Summer Camp Programming
JANUARY 9, 2023
If you’re looking for a special event or theme that brings activities back to a simpler time, Mark Twain Days may be just the thing. Below are some activity suggestions. FIND THE PIE During the week, campers are told to look for a pie (made from paper mache and painted) like the ones Aunt Polly […]. The post Mark Twain Days appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 9, 2023
COVID-19 may no longer be a pandemic, but the disease likely reduced the availability of the US workforce by as much as 2.6 percent in 2022—a burden on productivity that could last for years.
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Open Access Government - Technology News
JANUARY 9, 2023
As organisations become increasingly digital, adopting new technologies, applications and services, what cybersecurity trends can we expect to see in the next 12 months? We’ve come to the end of another year characterised by heightened cybersecurity risk within an environment defined by rising political, social and economic challenges. As such, it’s time once again to look forward and take stock of the future cybersecurity trends that are expected to shape the landscape in the year ahead so that
State Tech Magazine
JANUARY 9, 2023
Roughly 30 states are conducting either research or a pilot program on mobile driver’s licenses, according to Jason Bohrer, executive director of the Security Technology Alliance (STA), a nonprofit association that supports the technology’s adoption. Utah, for instance, has concluded its pilot program and is now issuing mDLs that can be used at certain liquor stores, credit unions and other businesses.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 9, 2023
Davos, Switzerland, is where the World Economic Forum holds its annual meeting. Delegates from many sectors converge for several days of talks and meetings to address urgent global issues.
GCN
JANUARY 9, 2023
The ransomware attack that crippled a New York county again demonstrated the need for investment, regular updates and an enterprisewide approach to security.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 9, 2023
In the heart of the holiday season, millions were stranded and lost power as temperatures rapidly plunged, in some places by nearly 40 degrees. During a prolonged outage, strong building energy codes can maintain safe temperatures for days, in the throes of winter or a summer heatwave. These codes have improved markedly in recent years, […] Source.
AWS Public Sector Blog
JANUARY 9, 2023
Closing the digital skills gap is a priority for the private and public sector, and government entities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. While unemployment rates remain high across the region—10.5% in 2020 compared to the global average of 6.6% according to the World Bank —a recent global survey by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Gallup revealed “myriad positive outcomes” for those who develop their digital skills, including higher salaries, job satisfaction, and increased revenu
The City Fix
JANUARY 9, 2023
The latest UN climate conference, COP27 in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, was a significant one for cities in many respects. Delegates established a new fund to help vulnerable countries deal with loss and damages from climate impacts, and some of.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 9, 2023
Networking takes time and attention. It also takes planning, especially regarding short- and long-term goals. The post 7 Tips to Help You Build a Career Support Network from Scratch appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 9, 2023
Although virtual-care adoption has substantially increased, healthcare organizations can pursue additional opportunities to reduce disparities in access.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 9, 2023
Experts predict that remote work will increase to approximately 25% of the North American population by the end of 2022. The post Top U.S. Cities for Remote Work in 2023 appeared first on Careers in Government.
GCN
JANUARY 9, 2023
Artificial intelligence remains a powerful tool for analytic and predictive capabilities, but just interpreting data is not enough to put AI on the same level of human thinking, one expert says.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 9, 2023
Spend time working and fostering a vibrant inner life and be sure to have a serious review of your health, including what you eat and drink. The post On Purpose: Life-Giving Leadership appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
JANUARY 9, 2023
Living on the beach, people have short and long memories.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 9, 2023
Soft skills, which are also known as power skills, common skills, or core skills, are attributes that are applicable to all professions. The post The Most Promising New Career Trend for 2023 appeared first on Careers in Government.
GCN
JANUARY 9, 2023
Phishing attacks target employees’ natural curiosity and their commitment to public service, experts say.
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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.
Super Library Marketing
JANUARY 9, 2023
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library. In my sophomore year of high school, I nearly failed my math class. Geometry at Old Fort High School was taught by Mrs. Hoover, a quiet, unassuming woman with a bouffant hairdo reminiscent of the 1970s. She spent most of the class standing at the chalkboard, diagramming equations to calculate distance and space.
GCN
JANUARY 9, 2023
The Atlanta Regional Commission wants help conducting penetration tests on local county IT systems.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 9, 2023
Take a seat at Mission Control as NASA’s Vandi Verma details the AI and software powering the Mars rovers and how her field of robotic operations has advanced over the past 20 years.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 9, 2023
Gabrielle’s child was sick with lead poisoning because of their home’s lead service line. She and her son lived with her father in his Lockport, New York, home.
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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
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 9, 2023
Recent developments have complicated the outlook for industry profit pools.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 9, 2023
Your quick and simple guide to finding the best available state and federal government jobs in the state of Alabama! The post The Easiest Way to Find Government Jobs in Alabama appeared first on Careers in Government.
Decisions That Matter
JANUARY 9, 2023
Procurated’s Denitra Gober is joined by Kerry Kirkland, Pennsylvania’s Deputy Secretary for Diversity, Inclusion and Small Business Opportunities for a conversation on the ways that government can better engage the supplier community. The discussion covers ways that agencies can use grassroots organizations, community engagement and sheer determination to overcome obstacles and create a procurement process that is inclusive, expansive and fortified in supporting historically underutilized busine
FedHeads
JANUARY 9, 2023
Happy New Year! FedHeads were joined once again, this time in a co-host role, by Partnership for Public Service's Vice President of Research, Evaluation, and Modernizing Government, Loren DeJonge Schulman. In this inaugural 2023 episode, Loren and Robert talked about what the last Congress accomplished and what to expect in the next couple of years ahead.
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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.
Decisions That Matter
JANUARY 9, 2023
Procurated’s Denitra Gober is joined by Kerry Kirkland, Pennsylvania’s Deputy Secretary for Diversity, Inclusion and Small Business Opportunities for a conversation on the ways that government can better engage the supplier community. The discussion covers ways that agencies can use grassroots organizations, community engagement and sheer determination to overcome obstacles and create a procurement process that is inclusive, expansive and fortified in supporting historically underutilized busine
A Library Writer's Blog
JANUARY 9, 2023
We are seeking chapter proposals for a new edited collection on adapting the Framework for Information Literacy in Higher Education to specific disciplines. Scott Libson and Malia Willey will edit the volume, tentatively titled Teaching Information Literacy by Discipline: Using and Creating Adaptations of the Framework , which is under contract with the Association of College & Research Libraries.
AWS Public Sector Blog
JANUARY 9, 2023
Amazon Web Services (AWS) continues to be a prominent tool in the research workspace by offering key initiatives, funding programs, and resources for research workloads. Agencies like the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) work with AWS to support cutting-edge research.
A Library Writer's Blog
JANUARY 9, 2023
The Journal of Graduate Librarianship is now accepting submissions! Authors may submit manuscripts on any aspect or type of graduate librarianship to either of these two sections: Articles (i.e., peer-reviewed scholarly articles) or Sharing Our Stories (i.e., editor-reviewed reports on practice). See below for details on these sections, and please consult the submission guidelines before submitting.
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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