providers to remotely monitor patients in real time and provide remote support to onsite medical staff. Col.

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EVs rev up cybersecurity challenges

GCN

Without a meaningful way to secure and insure the electric-vehicle infrastructure, EV owners, charging stations and fleet managers are vulnerable to hackers.

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Second Chances: Education and Justice Involved Students

Homeroom

By: Amy Loyd, Assistant Secretary for the Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education On the first work day of April, during which we celebrate Second Chance Month, I had the honor of joining colleagues from the Department of Justice and local and state leadership at an event held at a Miami-Dade College campus located Continue Reading The post Second Chances: Education and Justice Involved Students appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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What early adopters get wrong

GCN

Long-term smart city success is more likely when leaders take the time to establish data and tech governance frameworks with community input, one expert says.

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US consumers send mixed signals in an uncertain economy

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

With inflationary pressures and a tight labor market, our latest Consumer Pulse Survey shows that shoppers across America are sometimes feeling and acting in contradictory ways.

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What @sog_ced is reading online: April 2023

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

The following are articles and reports on the web that the Community and Economic Development Program at the UNC School of Government shared through social media over the past month. Follow us on twitter or facebook to receive regular updates. DFI in the news: UNC DFI engagement with Morrisville NC appears in the Triangle Business Journal: 25-acre Morrisville Town Center project continues to progress.

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Don’t Like Your Manager? Switch to ChatGPT

Disaster Zone blog

It is not as far-fetched as it might seem.

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Preparing Your Military-Connected Child for (Another) New School

Homeroom

By: Lizann Lightfoot PCS season – when service members receive permanent change of station orders – is right around the corner, which means that military-connected children across the country are preparing to move and enroll in a new school. If you’re a parent or caregiver of a military-connected child, you’ve likely witnessed how challenging it Continue Reading The post Preparing Your Military-Connected Child for (Another) New School appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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How leaders can drive business growth in the Middle East

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Companies in the Middle East are facing the headwinds of the global crisis—but out of crisis comes opportunity. Three McKinsey leaders tell us how companies can grow in this environment.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

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High Inflation, a Looming Recession, and the Necessity of Federal Assistance

NLC (National League of Cities)

Federal assistance is a significant source of funding for state and local governments in the U.S., especially for programs and services that directly support residents. Federal grants accounted for 66 percent of state/local public welfare spending in 2020, up from 55 percent in 1977.

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Are people getting better at avoiding misinformation?

GCN

Research shows people may be avoiding unreliable websites more often, but older adults are still targets of malicious misinformation.

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2023 Farm Bill: A Driver for Conservation

NLC (National League of Cities)

The Farm Bill is up for reauthorization this year as it is set to expire September 30, 2023. In the next few months, lawmakers will be busy drafting legislative language for the 12 Titles of the bill.

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Using machine learning to customize your nonprofit’s direct mailings

AWS Public Sector Blog

Many organizations perform direct mailings, designed to support fundraising or assist with other efforts to help further the organization’s mission. When an organization sends a direct mail piece to an individual, the piece typically contains a specific call to action–like contributing a donation or engaging with the organization’s cause. Direct mailing workflows can use everything from a Microsoft Word mail merge to utilizing a third-party mailing provider.

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Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments

Unlock the potential of sustainable facility management! This guide empowers small local governments to lead with climate-resilient infrastructure, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and more. Elevate your community's resilience, reduce costs, and embrace eco-friendly practices. Discover the role of facility maintenance teams in green cleaning, sustainability analyses, and infrastructure upgrades.

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Why Cities Need to Think More About the Intersection of Housing and Climate Change 

NLC (National League of Cities)

Housing and climate change are inseparable. We only need to read the news to understand climate change’s profound impact on housing from Hurricane Ian, which caused $112.9 billion in economic damages, to extreme heatwaves linked to hundreds of deaths in cities like Phoenix.

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Need Is Not Enough To Win Grants

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

I’m a sucker for a quiz. From dubious quizzes about your soul mate in 1980s women’s magazines to Buzzfeed’s endless supply of “decorate your dream house, and we’ll guess your eye color,” I’m always game to give it a go and rarely seem to match up with what should be the correct answer. It’s all in fun. But some more serious-minded tests and assessments can help identify personality traits such as the Enneagram (I’m a 1), or, what started a decade-long journey for me, Susan Cain’s Are You An Int

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S34 Episode 03: Science-based Careers in Parks

ParkTalk podcast

Ben Palczynski, Park Specialist II with the Naperville Park District, tells how his career has given him flexibility and the opportunity to apply his knowledge of horticulture in his daily work. Ben Palczynski, Park Specialist II with the Naperville Park District, tells how his career has given him flexibility and the opportunity to apply his knowledge of horticulture in his daily work.

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Robotic Process Automation use cases for 5 industries and how to apply them

Open Access Government - Technology News

Robotic Process Automation is being used across multiple sectors, including banking, healthcare, telecom, and business functions, to revolutionise the way we work Today we perceive monotonous and dehumanizing factory work as a distant memory, blown away by the massive deployment of industrial robots. But on the other hand, this repetitive workflow has been transferred to the service sector.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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How one city transformed its approach to data

GCN

COMMENTARY | Carlsbad, California, had siloed data streams and didn’t effectively communicate between departments. It changed that and is using its smart city status to tackle today's biggest problems.

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Europe’s Gen Z and the future of mobility

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A recent McKinsey survey reveals that younger drivers in Europe have distinct mobility preferences.

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Zero-trust citizen access: Secure services for residents and agencies

GCN

COMMENTARY | A zero-trust citizen portal gives residents seamless access to public services while protecting increasingly vulnerable government networks from attack.

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China Brief: The Return of the Chinese Consumer?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Retail sales, dining out, tourism, and property purchases have seen a healthy recovery in the first quarter of the year.

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

Discover comprehensive strategies for optimizing operations and achieving cost efficiency! This document offers insights into efficient inspections, data-driven decision-making, goal alignment, and resource optimization. It empowers local governments and maintenance departments to streamline operations and ensure significant cost savings. From aligning maintenance goals with community needs to leveraging data for strategic planning, this guide provides a roadmap for smoother, more reliable opera

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NASCIO 2023

State Tech Magazine

Join StateTech as we cover the NASCIO Midyear 2023 from April 30-May 3.

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Has Expanding Trade with China Impacted Gender Disparities in California Education?

The Lowe Down

Article by Noah Hendelman Recent research from economists like Richard Reeves has pointed to a concerning decline in men’s health and wellbeing. One of the most visible spheres displaying this trend is education, where male and female graduation rates have diverged at alarming rates. California is no exception to this phenomenon, as male students continue to fall behind their female counterparts.