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APRIL 27, 2023

A Forbes survey indicates Americans are growing more alarmed about artificial intelligence for a variety of reasons.

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Disaster Zone blog

APRIL 27, 2023

The most valuable thing to be protected and perhaps stolen is data.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 27, 2023

Mambu co-founder Eugene Danilkis talks about how banks can approach core technology transformation and keep up with the fast pace of change, then offers his take on the future of human interaction.

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GCN

APRIL 27, 2023

Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory evaluated the risks of relying on the 65-year-old code for nuclear security.

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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.

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The City Fix

APRIL 27, 2023

Many people point to forest restoration as a way to curb climate change, where replanted forests sequester carbon in trees and soils. But emerging evidence shows that restoration can provide non-carbon climate benefits, too — in particular, reducing heat and regulating rainfall. Here’s what.

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

At the National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ 2022 conference, a biennial report by NASCIO and Deloitte underscored hiring challenges faced by state governments as they strive to recruit qualified cybersecurity personnel. The report advises officials to “modernize job titles and classifications using the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) framework.

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GCN

APRIL 27, 2023

The devices will collect data on road users’ speed, turning movements and modes and paths of travel to inform safety initiatives and city planning.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 27, 2023

On Earth Day, April 20, city leaders can celebrate the many ways that increased nature access for young children, ages 0 – 5 helps achieve multiple city goals. During such a crucial time for a young child’s healthy development, early connections to nature produces many long-term benefits for children.

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Partnership for Public Service

APRIL 27, 2023

Federal agencies are increasingly adopting innovative methods, like agile , that prioritize iteration and user experience to transform digital service delivery and better serve the American public. To meet this moment, the Partnership for Public Service hosted a four-part series of workshops titled “ Agile Government and Digital Transformation ” with Slalom and Fearless.

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GCN

APRIL 27, 2023

While it may be tempting to roll out flashy user-facing features, investing in the back-end infrastructure is even more important.

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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.

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Partnership for Public Service

APRIL 27, 2023

Federal agencies are increasingly adopting innovative methods, like agile , that prioritize iteration and user experience to transform digital service delivery and better serve the American public. To meet this moment, the Partnership for Public Service hosted a four-part series of workshops titled “ Agile Government and Digital Transformation ” with Slalom and Fearless.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 27, 2023

ChatGPT is the new buzzword in the emerging tech space. Since its launch in November 2022 by OpenAI, there’s been a lot of conversation about how ChatGPT will change the ways in which workers work, students learn and governments provide services.

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FedTech Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

The Department of Veterans Affairs already had much of its telehealth infrastructure in place before the COVID-19 outbreak, which ensured its success scaling those services during the pandemic, says Dr. Kevin Galpin. As executive director of telehealth services within the VA’s Office of Connected Care, Galpin says the department’s “ambitious” 2018 plan for its standard video application, VA Video Connect, saw 65 percent of its primary care and mental health providers conduct at least one video v

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APRIL 27, 2023

Normal 0 false false false EN-CA X-NONE X-NONE Municipalities face a complex challenge in FOIA request management (Freedom of Information Act). To find the pertinent information, staff must carefully sift through the vast amount of documentation and data, further complicating the task. Fulfilling these requests involves not only locating the requested data but also scrutinizing it for any redactions or exclusions mandated by law.

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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.

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Careers in Government

APRIL 27, 2023

Whether it’s the Navy SEALs or the neighborhood watch, we have seen all kinds of leaders struggle with the same challenges—clarity, problem-solving, decision-making, and mutual understanding. The post Make Progress Faster, Go Further, and Reduce the Chaos appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

APRIL 27, 2023

The comment thread on the NPS post (" National Park Service as operator of local parks in DC ") a couple back reminded me I meant to write about "Loch Raven Reservoir" because it was written about in a recent Baltimore Sun column, " At Baltimore's Loch Raven Reservoir, a good walk spoiled." From the article: It took me 10 days to get a response from DPW about the desire of citizens to see the gates closed.

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Careers in Government

APRIL 27, 2023

Government positions are excellent for personal growth. Find out how else you can improve yourself and your professional skills. The post Personal Development at Work: Tips for Growth and Success appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Government Technology Insider

APRIL 27, 2023

Across the country – from New York to Arizona and from Ohio to California – state and local governments are investing in the technology and solutions to deliver the next generation of services to constituents. However, delivering on the promise of digital transformation requires more than just new technology and solutions; it also requires a shift in organizational culture.

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Careers in Government

APRIL 27, 2023

Vacancies are affecting agencies at all levels of government, but the problem, from the report, is “particularly acute in healthcare. The post The Healthcare Workforce Crisis Should Be a Priority appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Homeroom

APRIL 27, 2023

By Dr. Mary S. Graham, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College president As president of a large community college in South Mississippi, I have the privilege of investing in our community and local economy and the responsibility to ensure the training we provide to our students is innovative, relevant, and career-advancing. We partner with local businesses Continue Reading The post INVESTING IN STUDENT AND COMMUNITY SUCCESS appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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GovPilot

APRIL 27, 2023

As the baby boomer generation continues to age, local governments are facing a growing need to prioritize and protect their senior citizens. There are approximately 73 million baby boomers in the United States – all of whom will reach the age of 65 by 2030.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 27, 2023

Georgia’s Department of Human Services (DHS), the largest of the state’s agencies, was able to digitally transform their business and rapidly scale their Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud adoption with AWS Managed Services (AMS). The department used AMS to modernize legacy technology onto a hosted platform that meets rigorous security guidelines and adds reliability to an environment where speed and availability are critical.

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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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Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

APRIL 27, 2023

Many years I write an omnibus piece covering a bunch of issues, including library architectural and programmatic design, and what we might call current affairs. The two biggest issues these days are: 1. Campaigns all across the US, in conservative areas, to ban books. It's mostly in the schools, but also in public libraries (" Why Americans must unite against the organized effort to ban library books ," Nashville Tennessean , " History of Book Bans in the U.S. ," National Geographic ), " Book ba

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 27, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic showed us that monitoring wastewater for infectious diseases is a valuable tool to protect public health.

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California Department of Technology

APRIL 27, 2023

April 27, 2023 – MMBI partners have made significant progress on delivering the middle-mile infrastructure that will enable a high-speed connection for underserved and unserved Californians, tribal nations, historically disadvantaged communities, and those in remote areas. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) provided an update to the Middle-Mile Advisory Committee on 20 miles of construction already underway on “dig smart” portions of the network, where existing Caltrans proje

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GCN

APRIL 27, 2023

Wisconsin’s Dropout Early Warning System (DEWS) scores every middle schooler based on income, race and more.

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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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Public Sector Future

APRIL 27, 2023

In this episode, host Olivia Neal speaks with Ian Bell, CEO of the UK’s Police Digital Service. He offers an inside look into the role of the Police Digital Service and how it is harnessing the power of digital, data, and technology to enable UK policing to better protect the communities it serves. Olivia Neal [host] | LinkedIn Ian Bell [guest] | LinkedIn Microsoft Public Sector Center of Expertise for more information and transcripts of all episodes Discover and follow other Microsoft podcas

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Partnership for Public Service

APRIL 27, 2023

Federal agencies are increasingly adopting innovative methods, like agile , that prioritize iteration and user experience to transform digital service delivery and better serve the American public. To meet this moment, the Partnership for Public Service hosted a four-part series of workshops titled “ Agile Government and Digital Transformation ” with Slalom and Fearless.

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Public Sector Future

APRIL 27, 2023

In this episode, host Olivia Neal speaks with Ian Bell, CEO of the UK’s Police Digital Service. He offers an inside look into the role of the Police Digital Service and how it is harnessing the power of digital, data, and technology to enable UK policing to better protect the communities it serves. Olivia Neal [host] | LinkedIn Ian Bell [guest] | LinkedIn Microsoft Public Sector Center of Expertise for more information and transcripts of all episodes Discover and follow other Microsoft podcas

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

APRIL 27, 2023

The May issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of Open Space Radio, we’re diving deeper into the feature article, “Building a Culture of Safety for Aquatic Facilities,” by Stephanie Shook, CPRP, the senior product manager of aquatics and instructors for the American Red Cross. I’m so thrilled to be joined on the show by two individuals who were highlighted in the article: · Dr.

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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.

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