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SCP 204: Magazine Style #11

Summer Camp Programming

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Curt and Chris discuss a wide variety of topics for summer camps. This is their 11th magazine edition. This episode includes a special event idea, program idea, staff idea, new AI tool, some trivia questions, theme ideas, and more. HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL The post SCP 204: Magazine Style #11 first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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Initial funding for digital equity plans is available. But how do states plan to use it?

GCN

Some have identified creative solutions to address affordability, digital skills and accessibility issues. But one approach—reliance on the federal internet subsidy that is about to expire—could force some states back to the drawing board.

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Securing Legacies: Strategies for Resolving Heirs’ Property Issues in Cities

NLC (National League of Cities)

By Houston City Councilmember Tiffany D. Thomas In January 2024, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas invested $2 million with nonprofits and banks to educate and assist clients with heirs’ property issues, and in Atlanta, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta made $1 million heirs’ property grant funding available in 2022.

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How DOD Can Maintain Zero-Trust Momentum

FedTech Magazine

The Department of Defense reports strong momentum toward meeting its goal of implementing a zero-trust security architecture departmentwide by 2027. DOD’s Zero Trust Portfolio Management Office recently approved implementation plans from all military components. One key takeaway from this milestone moment: Agencies that leveraged commercial solutions got a big head start on their zero-trust efforts.

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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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6 Things for Local Leaders to Know About EPA’s New PFAS Drinking Water Regulations

NLC (National League of Cities)

On April 10, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the first-ever National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for certain per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as ‘forever chemicals.

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To stop fentanyl deaths in Philadelphia, knocking on doors and handing out overdose kits

GCN

City officials hope that this proactive approach will normalize naloxone as an everyday item in the medicine cabinet, and prevent people from dying of overdoses, especially Black residents.

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Lawmakers hope to use this emerging climate science to charge oil companies for disasters

GCN

Under their proposals, state agencies would use computer models to tally up the damages caused by climate change and identify the companies responsible. Then, they would send each company a bill for its portion of the destruction.

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From anime to monozukuri: The hidden strengths of Japanese corporates

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The underlying strengths of Japanese corporates, matched with a confidence to achieve transformation, can be the keys to unlock their full potential for global growth.

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In one city, litter meets its mechanical match

GCN

A pilot program in Detroit has enlisted a trash removal robot to reduce plastic pollution on the beach from entering local waterways.

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Accelerating innovation: The potential of digital twins in medtech R&D

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

When the stakes are high and regulation is necessarily complex, using digital twins can enable better, faster innovation in medtech. Unlocking the value available can be hard, but getting the transformation right can help organizations create better performing products.

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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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3 tips for short-term land-use planning

GCN

COMMENTARY | As populations grow and real estate requirements change, cities or counties should regularly evaluate their mix of land use designations so they get the kind of development they can live with long term.

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Newark City, OH Deployed Right of Way Permit Module and More With GovPilot

GovPilot

Newark City, OH expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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Will the new Human Rights Bill for Scotland bring change to frontline social work practice?

Paul Cairney

Below is a guest post by Catherine Harris, written to accompany her Master of Public Policy dissertation at the end of 2023 … It would be reasonable to assume that we can all see the value in human rights.

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CFP: Journal of Advancement, Communication, and Development in Academic Libraries #OpenAccess

A Library Writer's Blog

The Journal of Advancement, Communication, and Development in Academic Libraries (open access journal) publishes articles that offer strategies and case studies for practical application of strategic fundraising and communication in academic libraries. The journal seeks to represent the significant variances in advancement operations from small, single-staffed offices to more expansive and complex library advancement environments.

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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.