Fri.Feb 16, 2024

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A Warning About the Nation’s Fiscal Health

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

The federal government is on an unsustainable long-term fiscal path that poses serious economic, national security, and social challenges if not addressed. And the longer we wait to act, the more dire the consequences will be on the economy and the.

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States look to rein in ballot initiatives with more ballot initiatives

GCN

Ballot measures in recent years have been used to expand Medicaid, preserve abortion rights and raise minimum wages. Now, state lawmakers are turning to them to put more restrictions on the process.

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Parking Reform for Municipalities of All Sizes

NLC (National League of Cities)

Parking reform encompasses a set of policy changes related to parking mandates, which specify the amount of parking that developers must provide for new or repurposed properties.

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Federal permitting hampers climate goals and natural disaster mitigation, counties say

GCN

Officials, who are calling for reforms, say environmental regulations shouldn’t lead to yearslong waits to build transmission lines or impede their ability to respond to natural disasters.

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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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Re-Thinking Street Design with a Gender Lens: Lessons from a Street Experiment in Istanbul

The City Fix

Although it is widely recognized that gender disparities are echoed in the design and operation of urban transportation systems, gender-responsive transportation planning is still in its early stages. Drawing from the TOPUK project, which stands for “Women Accessing Public Transport,”.

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Policies to expand access to psychedelics could be ‘short-sighted’

GCN

While research shows psychedelics’ potential to mitigate the effects of substance use disorders, observers warn states might be better off waiting for federal guidance before legalizing their use and possession.

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FTC cracks down on AI impersonation scammers

GCN

The Federal Trade Commission is looking to extend its authority to target fraudsters impersonating individuals in scams. The proposed rule covers the misuse of generative artificial intelligence and other technologies.

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Consumers: Spending more to buy less

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

US consumers are purchasing fewer items across categories, reflecting subtle shifts in shopping behavior with meaningful consequences for consumer-packaged-goods players.

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Dead smoke alarms, moldy rooms, empty first aid kits: Farmworkers endure unsafe and substandard housing across US

GCN

The federal government requires all states to inspect housing for temporary agriculture workers annually, but only some states inspect known migrant labor camps.

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Generative AI in finance: Finding the way to faster, deeper insights

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Generative AI technologies can automate time-consuming tasks for finance professionals, but can they be trusted to give the right answers?

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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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Streamline Solar Permitting and Zoning with SolSmart

NLC (National League of Cities)

The United States has set a goal of 100% clean energy by 2035. To achieve this ambitious and important goal, the work to plan, permit and implement project must begin in local jurisdictions across the country. 2024 is expected to bring unprecedented opportunities for investment in clean energy.

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Author Talks: Andrew McAfee on how a ‘geek’ mindset can transform your business

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Too often, business initiatives get mired in bureaucracy, overconfidence, and lack of ownership. Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Andrew McAfee explores reasons for the dysfunction—and how to fix it.

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Parking Options for Municipalities of All Sizes

NLC (National League of Cities)

As communities seek solutions for housing shortages, climate change and livability, many local governments have found revisiting parking mandates to be an effective policy option. First implemented in 1923 and popularized in the mid-twentieth century, parking mandates specify the amount of parking that developers must provide for new or repurposed properties.

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Re: January 2024 - Microsoft 365 US Public Sector Roadmap Newsletter

Microsoft Public Sector

The images of thumbs up/award in Viva engage praises are gone. Microsoft expects users to upload an image with the praise instead which is ridiculous. Also the praise documentation still says one can do that: "Choose your desired praise image by selecting the drop down arrow to the left of the thumbs up icon." Anyone knows why'd they remove the images and if they'll be adding it back?

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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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Northampton, PA Deployed Zoning Variance Module Alongside Additional Modules With GovPilot

GovPilot

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

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Maritime History and Comic Books with The Shipping Lawyer

First State Insights

Alison Cusack, Founder and Principal Lawyer of Cusack & Co, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about everything from maritime law and how she started in the industry to her new book, A Short History of Maritime, and her firm's digital comic book series, Container Jack, which mixes a dose of entertainment with education about the shipping industry.

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Brandon, VT Deployed Asset Management Module With GovPilot

GovPilot

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