NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Citizens are more motivated than ever to participate in their governments. Over the past two years, people have seen just how much impact policy decisions can make in their day-to-day lives–not just on a national level, but on a local level, too. Times of an unprecedented public health crisis, the looming prospect of a climate […] Source.
GCN
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
COMMENTARY | Federal grants worth $1 billion could position state and local governments to harden their networks and protect themselves from cyber threats. Here’s what to keep in mind.
Homeroom
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
By: Lauren Jewett, NBCT (Special Education Teacher/New Orleans, LA) My mother grew up as one of nine children. Her youngest sibling, my aunt Cheryl, was born with Down Syndrome. At the time of Cheryl’s birth in 1962, the doctors told my grandparents that Cheryl would only live until the age of three, and as such, Continue Reading. The post Teachers as Advocates and Leaders of the Profession appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
With the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, billions of dollars have begun flowing into cities across the country to expand and improve their infrastructure. This historic investment will create an influx of new high-quality infrastructure jobs. However, NLC research shows that across the country infrastructure jobs are harder to fill, with postings […] Source.
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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.
AWS Public Sector Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Infrastructure, or the built environment, encompasses all aspects of our lives: real estate, manufacturing, the systems that provide us with water and electricity, and the transportation systems we use to get from place to place. Building these systems requires energy. In fact, the United Nations (UN) estimates that the built environment accounts for about 40% of global energy use and about 30% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions.
Super Library Marketing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library. There’s nothing wrong with tooting your own horn. A few months ago, I received an email from a library marketer nominating her library system for recognition in the “Kudos” segment on The Library Marketing Show. This particular project was so good, that it deserves an entire post.
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State Tech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
After starting his career with New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Nathaniel Ford has held key positions at transit systems across the United States, including the Bay Area Rapid Transit District in Northern California, the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority and the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
There’s a lot to learn when you’re new in leadership, and the upcoming free NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit is the perfect place to gain the knowledge you need to succeed. Whether you’re an aspiring supervisor or have already found your place, our day-long virtual Summit is designed to support and develop government supervisors. With six keynote speakers, ten breakout sessions jam-packed with knowledgeable presenters, peer networking, free resources and more, it’s a can’t miss event.
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
I was reading an article about a failed shopping mall, and caught this at the end of the article: MEET THE EDITORS NIGHT IN OKOLONA Courier Journal reporters are working from the South Central Regional Library weekdays in September as part of its mobile newsroom. We'd love to meet with you, and we invite you to meet the editors of The Courier Journal at 6:30 p.m.
GovLoop
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
It’s often said that data is the rocket fuel that drives agencies, but how many people are being left behind as agencies launch their data initiatives? Data scientists obviously are key players, but what they often lack is domain expertise, said Andy MacIsaac, Solutions Marketing Director for Public Sector at Alteryx, which provides an analytics platform designed for non-data experts.
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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.
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Cover of A VIsion of Britain: A Personal View of Architecture. Will reminded me, not that I didn't know, about Prince Charles and his longstanding interest in what we might call community (traditional) architecture, his writings on the subject including his terming "visual pollution" in modern architecture and an impoverished visual environment (" Prince Charles’s 10 principles for architecture – and 10 much better ones ," Guardian , 2014, " King Charles III, City Maker ," Bloomberg ).
Barrett & Greene
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
By Chris Adams, CEO of , Balancing Act , a creator of simulation-based online engagement tools. ? ?. ? With the recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (which is really more about climate than inflation) this is an important moment for local governments to take advantage of the opportunities of the day to preserve clean air and water for generations to come.
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Unlike Western Europe, where many cities still have pedestrian districts that thrive at the center of their towns, despite the post-war adoption of the automobile as the primary form of mobility, the US pretty much dropped interest in pedestrian districts and city centers as it adopted the automobile. In 1959, starting in Kalamazoo, Michigan (" Kalamazoo Mall, nation's first pedestrian mall, opened 60 years ago today ," Kalamazoo Gazette ), pedestrian malls were created in many cities as a last
FedHeads
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
The Feds buy more IT than anyone else on the planet. IT companies need a strong advocate and they’ve got one in ITI. #FedHeads, including returning guest host Stan Soloway, heard about the big issues facing IT companies from Senior VP of Public Policy Gordon Bitko. The Feds buy more IT than anyone else on the planet. IT companies need a strong advocate and they’ve got one in ITI.
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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.
GovPilot
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Sustainability is growing increasingly more important as we see a decline in crucial resources and increase in natural disasters.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
On paper, Pierre Gentin is a legal all-star. In person, he’s a lot more.
California Department of Technology
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
September 12, 2022 – Cybercriminals have been proliferating and refining their deceptive tactics to take advantage every available opportunity. The race is on to stay ahead of them. For cybersecurity professionals, that makes attending this year’s California Cybersecurity Education Summit more important than ever. . The on-site Summit will offer strategies and tools to help you keep cybercrooks at bay.
FedTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
As federal IT experts discuss the journey to zero trust and the need for a better customer experience with government, one thing ties these hot topics together: the need for a larger, differently skilled and younger workforce. According to a document accompanying the Biden administration’s fiscal year 2023 budget request, the average age of a federal worker was 47 years in September 2021.
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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.
California Department of Technology
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Q&A with Artem Khomishen, Manager Statewide Web Development and Design. September 12, 2022 – The challenge of connecting government services to residents is magnified in a state as diverse as California. That’s why the California Department of Technology (CDT) and Office of Data & Innovation (ODI) are working on the California Design System.
Open Access Government - Technology News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
The priorities in digital transformation need to rest upon technology renovation, as the industry is placing too strong a focus on the shiny and new. Andy Lethbridge at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence explains why it’s often better to build on what is already in place, looking at technology renovation rather than new digital innovation. Digital transformation has become an overused term – a silver bullet for making things better and justifying business cases.
California Department of Technology
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
September 12, 2022 – NOTE: CDT’s Stabilization Service is accepting nominations through September 15, 2022. Visit [link] for information. . COVID-19, destructive wildfires and public safety power shutoffs demanded CDT respond to multiple crises simultaneously by stabilizing state websites and IT services. In 2021, CDT received funding for the Stabilize Critical Services and IT Infrastructure initiative to address IT stabilization issues and advance toward more reliable, useful, efficient and e
California Department of Technology
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
A Message from Chi Emodi, Chief Project Officer, Office of Statewide Project Delivery. September 12, 2022 – I’ve heard it said that the road to success is always under construction. At CDT’s Office of Statewide Project Delivery, we’re putting on our hardhats and making our own improvements help departments plan and implement successful projects.
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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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