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AI misinformation a ‘whole new area’ for elections officials to deal with

GCN

Intergovernmental collaboration will be crucial in fighting the proliferation of AI deepfakes this election cycle, especially in helping voters navigate increasingly sophisticated robocalls and political ads.

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What to expect from medtech in 2024

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Our medtech predictions for the year ahead were inspired by conversations with more than 200 industry leaders and informed by McKinsey’s latest decade-ahead medtech report.

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9 states band together to phase out fossil fuel heating in homes

GCN

The signatories say the agreement’s focus on building emissions will signal to manufacturers that there will be a robust market for heat pumps in the coming years.

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Which Is Better for Library Promo Videos, TikTok or Reels?? The Latest Data Settles the Debate… for Now!

Super Library Marketing

Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 227 TikTok or Reels. Which one is better for library marketing? I came across some new research that will help you determine where to spend your precious energy and time on library marketing. The answer is revealed in this episode. Plus, kudos go to a library that showed authenticity when it made a mistake on New Year’s Day!

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

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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Getting serious about housing in New York City

GCN

COMMENTARY | Mayor Eric Adams’ Zoning for Housing Opportunity plan would partly reverse effects of restrictive policies that limited development in the name of preserving neighborhood character.

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Climate Change and Roofing

Disaster Zone blog

It never rains in Southern California.

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The Time for Cities is Now

NLC (National League of Cities)

By Conor Riffle, Senior Vice President of Smart Cities at Rubicon In recent years, cities have faced a myriad of challenges. From the Global Financial Crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic, municipal services have struggled under budget cuts, labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and inflation.

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Halfway through ‘unwinding,’ Medicaid enrollment is down about 10 million

GCN

While many beneficiaries no longer qualify because their incomes rose, millions of people have been dropped from the rolls for procedural reasons like failing to respond to notices or return paperwork.

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Customer-Centric Agencies Need Modernized Networks to Deliver Exceptional Service

Government Technology Insider

Applications and hardware are central to the public sector’s ability to provide better citizen experiences , but without a modernized network, agencies have difficulty being truly customer centric. Legacy network infrastructure not only impacts service delivery, but also carries additional risk in the form of weaker cyber defenses. Meeting the goals laid out in the 2021 Executive Order on Transforming Federal Customer Service requires public sector agencies to transform not only their tools and

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Ethnocultural minorities in Europe: A potential triple win

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Greater inclusion of ethnocultural minorities could fill talent gaps and spur company growth, increase economic empowerment of these groups, and generate benefits for the economy and broader society.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

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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How Tourism Can Increase Your City’s Revenue: Tips and Strategies 

GovPilot

In the challenging landscape of local governance, officials must face the intimidating task of increasing revenue for their municipalities as they strive to boost the local economy. With this role, they are asked to find a balance between fiscal responsibility and economic growth. These endeavors prove to be a constant battle, but tourism has demonstrated itself as an ally time and time again.

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CFP: Kraemer Library Copyright Conference (Colorado Springs, USA - June 11-13, 2024) - The Future is Now: Navigating the Intersection of Copyright, AI, and Libraries

A Library Writer's Blog

The 11th Annual Kraemer Copyright Conference The Future is Now: Navigating the Intersection of Copyright, AI, and Libraries Call for proposals open now, due February 16. Join us for the 11th Annual Kraemer Copyright Conference at the Ent Center for the Arts, located on the University of Colorado Colorado Springs campus from June 11-13, 2024. There are 2 tracks, AI and copyright, and also an open track for any topic related to copyright and libraries.

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Bellmawr Borough, NJ Deployed Construction Permit UCC Module With GovPilot

GovPilot

B ellmawr Borough expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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New Partnership network helps federal communicators share agency success stories

Partnership for Public Service

Donna Garland, chair of the Partnership’s PAO Roundtable; deputy associate administrator for communication and marketing, General Services Administration. In January 2024, Donna Garland, a senior communications leader at the General Services Administration, became chair of the Partnership for Public Service’s Public Affairs Officers Roundtable. The roundtable, one of more than a dozen federal networks organized by the Partnership, works to rebuild trust in government by providing a space for fed

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Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments

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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Chamblee, GA Deployed New Modules With GovPilot

GovPilot

Chamblee, GA expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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Policy & Politics highlights collection on feminist politics: free to access from 1st February – 30 April 2024

Policy & Politics Journal blog

by Sarah Brown, Senior Journal Manager In our first highlights collection of 2024, we are delighted to feature three topical open access articles illuminating several different perspectives on feminist politics.

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Empowering Small Communities: City Health Dashboard’s Mission to Democratize Health Data

NLC (National League of Cities)

By Samantha Breslin, Program Supervisor, City Health Dashboard When you think about health in your city or neighborhood, what comes to mind? Is it the availability of safe, affordable housing? The presence of clean air free of harmful pollutants? Walkable neighborhoods that empower physical activity?

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Border deal dies in the U.S. Senate, despite pleas from mayors

GCN

State and local leaders called for Congress to pass the proposal, but Republican Senators acknowledged it did not have enough support after House Speaker Mike Johnson declared it “DEAD on arrival.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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.