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JANUARY 31, 2024
A new analysis from the left-leaning Center for American Progress says there is a correlation between a state’s gun laws and its shooting homicides.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 31, 2024
Written in collaboration with Sarah Hutson, Russell Grayson and Garrett Sabourin of the City of Bend, Oregon. The City of Bend, OR (population approximately 102,000), has won four infrastructure grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL, officially known as the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act).
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GCN
JANUARY 31, 2024
In many places, it's illegal for landlords to discriminate against tenants using Section 8 vouchers. Enforcing those rules is difficult, but governments are forging ahead.
GovLoop
JANUARY 31, 2024
Goal: Ensure that agencies are staying, if not current with technology, no more than one or two cycles behind. People use assorted metaphors to describe modernization: a journey, construction project, ballgame, etc. But Heather T. Kowalski, Chief Information Officer for Interpol Washington, calls it something else: a lava flow. One improvement needs to solidify, she said, before others can follow, advancing a little further each time.
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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.
GCN
JANUARY 31, 2024
Voucher expansions have unleashed a flood of additional taxpayer dollars to the benefit of families already enrolled in private schools. In Ohio, some schools are now “strongly encouraging” parents to apply for vouchers, regardless of need or income.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 31, 2024
Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) refers to providing affordable housing with voluntary supportive services to address homelessness. PSH is considered a Housing First principle, meaning there are no preconditions (e.g., sobriety, enrollment in mental health services, etc.) for program participants to access housing.
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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
JANUARY 31, 2024
19 YEARS! Our team is so excited to be celebrating 19 years of supporting incredible nonprofits that are creating tremendous impact in their communities. Since 2006, we have helped secure over $121M in grant awards and trained over 86,863 professionals. WOW! To help celebrate 19 years, our team put together 19 of our favorite grant resources /things we use every day to help with our grant work.
GCN
JANUARY 31, 2024
COMMENTARY | Proposed federal tax incentives can make a huge difference in helping states like Oregon address the housing crisis.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 31, 2024
Some consumer companies have simultaneously increased sales, cut costs, and reduced carbon emissions. Their secret? Paying closer attention to the design of their products and packaging.
GCN
JANUARY 31, 2024
Federal grants helped spur adoption of the strategies across the country, but hurdles remain as more look to follow suit.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
JANUARY 31, 2024
State and local agencies undergoing digital transformation rely increasingly on massive amounts of data to propel every facet of government business. As that seismic shift collides with today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, zero trust’s always-on approach to cybersecurity has become a requirement — not just a nice-to-have — for organizations of all sizes.
Super Library Marketing
JANUARY 31, 2024
Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 226 How many spam Facebook messages have your library’s Facebook page gotten? Lately, they’ve been downright scary. They tell you that your account is at risk of being suspended because you’re violating regulations. They make it seem like your library has done something wrong and they try to pressure you to respond.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 31, 2024
How flying fighter jets helped Investcorp’s executive chairman reach new heights in the world of asset management
Community and Economic Development Program of UNC
JANUARY 31, 2024
The following are articles and reports on the web that the Community and Economic Development Program at the UNC School of Government shared through social media over the past month. Follow us on twitter or facebook to receive regular updates. Items of interest related to CED in North Carolina: NC Housing Finance Agency blogs about latest data on housing cost burden in North Carolina.
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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
JANUARY 31, 2024
How do government workers feel about the current push to return to the office? In this edition of “Management Minutes With Mika,” workforce transformation expert Mika Cross discusses both the pros and cons of this workforce shift with Dr. Justin Velten, Ph.D., Co-Founder & CEO of Go Culture. When asked about the response he’s seen about in-office work, Velten said it’s been mixed.
Disaster Zone blog
JANUARY 31, 2024
Using technology to aid in prevention and mitigation.
Homeroom
JANUARY 31, 2024
As a college student in the early 2000s, I was fortunate to have an academic advisor to guide me as I pursued learning opportunities, faced challenges, and explored career goals. Now, as a researcher of academic advising and former post-secondary advisor, I’m sharing my experience to shed light on what advisors do, help students connect Continue Reading The post The Transformative Influence of Academic Advisors appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
Disaster Zone blog
JANUARY 31, 2024
There appears to be a different tone in Congress.
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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.
GCN
JANUARY 31, 2024
The home health care industry is lucrative—and lightly regulated.
Grant Consulting Services, LLC
JANUARY 31, 2024
Do Relationships Matter? The answer to this question is: Yes! As Grant Professionals, we know in our hearts that funder relationships matter. In the United States, there are more than 1.6 million registered non-profits. Because it’s so competitive to obtain funding, organizations have to stand out from the crowd. One way to do that is by building a relationship with potential funders.
GovLoop
JANUARY 31, 2024
Growing their workforce talent is one of agencies’ biggest concerns. “We’re not developing our teams fast enough to address some of the needs that we have,” said Steve Dobberowsky Director of Thought Leadership and Advisory Services with Cornerstone OnDemand, a talent management software provider. “So, how do we become a skill-based organization?” As technology jets forward, skill-building is a key determinant of career trajectory.
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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 31, 2024
The world of work is undergoing a rapid transformation. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated trends in the U.S. labor market that were already in motion, and jobs continue to change at an unprecedented pace. What roles and skills will be in demand? And how can individuals and companies adapt? Kweilin Ellingrud helps answer these questions in Forbes.
ParkTalk podcast
JANUARY 31, 2024
Hear about upcoming anniversary celebrations for Springbrook Golf Course and the Knoch Knolls Nature Center in addition to learning some history and background on these key District facilities and why they’re integral to the community. Guests: Director of Golf Kevin Carlson and Nature Center Manager Angelique Harshman Hear about upcoming anniversary celebrations for Springbrook Golf Course and the Knoch Knolls Nature Center in addition to learning some history and background on these key Distric
Careers in Government
JANUARY 31, 2024
Public safety positions with government organizations like the fire service and police department are usually growth-oriented. The post What You Need to Know Before Pursuing a Career in Public Safety appeared first on Careers in Government.
GovPilot
JANUARY 31, 2024
In today’s competitive job market, citizens are facing difficulty in securing professional positions without the necessary skill sets. Many build marketable skill sets in college, working to transition into the workforce; without a college degree, the search becomes all the more arduous. In such circumstances, building those skillsets nears an impossibility without access to the professional settings that build them; Therein lays the cyclical issue that perpetuates the complexity of citizens nav
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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.
Policy & Politics Journal blog
JANUARY 31, 2024
Special issue blog series on Policy Expertise in Times of Crisis Claire Dupont, Jeffrey Rosamond and Bishoy L.
ParkTalk podcast
JANUARY 31, 2024
In this episode, we kick off the 2024 State of the Park District’s theme of “Growing into the Future” in addition to providing a retrospective of 2023 and a high-level overview of the aspects to be covered in the subsequent 2024 SoPD episodes. Guests: Executive Director Brad Wilson and Park Board President Mary Gibson In this episode, we kick off the 2024 State of the Park District’s theme of “Growing into the Future” in addition to providing a retrospective of 2023 and a high-level overview of
Microsoft Public Sector
JANUARY 31, 2024
Was there ever an update on the MC680353 ? I cannot find in the Message Center and I haven't seen anything about how to get the Export with Hyperlinks or any other information about the "/Saved" items in New Teams.
ParkTalk podcast
JANUARY 31, 2024
Join District staff as they explore growth in recreation programs and facility use at the Park District, discuss how that growth has contributed to indoor facility space challenges, and what the District expects to see in 2024. Guests: Director of Recreation and Facilities Andrea Coates and Superintendent of Facilities Sue Buziecki Join District staff as they explore growth in recreation programs and facility use at the Park District, discuss how that growth has contributed to indoor facility sp
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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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