Efforts to reform federal broadband subsidy gain traction
GCN
MAY 13, 2024
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have expressed support for tweaks to the Affordable Connectivity Program’s rules in a bid to keep it from sunsetting this month.
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Decades in the Making: An Introduction to 4 Cities Who Are Leading the Way in Early Learning and the Child Care Economy
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 13, 2024
NLC’s Early Childhood Success (ECS) team is proud to launch Decades in the Making, a two-year initiative spotlighting a cohort of four cities that have historically demonstrated exceptional commitment to early childhood success.
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San Francisco tries tough love by tying welfare to drug rehab
GCN
MAY 13, 2024
Starting in January 2025, public assistance recipients who screen positive for addiction on a 10-question drug abuse test will be referred to treatment. Those who refuse or fail to show up for treatment will lose their benefits.
Water Infrastructure & Environmental Protection: Federal Funding Opportunities for Urban, Rural and Suburban Communities
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 13, 2024
Co-authored by Damion DeShield This blog series highlights key takeaways from the National League of Cities’ Congressional City Conference Deep Dive Sessions. In the series, we delve into the pressing issues and innovative solutions discussed by city leaders, experts and federal agencies at the forefront of municipal governance.
Key Strategies for Public Works Employees to Embrace Government Software
Advertiser: Noratek
In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.
Report: State by state, how segregation legally continues 7 decades post Brown
GCN
MAY 13, 2024
Researchers unveil loopholes, laws and a lack of protections allowing Black, brown, low-income students to be excluded from America’s most coveted schools.
Time Well Spent: How One Library Marketing Team Analyzes Metrics and Uses That Data To Prove Their Value
Super Library Marketing
MAY 13, 2024
Ann Malthaner spent her childhood visiting the library where she now works, Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library. “My office is where the Children’s Department used to be,” recalls Ann. “When I started working here 18 years ago, some of the librarians from my childhood still worked here, and I remember feeling excited to meet them on my first day, almost as if I were meeting celebrities.
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Control algorithm for shape-shifting soft robots
Open Access Government - Technology News
MAY 13, 2024
Shape-shifting soft robots: MIT researchers have created a control algorithm that could revolutionise the field of soft robotics This innovative technology could pave the way for shape-shifting robots capable of seamlessly navigating through complex environments, including inside the human body. Shape-shifting soft robots and their ability to fit into their surroundings Soft robots can alter their entire shape.
Agencies Should Consider 3 Factors Before Transitioning to Wi-Fi 6E
FedTech Magazine
MAY 13, 2024
Transitioning to Wi-Fi 6E might not be the right call for every agency, despite the fact 1 in 3 Wi-Fi 6 device shipments is expected to be compatible with the standard by 2025. Wi-Fi 6E adds support for the 6-gigahertz band of wireless spectrum — which was first opened to wireless by the U.S. — while offering significantly faster speeds and lower latency (and therefore, better application, voice, video and virtual reality user experiences).
EMPLOYEE SURVEYS' TWO-EDGED SWORD
Barrett & Greene
MAY 13, 2024
Employee surveys can provide extremely valuable information for supervisors, managers and HR officials in cities, counties, and states when they reveal both the negative and positive sentiments that employees have about their workforce. They have the potential to lead to decisions that will improve workforce satisfaction and retention of valued employees.
State and Local Governments Benefit from Data Center Sustainability
State Tech Magazine
MAY 13, 2024
By making data centers more efficient, state and local governments can kill two (or more) birds with one stone. Data center optimization ensures compliance with regulations, saves money and helps agencies to be environmentally conscious. In the face of regulatory mandates and pressure from citizens, agencies are rightly looking to make their operations more sustainable.
Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation
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Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.
Rebroadcast: Space Weather Warnings
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
MAY 13, 2024
A recent cascade of solar flares and coronal mass ejections has ignited vibrant auroras, stretching as far south as Alabama and Northern California. However, alongside this spectacle comes the potential for disruptions to Earth's communications systems throughout the upcoming weekend. This special rebroadcast episode covers "space weather". Everyone is familiar with the functions of the National Weather Service (NWS) and its role in forecasting the weather here on earth.
Living a creative life at the library
Princeton Public Library
MAY 13, 2024
I started my career as an author for teens and tweens in 1999. My two decades in the book business swung wildly between periods of The post Living a creative life at the library appeared first on Princeton Public Library.
Town of Parachute Creates a Digital Experience for Public Meetings
Government Technology Insider
MAY 13, 2024
Managing agendas for a public meeting can often feel like a full-time job – which can be especially time consuming for town clerks who are operating a one-person department in their small town. This was the case for Lucy Spalenka, Town and Court Clerk of the town of Parachute. Spalenka described the town of Parachute as a small town with a big community.
Grant Management Magic
Grant Writing Made Easy
MAY 13, 2024
Finding the Perfect Software for Your Nonprofit Ah, grant management! The cornerstone of nonprofit sustainability and success, yet often as complex as brewing a potion. In the vibrant nonprofit world, where grant processes seem to twist and turn like a labyrinth, having the right grant management software isn’t just helpful—it’s a game changer.
A Guide For Everyone: Accessibility & Inclusivity Inspection Handbook
Advertiser: Noratek
Dive into this comprehensive guide to inclusivity and accessibility! This handbook equips you with indispensable insights and practical strategies to ensure every space welcomes all. Whether you're an inspector, designer, or municipal employee, streamline compliance with regulations while fostering genuine inclusivity. From detailed checklists to case studies, we cover every aspect, empowering you to create environments that prioritize accessibility without compromising service.
WMATA's latest bus improvement program
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
MAY 13, 2024
is discussed by WTOP, " Metro’s future of bus service could bring new routes and end some familiar stops." When I first saw coverage I thought, "what about the 2017" initiative, although granted it was before covid. And when thinking about writing about it, I remembered a bus initiative back in 2006 too. But of course, conditions have changed greatly since then.
Upper Providence, PA Deployed IT Ticketing and Compost Disposal Application Modules With GovPilot
GovPilot
MAY 13, 2024
Upper Providence, PA expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.
The climate crisis and radical political action
Policy & Politics Journal blog
MAY 13, 2024
by Hubert Buch-Hansen and Martin Bæk Carstensen Addressing the existential threat posed by the climate and biodiversity crises requires deep-seated transformative change. Such change necessitates political action far more radical than that characterising current mainstream policymaking.
Ingentis Optimizes HR Management with Ready-to-Run Extensions
CarahCast
MAY 13, 2024
Listen to the Org. Manager podcast to hear John Kranz, VP of Customer Success at Ingentis, discuss best practices for streamlining organizational structure charts, HR management systems and data visualization processes. Learn how your Public Sector agency can deliver visual workforce data with ready-to-run extensions. Listen to the Org. Manager podcast to hear John Kranz, VP of Customer Success at Ingentis, discuss best practices for streamlining organizational structure charts, HR management sy
7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities
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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.
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