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How to Prepare Your City for a Train Derailment

NLC (National League of Cities)

On average, three trains derail in the U.S. every day. That’s over 1,100 derailments in the U.S. per year, and because railroads are putting much longer trains together, each train is now more likely to be carrying hazardous chemicals.

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The Forgotten Credit Union That Served Thousands Of Unbanked El Pasoans

Next City

The now-closed Tepeyac Credit Union was a pioneering financial institution that served South El Paso’s unbanked residents and protected them from loan sharks.

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Instantly improve your grant with a strong need statement

Professional Grant Writer

A strong grant proposal is a rare thing. To write one, you should incorporate a range of elements, from a sound budget to. The post Instantly improve your grant with a strong need statement appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Sludge in Our Emergency Management Systems

Disaster Zone blog

“Sludge” means “red tape.

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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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Putting Women at the Center of Clean Air Action

The City Fix

A key objective of the Clean Air Catalyst is to exchange knowledge, build trust and foster opportunities to elevate the voices of those most impacted by air pollution, particularly women and low-income communities. Funded by the U.S. Agency for International.

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Building Strong Partnerships to Advance Digital Equity for Learners

Homeroom

By Roberto Rodríguez, Assistant Secretary, Office of Planning, Evaluation, and Policy Development, and Kristina Ishmael, Deputy Director, Office of Educational Technology During the U.S. Department of Education’s National Digital Equity Summit, Secretary Miguel Cardona emphasized that “interagency collaboration matters.” Siloing efforts to close the digital divide between different sectors can impede the capacity for collective, Continue Reading The post Building Strong Partnerships to Advance D

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Orbital Sidekick uses AWS to monitor energy pipelines and reduce risks and emissions

AWS Public Sector Blog

Orbital Sidekick (OSK) uses advanced satellite technology and data analytics to help the energy industry protect pipelines and make them less vulnerable to risks such as leaks, contamination, and damage caused by construction and natural disasters. OSK uses compute and analytics services from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to power the scalable OSK data pipeline and imagery storage solution in order to persistently monitor tens of thousands of miles of pipeline energy infrastructure and deliver real-

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Key Steps to Prepare Your City for a Train Derailment

NLC (National League of Cities)

On average, three trains derail in the U.S. every day. That’s over 1,100 derailments in the U.S. per year, and because railroads are putting much longer trains together, each train is now more likely to be carrying hazardous chemicals.

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Supporting resilience and preventing burnout in nonprofits

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The nonprofit sector in Australia faces a high rate of burnout, but employers can reduce the problem by improving workplace mental health and establishing the right support structures.

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Sticker Shock at the Grocery Store? Inflation Wasn’t the Only Reason Food Prices Increased

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Last year, U.S. consumers saw the largest annual increase in food prices since the 1980s. While food prices generally increased about 2% in prior years, they increased about 11% from 2021 to 2022. Inflation contributed to the increase. But there were.

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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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NextGen TV to deliver data-rich emergency alerts

GCN

A pilot program based in Washington, D.C., will leverage the new ATSC 3.0 digital broadcast standard to deliver advanced emergency information to residents.

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The individual health insurance market in 2023

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

This represents an outsize year for insurer and enrollment growth. More than 3.6 million new consumers entering the market are choosing among an average of 88 plans.

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NYPD pilots GPS darts, autonomous patroller and reintroduces robot dog

GCN

An autonomous security robot, GPS-enabled projectiles that attach to fleeing vehicles and the agile DigiDog are helping transform public safety in New York City.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Broadcast Hours | No. 123

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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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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State grounds Chinese-made drones over security concerns

GCN

The rule bans Florida agencies from using drones manufactured by Chinese company DJI, a move that could have an immediate effect on law enforcement agencies in the state.

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StartEd and Google Cloud team up to support EdTech startups

Google Public Sector

Over the past few years, as the education sector was going through transformative change, EdTech startups rose to meet the demand of learners and help address some of the biggest challenges in education. At Google Cloud, we're inspired by how EdTech startups continue to solve challenges with agility, innovative technology, and determination. We’re proud to help EdTechs make learning more personal, safe, and accessible, and we’re working to connect EdTech startups with the right people, products,

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Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘The Threats from an Electromagnetic Pulse'

Disaster Zone blog

Yes, the threat does exist.

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Google Cloud at ASU+GSV 2023 — solutions to scale and personalize learning

Google Public Sector

On April 17, ASU+GSV Summit 2023 kicks off in San Diego, California. This annual conference, which started 10 years ago to focus on startup and venture capital, has evolved to cover how the entire education ecosystem can empower digital learning and skills growth for all. Google Cloud is proud to be a premier sponsor for the third year in a row. At Google, learning is a part of everything we do – from early childhood and K-12 to higher education and corporate learning.

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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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Resellers: The unseen engine of Indonesian e-commerce

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Resellers represent an estimated 85 percent of Indonesia’s online merchants—yet they remain underserved and underresourced by retailers and platforms. What needs to change?

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Don’t bet with ChatGPT – study shows language AIs often make irrational decisions

GCN

Generative AI models don't always make rational choices, experts say.

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How to Get Your Local Government to 100 Percent Clean Electricity

NLC (National League of Cities)

Hundreds of cities across the United States have announced 100 percent renewable energy or carbon-neutrality goals. While setting a target is a critical first step, the next step is prioritizing and implementing energy projects to meet their goals efficiently.

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10 Community Engagement Tips for Local Government

Social Pinpoint

An effective community engagement strategy helps local governments to make more informed decisions. Not only does involving the public in decision-making help to create a shared vision for the community. It also creates better outcomes for people and places. We’ve uncovered 10 effective community engagement tips to help you elevate your strategy today.

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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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How Flash Storage Supports Federal Sustainability

GovLoop

Government agencies face increasing pressure to make “sustainable” choices: to be more thoughtful about their energy use and impact on the environment. Federal goals include net-zero emissions from overall operations by 2050. Although often overlooked, data storage represents a significant source of potential savings. In particular, it can help support agencies’ sustainability ambitions.

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NJ 3-Day Cyber Attack Reporting Law: What It Means for New Jersey Government Entities | GovPilot

GovPilot

With many local government entities continuing to rely on outdated computer systems and IT workflows, their easy susceptibility makes them a prime target for hackers to target with ransomware attacks. And if a hacker does manage to breach a local government’s IT systems, it can result in the permanent loss of critical private data, pausing of government services for weeks, and burdensome costs to your tax payers to get your county or municipality running again.

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Get Moving to Make a Difference

GovLoop

Get ready to walk, run, bike, swim, and roll through the 3rd annual “Feds In Motion Challenge,” supporting federal civilian employees in need. Starting May 1, the Federal Employee Education & Assistance (FEEA) Fund, an independent, nonprofit 501c3 organization, will launch their virtual exercise fundraiser, where participants can log 37 miles of exercise in 37 days, in celebration of 37 years of “Feds Helping Feds” at FEEA.

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Season 6 Episode 6 - How Data and Justice Meet to Tackle War Crimes in Ukraine

GovCast

A State Department-supported effort is bringing together powerful geospatial and satellite data visualization tools to document and assess the impacts of Russia’s war on Ukraine. At the heart of the data behind this effort is Susan Wolfinbarger, team lead for State’s Location-based Observations for Conflict Analysis, Trends, and Evidence (LOCATE) in the Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations.

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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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Data security and governance best practices for education and state and local government

AWS Public Sector Blog

Many organizations within state and local government (SLG) and education must build digital environments and services that meet a variety of dynamic security and compliance considerations, such as StateRAMP and Federal Information Security Management Act ( FISMA ). How can these organizations design secure and scalable architectures to help meet various compliance programs in the cloud?

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Update on the Department of Education’s Third-Party Servicer Guidance

Homeroom

By: James Kvaal As the Department of Education (Department) strives to make postsecondary education more affordable and student loans more manageable than ever before, we are also working to identify and remedy the root causes of unaffordable debts. President Biden has called for a postsecondary education system that’s not only more affordable, but more accountable Continue Reading The post Update on the Department of Education’s Third-Party Servicer Guidance appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Three Things for Local Leaders to Know About the House-Passed Energy Bill 

NLC (National League of Cities)

On March 30, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R 1), which aims to increase domestic energy production and reform the permitting process. The bill passed with bipartisan support by a vote of 225-204. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) joined the majority of Democrats to vote no and Reps.

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