Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘Getting Elected Is the Easy Part’
Disaster Zone blog
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Insights from a long-serving state-level elected official.
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Will new car technology stop people from driving drunk?
GCN
DECEMBER 13, 2023
With more than 13,000 people dying in alcohol-related crashes in 2021, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is exploring ways that cars and trucks could use sensors to block people from driving drunk.
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2023: The year in charts
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
View some of our favorite data visualizations from the year to see how data helps translate complex information into compelling stories.
Mental health funding is fast becoming “the bipartisan issue of our time”
GCN
DECEMBER 13, 2023
States from California to Texas are increasingly investing in mental health as a recognition takes hold that the status quo isn’t working.
The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook
Advertiser: Noratek
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.
2023: The year in images
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Discover how our authors’ words inspired our designers’ most creative choices, offering a hopeful view of a future fueled by sustainable, inclusive growth.
Millions in opioid settlement funds sit untouched as overdose deaths rise
GCN
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Nationwide, state and local governments have received more than $4.3 billion as of Nov. 9. How much of that has been used remains uncertain due to states’ lack of public reporting. But from what is known, it varies.
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A New Government Forum for Surprise Medical Bills Is Getting More Disputes Than It Can Handle So Far
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
DECEMBER 13, 2023
If you’re in an accident or having a heart attack, you need the quickest care available. You probably don’t have time to check whether the nearest hospital takes your insurance. And once you’ve recovered, the last thing you need is a surprise medical.
Starting your board journey: Six steps to guide director hopefuls
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Serving on a corporate board can open new career vistas while rounding out your skills and experience. But how do you join one? Here are six steps to becoming a board member.
A road map for the lawful use of stop-and-frisk in Philadelphia–and elsewhere
GCN
DECEMBER 13, 2023
With adequate training of officers and clear guidelines that increase transparency, police can use stop-and-frisk as a lawful mechanism to reduce crime and violence, while honoring residents’ constitutional rights.
One of the Best Minds in Marketing Says There Is a Way To Turn Your One-Off, In-Person Library Events Into Effective Marketing and Outreach
Super Library Marketing
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 219 Fact: the effectiveness of social media in promoting your library’s programs, services and collection is declining. But that is not a reason for despair. One of the best minds in marketing says there is a way to turn your one-off, in-person library events into effective marketing. The idea is brilliant and pretty easy to pull off.
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
Feds look to partner with states to enforce data privacy laws, cyber breaches
GCN
DECEMBER 13, 2023
As cybersecurity threats grow and evolve, the Federal Communications Commission recently announced it would partner with four states to step up efforts to protect consumer privacy by holding bad actors accountable.
How the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Supports Residents in Buffalo and Little Rock
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Authors: Mayor Byron W. Brown, City of Buffalo, New York; Mayor Frank D. Scott Jr., City of Little Rock, Arkansas Today, many Americans cannot afford to pay their drinking water and wastewater utility bills.
What is the C-suite?
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The C-suite is the group of executives responsible for running an organization.
DoDIIS 2023: DOD Moves Forward on Cloud Capability at the Edge
FedTech Magazine
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The Department of Defense’s current IT priorities include the expansion of 5G to all DOD components, continuing work on the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability and the implementation of zero trust, says agency CIO John Sherman. These priorities are set against ongoing conflicts around the world — “a very dynamic battle space that we may have to deal with,” he said Wednesday at the Department of Defense Intelligence Information System Worldwide Conference in Portland, Ore.
Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments
Advertiser: Noratek
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.
Tech Trends: Government Digital Transformation: E-Payments and E-Procurement
State Tech Magazine
DECEMBER 13, 2023
From banking to buying and beyond, digital transactions are now the norm — except in government. At the state and local level, constituents still must write checks and even go in-person to government offices to handle what could be routine payments. This started to change during the pandemic. A National Association of Counties (NACo) poll found 96 percent of respondents had shifted operations or citizen services to a digital platform, and 71 percent reported they were able to reopen operations o
Nordic champions: The value creation formula at the cusp of a new era
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Nordic companies can tap into their understated strengths to spur growth in an increasingly uncertain world.
Provide a Modern Employee Experience
GovLoop
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Governments struggle with attracting and engaging talented employees, especially younger ones. One reason for that is out-of-date recruitment and human resources (HR) processes that compete poorly against their private-sector counterparts. “The biggest obstacle has always been outdated and inefficient processes,” said Barton Phillips, Vice President, Public Sector, at DocuSign, a leader in electronic signature and agreement management.
How programmatic M&A fosters long-term resilience
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Executing regular small deals is not only the most effective M&A strategy but makes companies more resilient. Here is how programmatic acquirers beat the market.
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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.
Thank you to all our authors, reviewers, board members, readers and friends of Policy & Politics for another successful year in 2023
Policy & Politics Journal blog
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Oscar Berglund, Claire Dunlop, Elizabeth Koebele, Chris Weible and Sarah Brown We are delighted to be ending the year on a high note.
The Near Future of AI: What Local Governance Will Look Like In 5 years From GovPilot
GovPilot
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Local government officials face a multitude of challenges in their roles. With the public looking to them to keep communities safe , healthy , and civically engaged , their jobs are not easy. Coupling that with the increasing roadblocks of things like limited resources, transparency for constituents, and making communities more sustainable , it may feel impossible to keep everyone satisfied.
How the Imaging Data Commons migrated 40 million medical images using AWS DataSync
AWS Public Sector Blog
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The volume of medical imaging data that is accessible for research and analysis continues to expand at a rapid rate. Providing the medical imaging research community with simple, equitable access to the data they need accelerates research and speeds the time to actionable insights for patients. The scalable storage and compute capabilities of the cloud can provide researchers with a rich platform of opportunities for data analysis.
Toward an Upwing Future
First State Insights
DECEMBER 13, 2023
James Pethokoukis, senior fellow and DeWitt Wallace Chair at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), speaks with Troy Mix, associate director at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about his 2023 book, The Conservative Futurist: How to Create the Sci-Fi World We Were Promised ([link] In this book, Mr. Pethokoukis advocates for embracing an “upwing” mindset to public policy that spurs innovation while ensuring economic security and broad quality of life improvements
Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness
Advertiser: Noratek
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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