Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

MARCH 21, 2023

I am dealing with something in Salt Lake, and it's frustrating because my fellow boards don't have a reflexive inclination to plan, but to react and do. It reminds me of my line for many years that "an RFP--request for proposals--isn't a plan." I am trying to work out a problem that's been festering for going on 5 years, because of instead of doing a plan, they issued an RFP.

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Disaster Zone blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Not an after-action review, but future-oriented.

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GCN

MARCH 21, 2023

Al Braithwaite, the former city manager of Oldsmar, Florida, said the 2021 episode was not caused by outside hackers but was instead a “non-event” sparked by user error.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2023

Nuclear power can be an important part of the energy transition. Scaling the industry to meet increasing electricity demand will require leaders to mobilize quickly and efficiently.

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In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.

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State Tech Magazine

MARCH 21, 2023

The United Nations released a report last year that predicted a 50 percent increase in global wildfires by the year 2100. That report calls for government spending to shift from reaction and response to prevention and preparedness. This represents a huge challenge that goes beyond equipping first responders with the right tools to fight these fires; it’s also largely about finding ways to predict and prevent them.

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Google Public Sector

MARCH 21, 2023

Enterprises, government organizations, and policy makers around the world want a hyperscale cloud provider that delivers a cloud on their terms — one that meets their requirements for digital sovereignty while still delivering the functionality, flexibility, and scale of cloud services. In 2020, Google Cloud introduced a digital sovereignty vision that included three distinct pillars: data sovereignty, operational sovereignty, and software sovereignty.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2023

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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Professional Grant Writer

MARCH 21, 2023

So much of grant writing is about more than just great writing. Grant success truly hinges on a perfectly packaged grant from a. The post Four red flags in nonprofit grant readiness appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Homeroom

MARCH 21, 2023

The U.S. Department of Education has announced the launch of the Your Place in Space Challenge. This is the first challenge in the CTE Momentum series, an annual challenge series to prepare high school students for rewarding careers and increase access to career and technical education (CTE). The Your Place in Space Challenge invites high Continue Reading The post U.S.

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GCN

MARCH 21, 2023

Threats enacted by state-sponsored actors during the 2022 election have highlighted the need for “continued vigilance” in upcoming elections, said CISA Election Security Advisor Kim Wyman.

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Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

MARCH 21, 2023

As Ukraine enters its second year of conflict with Russia following the 2022 invasion, the U.S. is expected to continue providing significant financial support, as indicated by the President’s FY 2024 budget request. In addition to responding to.

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GCN

MARCH 21, 2023

A text-based notification system could help agencies that administer federally funded benefits remind participants of applications, renewals and appointments.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

MARCH 21, 2023

It made recent headlines that single women are outpacing single men as homeowners: single women own 2.64 million more homes than single men in the U.S., accounting for nearly 13 percent of owner-occupied homes relative to single men’s 10 percent.

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FedTech Magazine

MARCH 21, 2023

Office of Personnel Management CIO Guy Cavallo had big shoes to fill in July 2021 when he took over for Clare Martorana, who had moved into a new role as federal CIO. He hit the ground running, launching a cloud center of excellence and a cloud data center, as well as a digital services team that he continues to build out. More recently, Cavallo set his sights on improving the customer experience on opm.gov, with the goal of simplifying access to federal benefits down to two clicks.

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Dive into this comprehensive guide to inclusivity and accessibility! This handbook equips you with indispensable insights and practical strategies to ensure every space welcomes all. Whether you're an inspector, designer, or municipal employee, streamline compliance with regulations while fostering genuine inclusivity. From detailed checklists to case studies, we cover every aspect, empowering you to create environments that prioritize accessibility without compromising service.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

MARCH 21, 2023

Concerns around climate, safety, and space are driving cities to find innovative ways to reduce car travel. Climate: Cars, trucks, and other fossil-fuel transportation modes are the primary source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the United States.[1] Safety: According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), there is a “crisis on our roadways.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2023

SOCAR Türkiye’s senior leaders share their experience of large-scale agile transformation to achieve cross-functional collaboration.

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Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

MARCH 21, 2023

The COVID 19 Pandemic has disrupted much of our society for the last three years. There was an arc to the pandemic. Moving through different phases, from a period of uncertainty to a period of Knowledge and then finally a period of Recovery—which we are still in the midst of. In this podcast we explore how businesses and governments can work in concert with one another to, from an economic standpoint, individually and collectively become better prepared for a future pandemic, understand the step

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ParkTalk podcast

MARCH 21, 2023

Brad Wilson, executive director of the Naperville Park District, recalls highlights of his internship, which began his career at the District over 24 years ago. He shares advice for college students currently seeking internships. Brad Wilson, executive director of the Naperville Park District, recalls highlights of his internship, which began his career at the District over 24 years ago.

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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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Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 21, 2023

ERP integration can optimize enterprise management, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency, improved productivity, and advanced workflow transparency ERP integration and adoption are becoming increasingly widespread among multiple industries, and automotive is no exception. According to Global ERP Market Forecast 2022-2030 by Inkwood Research, the global enterprise resource planning market is expected to reach $71.24 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 9.82% during the forecast period.

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GovLoop

MARCH 21, 2023

If you’re looking for a standard digital transformation playbook, stop now. There isn’t one. Many agencies undertaking transformation initiatives are dealing with common problems: a lack of agility, increasing “surprise” costs, problems with security and compliance, overly complex management issues and an overall lack of collaboration across the IT environment.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Many organizations invest in infrastructure for future needs but may overlook needed technical training and cloud modernization skills for people within the organization. As a result, efforts in a cloud transformation journey may falter due to missing capabilities. Amazon Web Services (AWS) helps customers adopt the necessary AWS Cloud skills to modernize workloads as their organizations grow.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2023

Five insights from McKinsey’s 2022 US Dairy Consumer Survey reveal how dairy consumption is changing.

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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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GCN

MARCH 21, 2023

The National Cybersecurity Strategy outlines a need for improved cyber hygiene through cyber insurance, data sharing and fostering technology research.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2023

One capability often sets leading companies apart from the rest. Here’s how to build yours.

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GCN

MARCH 21, 2023

GCN and Route Fifty will hit the road with a new free event series to explore how cities across the country are building their future today.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 21, 2023

Five insights from McKinsey’s 2022 US Dairy Consumer Survey reveal how dairy consumption is changing.

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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.

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

MARCH 21, 2023

Attacks targeting LGBTQ+ rights, and especially the rights of transgender youth, are currently taking place in state legislatures across the country. With bans on gender-affirming care for trans youth and the country’s first drag ban, numbers of anti-trans bills were recently introduced, with an alarming number of bills advancing in states across the country.

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