NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 4, 2023
Each year, millions of pounds of the nation’s fresh food go to waste. Over $400 billion is spent processing, transporting, storing, and disposing of food that is never eaten – even as at least 34 million Americans live in food insecure households.
GCN
APRIL 4, 2023
Utah recently approved legislation designed to restrict minors’ use of the platforms, but critics say the effort is unworkable and could leave personal information vulnerable to hackers.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 4, 2023
City leaders are essential decision makers in stewarding our water resources. Ninety-five percent or more of water infrastructure spending occurs at the community level, and 87 percent of people nationwide are served by public water utilities.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
APRIL 4, 2023
Opening college financial aid offers can be a moment of both excitement and confusion for students and their families. As College Decision Day approaches on May 1, families are looking for a bottom line price tag they can use to determine whether.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 4, 2023
Since 2017, Colorado Springs, Colo., has pushed to adopt emerging technologies to become smarter, safer and more sustainable. Leading that charge is Colorado Springs’ Office of Innovation and Colorado Springs Utilities, which work with public and private organizations to implement smart utilities, solutions and services. Under the banner of SmartCOS, the Office of Innovation’s mission to build a future-ready smart city was born out of a summit that saw city leaders discuss opportunities for proj
GovLoop
APRIL 4, 2023
In many cases, hybrid work environments are becoming the norm, no longer a temporary adjustment. Accommodating remote work and collaboration is now policy, requiring a cultural shift in government. Here’s a brief look at a case study on how the General Services Administration (GSA) continues to make improvements to its hybrid work environment for a seamless user experience.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 4, 2023
Supply-and-demand mismatches for semiconductors have generated production headaches across industries. Forward-looking companies are using artificial intelligence to optimize short-term procurement.
GCN
APRIL 4, 2023
Because vendors know a long-term contract will be widely available to state and local agencies, they tend to offer better prices and more services, one expert says.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 4, 2023
Market dynamics are forcing growth equity investors to rethink their portfolio engagement model. Here’s how they can thrive in a challenging environment.
Disaster Zone blog
APRIL 4, 2023
The who, what, where, when and how of the organization.
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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
APRIL 4, 2023
JPMorgan Chase’s head of global real estate explains how and why the company is investing in tomorrow’s workplace.
GovLoop
APRIL 4, 2023
The primary objectives for state and local transportation departments (DOTs) are to minimize the risk of traffic injury or death, reduce congestion, improve travel, and reduce pollutants that drive climate change and impact public health. Let’s explore this case study, which details how the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is making roads safer with intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and how it could be applied at your agency.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
APRIL 4, 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.
FedTech Magazine
APRIL 4, 2023
The Federal Aviation Administration defended its ability to withstand cyberattacks after a lawmaker reintroduced legislation to reform the agency in part by improving its security. While the FAA wouldn’t comment on the pending bill from Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., or the specifics of its cyber programs, it touted partnerships with the federal intelligence and security communities as well as industry.
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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.
GovLoop
APRIL 4, 2023
In a recent report, the Senate Homeland Security Committee gave eight critical agencies dealing with sensitive information an overall C- grade in cybersecurity. Do you know how your agency rates? It’s time for a quick check-up to ensure your data is as safe as you think it is. Here’s a quick quiz in five security-related categories: Cybersecurity: Does your agency practice least-privilege access?
AWS Public Sector Blog
APRIL 4, 2023
Small businesses around the world deliver tremendous positive impact for public sector customers. In fact, in the US alone, 27 percent of federal contracting funds go to small businesses. At Amazon Web Services (AWS), we believe in the accessibility and value of the cloud to accelerate small- and medium-sized business growth. This is why, in March 2021, we launched the AWS Think Big for Small Business partner program.
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
APRIL 4, 2023
Transforming a building. " Now and There " by Faith Ninivaggi , 555 Columbus Avenue, Uphams Corner neighborhood, Boston. The Boston Globe has an interesting article, " Gentrification is washing over America’s wealthiest cities. Here’s how Uphams Corner held back the tide ," positing that the neighborhood is a rare example of urban improvement where people of color have not been displaced. -- Uphams Corner Planning Initiatives , City of Boston It cites the work of Common Good Labs, which using "m
GCN
APRIL 4, 2023
The project aims to make applications for government programs such as childcare assistance more user-friendly and less time consuming.
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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.
Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends
APRIL 4, 2023
April is Earth Month, and all month long, NRPA is celebrating the ways that parks and recreation is a climate hero. I encourage you to check out some of the top ways that park and recreation professionals are creating healthier, more sustainable communities and tackling the world’s toughest climate issues. On today’s episode, we take a look back at a few episodes from the past year, in which my guests talked about climate solutions, sustainability, and all things protecting and preserving nature
AWS Public Sector Blog
APRIL 4, 2023
At Amazon Web Services (AWS), we believe in the power of technology to transform the world. Nonprofits around the world use cloud technology to improve operational efficiencies, optimize costs, and advance their missions. AWS is committed to making sure that nonprofits of all sizes can maintain access to the cloud technology they need to accelerate and expand mission impact.
GovLoop
APRIL 4, 2023
It’s time to break out! With the speakers and schedule all set for the NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit: Powering Your Public Service Career Forward, take a look at these Breakout Sessions to pick which one you’d like to attend on May 10. Don’t forget to register , and we can’t wait to see you there! How to Deal With an Underperforming Team with Carolyn Mooney, Owner and Coach, Enough LLC, and Former Background Investigations Lead Let’s get real: Not all teams are winners.
Barrett & Greene
APRIL 4, 2023
by Greg LeRoy Executive Director, , Good Job , s First , a nonprofit watchdog group on economic development incentives. Public officials, groomed for decades to “give away the store” to attract businesses, are misreading the new CHIPS and Science Act. Contrary to what some are telling taxpayers, the Act, which includes $39 billion for new semiconductor factories—does not require massive or matching subsidies from states or localities.
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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
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
APRIL 4, 2023
Over the past few years I have been thinking a lot about the concept of the petro state (" The Petro States of America ," Bloomberg ) at the sub-national scale, and how the points scholars make about how resource extraction based economies make a lot of bad decisions when it comes to the environment, priorities, tax policy etc. are relevant to states too, not just nations/the national scale. -- " Gasoline Dependent Sprawl " -- " Oil dependence | The US as a Petro-state and gasoholic | and war "
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