FedTech Magazine
JUNE 7, 2023
The Department of Justice is using advanced data analytics to discover suspicious healthcare activity, enabling the agency to crack down on healthcare fraud. Through analytics, 16 people in Michigan and Ohio — including 12 physicians — were sentenced last year for their roles in submitting more than $250 million in false claims and illegally distributing more than 6.6 million opioid pills.
GCN
JUNE 7, 2023
Any employee at a Georgia state agency making the transition to cloud can now take an eight-week course through the Technical College System of Georgia and improve their cloud skills.
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AWS Public Sector Blog
JUNE 7, 2023
Across the United States, many 911 centers are running on legacy technology vulnerable to disaster-related outages , while others face staffing gaps as high as 50%. Courts and other justice and public safety organizations are targeted by a rising number of cyber events , as the digitization of paper workloads increases the amount of sensitive data requiring secure storage.
zencity
JUNE 7, 2023
In June 2023, the Fairfax County (Virginia) Police Department launched a new public survey to better understand residents’ trust and satisfaction with the department. The survey instrument, Blockwise , will allow the police department to holistically understand neighborhood issues while improving the agency’s responsiveness to local community concerns and priorities.
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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.
AWS Public Sector Blog
JUNE 7, 2023
Integrating science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) into K12 education that teaches skills-based learning with real-world applications can help students develop critical thinking skills. As we shape the next generation of innovators, dynamic STEM education goes beyond advancing math and science competencies—it helps students build confidence and problem-solving capabilities in a hands-on learning environment.
GCN
JUNE 7, 2023
First responders, law enforcement and some health care professionals can access ODMAP—if they know about it. Most policy makers and members of the public cannot.
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GCN
JUNE 7, 2023
The National Energy Technology Laboratory is developing data tools for state and local agencies making pipeline routing decisions for carbon capture and storage projects.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 7, 2023
McKinsey surveyed more than 7,000 students in 17 countries to find out which elements of online higher education they value most.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JUNE 7, 2023
Federal funding through grants has a great impact on the communities we live in. They help pay to pave roads, support students’ tuition and other college costs, buy food for families needing assistance, clean up after natural disasters, and more.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 7, 2023
We need to better define who we are and what we do.
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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.
Google Public Sector
JUNE 7, 2023
For years, Google has been working with state and local governments to focus on the needs of the mission, using data to improve the constituent experience and offer more accessible digital services, while helping government workers operate more efficiently. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been core to helping agencies achieve these goals. As a pioneer in AI, Google has been investing in responsible AI research for years, as well as advancing the state of the art with Google AI and DeepMind.
Disaster Zone blog
JUNE 7, 2023
The Emergency Alert System (EAS) uses AM radio spectrum.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 7, 2023
How is shared e-kickscooter regulation shaping the market? An overview of the top 100 global cities sheds some light.
GCN
JUNE 7, 2023
The two-day event highlights rising technology matched with rising threats.
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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.
Super Library Marketing
JUNE 7, 2023
Watch this video Tell me if this sounds familiar: your library staff wants you to promote their events and programs, but they don’t give you the information that you need to create those marketing messages in a timely manner. How do you set up a system where your fellow staff members help you help them? I’ll share some tips I learned on the job at my former library to make effective library promotions.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 7, 2023
Melonn’s Andrés Felipe Archila says the company hopes to win over online sellers and shoppers by improving transparency and reliability.
iGrantWriters
JUNE 7, 2023
Eligible Applicants: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" Agency Name: Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA Description: The DMDRP IDA funding opportunity supports innovative and high-risk research projects in the early stages of development that have the potential to make significant discoveries and advancements in improving outcomes for individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD
AWS Public Sector Blog
JUNE 7, 2023
From data and collaboration, to security and resilience, to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)—Max Peterson, vice president of worldwide public sector at Amazon Web Services (AWS), shared announcements, news, and stories of how public sector customers are using cloud technology to make the world a better place at the AWS Summit Washington, DC keynote on June 7.
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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.
iGrantWriters
JUNE 7, 2023
Eligible Applicants: State governments Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) County governments City or township governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 7, 2023
Suddenly, it’s June. I’m not sure how the first half of 2023 got away from me like it did, but I’m a little startled to realize where we are in the year. It’s time to take stock of my plans and goals. Naturally, some of those revolve around my reading life! How’s your reading year?
iGrantWriters
JUNE 7, 2023
Eligible Applicants: Independent school districts Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
JUNE 7, 2023
I think UTA does a lot of good marketing with pop up ads, billboards, and other promotions, along with how for certain kinds of events (not all, not sure how it comes about), a ticket qualifies as a ticket to ride transit, including the commuter railroad. The Rider's License is an all summer transit pass for youth. This was a pop up ad in an online newspaper article.
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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
iGrantWriters
JUNE 7, 2023
Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
JUNE 7, 2023
Some months ago, in my greater neighborhood a child walking home from school was killed crossing an intersection (" Salt Lake City girl struck, killed in crosswalk near elementary school ," Salt Lake Tribune ). Like some of the recent traffic deaths in DC (" A tragic crash shows the importance of enforcing the rules of the road ," Washington Post ), I surmise that this was 100% driver error.
iGrantWriters
JUNE 7, 2023
Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments Independent school districts Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Special di
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
JUNE 7, 2023
This past entry, " National Community Planning Month: Schools as neighborhood anchors ," discusses how I think schools fail to embrace a planning approach to what they do, and how communities fail to prioritize elementary schools as key civic assets which anchor thriving neighborhoods. I think it's pretty common that most school districts don't have robust planning functions.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
JUNE 7, 2023
When disaster strikes and computer systems go down, everything depends on how critical data is backed up. Various technologies offer different capabilities. For state and local government agencies, choosing the right one can make the difference between a prolonged crash and recovery in a matter of seconds. Eighty percent of data center operators experienced an outage in the past three years, according to a recent survey by Uptime Institute.
GCN
JUNE 7, 2023
The proposal would put a “shot clock” on permit approvals in an effort to streamline the process to build broadband around the country. But mayors say it preempts their ability to make crucial construction decisions.
AWS Public Sector Blog
JUNE 7, 2023
From generative artificial intelligence (AI) to the metaverse, tech innovation continues to capture the popular imagination. Although tech’s “next big thing” seems to change moment to moment, two things remain constant: the increasing demand for cloud computing, and the need to inspire and educate the next generation of tech-savvy students to evolve and support it.
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 7, 2023
Awesome to hear this is fully supported.
Speaker: Alan Kavanaugh, BA, CRM, CCPI Director of Loss Control & Risk Management
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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