Thu.Jun 22, 2023

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Supporting Military Service Member and Veteran Well-Being Through the Arts

NLC (National League of Cities)

There are more than half a million military service members who are living with conditions that compromise their mental health and well-being, such as post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury. With 62% of the veteran population falling outside federal healthcare systems, the burden falls on local communities to step in.

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How will AI affect workers? Tech waves of the past show how unpredictable the path can be

GCN

New digital technologies have been a constant for workers over the past few decades, with a mixed record on the economy and individuals’ daily lives. AI’s effect will likely be just as unpredictable.

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Creative Placemaking in Loíza, Puerto Rico

Center for Community Progress

At the beginning of March, the 2022-23 Community Revitalization Fellowship (CRF) cohort travelled to Loíza, Puerto Rico for their second learning exchange. These learning exchanges, which include technical and leadership training, are an opportunity for the fellows to learn in and from each other’s communities and tour creative placemaking and revitalization projects.

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Dangerous driving, poorly designed roadways accelerate pedestrian traffic deaths

GCN

Despite just over half of states seeing a decrease in pedestrian traffic deaths in 2022, the number of fatalities nationwide continues to creep up, a new report finds.

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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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State agencies deliver needed services with help from Speridian and Google Cloud

Google Public Sector

Agencies at all levels of government are looking to technology in order to scale their efforts, respond quickly and provide critical services to the community. When $10B was allocated to the Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) local state agencies needed to act quickly to assist homeowners avoid mortgage delinquencies, defaults, foreclosures or loss of utilities.

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Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, May 2023

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Consumers slightly more optimistic as inflation stabilizes; developed economies struggle to maintain GDP momentum in face of headwinds; labor markets tight; China rebound slows; India economy positive.

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Future of B2B Sales: Building the right team and talent to drive growth in an uncertain environment

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Sales is a business about people and getting the right talent is vital—companies must reconsider their talent strategies and the sales roles they need to continue to drive growth.

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Do You Have Writer’s Block? No Problem

Disaster Zone blog

ChatGPT and other tools are coming to your rescue.

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How One New Mexico Village is Building for Both Past and Future

NLC (National League of Cities)

The Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, endearingly known by locals as “The Village,” is a rural oasis of roughly 6,000 people abutting urban Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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How Battery Swaps Are Helping to ChargeUp! Kenya’s E-Mobility Transition

The City Fix

Like many cities, Nairobi greets visitors with the sight of densely packed buildings, the scent of roasting food and the sound of honking horns, mostly from motorcycles weaving through traffic. While these popular motorcycles provide an affordable and fast form.

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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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Capital allocation starts with governance—and should be led by the CEO

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

CEOs should be relentless in allocating resources toward growth. That calls for decision making to be strategy-driven, granular, and framed by an influential team.

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Bat Surveys Baltimore District, Raystown Lake Project

iGrantWriters

Eligible Applicants: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in the text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" Additional Information on Eligibility: This funding opportunity is ONLY available for Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units under the Chesapeake Watershed / Southern Appalachian Mountains CESU Regions.

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The role of social media and tech in Gen Z’s mental health

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A McKinsey Health Institute global survey reveals that Gen Zers experience worse mental health problems than other generations. Does social media and tech harm or help?

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HQ003423NFOEASD07 Legacy Resource Management Program

iGrantWriters

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility: Public and private agencies, organizations, institutions, and individuals are invited to apply. Additional Information Agency Name: Washington Headquarters Services Description: The Washington Headquarters Services, Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD) is currently accepting applications for cooperative agreements for relevant conservation pro

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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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Designing an Accessible and Equitable Experience for Constituents Accessing Unemployment Insurance

Government Technology Insider

State governments across the United States have made it a priority to deliver improved customer experiences as a means of increasing trust and satisfaction with public services. During the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing social challenges, equity gained momentum as a key characteristic of government services. Research shows minorities, lower-income individuals and families, and other marginalized communities lack equal access to benefits.

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RFA-DP-24-081 Effectiveness of Telehealth-Based Programs to Detect Glaucoma Among High-Risk Populations in Community Health Settings

iGrantWriters

Eligible Applicants: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Special district governments Independent school districts Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3)

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When Cloud Just Isn’t Feasible

FedTech Magazine

Agencies re-evaluating their relationships with the cloud must remember that what they’re really looking for is the most cost-effective way to deliver a quality end-user experience to citizens and warfighters. A hybrid cloud model can guarantee that federal employees have access to data in the office, at home and on their phones. The government mandated cloud options for agencies’ workloads prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, which accelerated migrations in many cases.

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RFA-ES-23-009 CCRP Initiative: Chemical Threat Agent Exposure Resource and Coordination Core (ExRC) (U2C Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

iGrantWriters

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled "Additional I

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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 to Stop Worrying about IT and Focus on the Data

GovLoop

For IT staff, managing legacy storage technology is a losing proposition: It takes an increasing amount of time and energy but provides diminishing returns. For example, many agencies manage multiple storage systems, each for a different type of storage format — e.g., block, virtual machine, file or object. Each format has benefits, but it can be a bear to manage all those individual systems and the interfaces involved.

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RFA-HG-23-027 Center for ELSI Resources and Analysis (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

iGrantWriters

Eligible Applicants: State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Independent school districts For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Fe

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State and Local Government Should Follow FBI Guidance for Thwarting Ransomware

State Tech Magazine

Governments are among the top victims of ransomware. Because they are obligated to provide public services and cannot afford the paralysis that can result from having their data encrypted, bad actors can see them as prime targets. State and local governments often bear heavy burdens when it comes to ransomware: Only 20 percent were able to stop an attack before their data was encrypted, according to Sophos, and only 58 percent of encrypted data was recovered.

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Creación de espacios creativos en Loíza (Puerto Rico)

Center for Community Progress

A principios de marzo, los cohortes de la Beca de Revitalización Comun itaria (CRF) 2022-23 viajaron a Loíza, Puerto Rico, para su segundo intercambio de aprendizaje. Estos intercambios de aprendizaje, que incluyeron formación técnica y entrenamiento de liderazgo, son oportunidades para que los becarios aprendan de cada uno y de sus comunidades y para visitar proyectos de revitalización y creación de espacios creativos.

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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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Getting Started: New Elective Pay Option for Local Clean Energy Projects

NLC (National League of Cities)

On June 14, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed regulations for elective pay, previously referred to as “direct pay,” a provision of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

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AI: Challenges to deploy responsible & ethical systems

Open Access Government - Technology News

Dayna Arnold, Project Manager at Zest Consult, a leading digital technology consultancy, discusses the challenges businesses face with AI and the struggle for ethical systems Innovation is crucial for business growth today, with artificial intelligence (AI) being a key driving force. AI can enhance customer engagement, streamline operations, and provide a competitive advantage when implemented effectively, but, without ethical systems, could result in serious challenges of bias.

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Best Public Sector Software 2023: Ways Governments Use Technology to Save Time & Money with GovPilot

GovPilot

Across the board, public agencies are embracing the recent advancements in government technology to make a full government digital transformation.

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Freeport-McMoRan turns data into value

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A copper miner develops a recipe for success along its AI transformation journey.

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Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

This comprehensive article delves into the transformative trends reshaping local government facility maintenance in anticipation of 2024. From embracing smart technology for efficient management, sustainability's pivotal role to data-driven decision-making, workforce upskilling, and predictive maintenance strategies, each aspect is explored. Insights into outsourcing collaborations, digital twins, safety enhancements, and the broader industry evolution highlight the critical adaptation needed.

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Louisiana bans TikTok on state networks and devices. Will it make any difference?

GCN

The law does little to protect state-owned devices and personal data, cybersecurity experts say.

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Curiosity and hope: building foundations for the future workforce

Public Sector Future

Washington State is leading the way in using new technologies to engage students and build digital skills. In this episode, host Olivia Neal talks to Superintendent Chris Reykdal to learn how they have adopted programs like ‘Coding in Minecraft’ to build interest and excitement, and to develop the foundations for students’ future success. Olivia Neal [host] | LinkedIn Chris Reykdal [guest] | LinkedIn Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Microsoft Public Sector Center of E

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Where Community Grows in Glenwood Springs, Colorado — July Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

It may still be June, but it is officially Park and Recreation Month in our hearts, as the July issue of Parks & Recreation magazine was released today. As you may know, each year NRPA hosts a cover contest leading up to July, with the winner being featured on the July issue of the magazine. If you’ve seen this month’s cover (also pictured on this page), you will notice a smiling young boy in adaptive climbing gear scaling a climbing wall.

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Curiosity and hope: building foundations for the future workforce

Public Sector Future

Washington State is leading the way in using new technologies to engage students and build digital skills. In this episode, host Olivia Neal talks to Superintendent Chris Reykdal to learn how they have adopted programs like ‘Coding in Minecraft’ to build interest and excitement, and to develop the foundations for students’ future success. Olivia Neal [host] | LinkedIn Chris Reykdal [guest] | LinkedIn Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Microsoft Public Sector Center of E

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Efficiency and Sustainability: Leveraging Digital Solutions in Facility Operations

Speaker: Alan Kavanaugh, BA, CRM, CCPI ​​​​​​​Director of Loss Control & Risk Management

This session is designed to unveil the transformative potential of digital solutions in reshaping conventional practices, offering a roadmap towards greener and more efficient facilities regardless of municipality size. Attendees will learn: Insights into cutting-edge trends and strategies in sustainable facility management. Practical knowledge to effectively incorporate digital solutions for operational efficiency.