Next City
MAY 30, 2023
In Louisville, community organizers are betting that a guaranteed income program will reduce community violence in disinvested neighborhoods – and prevent displacement of residents.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 22, 2023
Written with support from Candace Hanson (Canopy Mental Health & Consulting) and Gina Obiri (City of Minneapolis Department of Performance Management and Innovation). A Shift Toward Appropriate Response In cities across the country, police, fire and EMS have historically been the first responders to almost all calls for service.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 10, 2023
Companies have committed to being more diverse, inclusive, and equitable, but many struggle to make significant progress in these areas. Here’s how they can meet DEI ambitions—now and in the longer term.
Summer Camp Programming
MAY 1, 2023
SHOW NOTES Another Magazine Style episode this week! The guys “fast discuss” 10 topics that range from programming ideas to staff to crafts and more! It’s their favorite way to podcast! Links: Fluffy Letters: [link] Email Roundtable FAQs and Sign-up: [link] HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL The post SCP 187: Magazine Style Episode #8 appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.
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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.
Disaster Zone blog
MAY 15, 2023
Standard stuff, growth over safety. Poor design. Inadequate standards and inspections.
GCN
MAY 19, 2023
The $1 billion State and Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program requires states to collaborate more closely with their local governments, reinforcing the holistic approach favored in many state capitals.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 16, 2023
State governments may soon find they can improve citizen services in the metaverse. The National Association of State Chief Information Officers recently released a report, “Navigating the Metaverse: Potential Applications and Implications for State Government,” that looks at some early considerations for state government with respect to the metaverse.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 11, 2023
AI technology has revolutionized marketing and sales; now, generative AI promises to disrupt the way B2B and B2C players think about customer experience, productivity, and growth.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 30, 2023
While much attention has been paid to the Department of Defense’s efforts to create a development, security and operations environment, civilian agencies’ moves toward DevSecOps have largely flown under the radar. But some are actively integrating security as a shared responsibility throughout the IT development lifecycle. “We’re seeing a real commitment to DevSecOps within federal civilian agencies,” says Nicole Burdette, a principal at MeriTalk.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 25, 2023
As debt limit negotiations continue between Congress and the White House, NLC has learned that State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) are not at risk of rescission by the federal government.
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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.
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
MAY 5, 2023
Reviewing funder guidelines, especially large government guidelines, comes with a fair amount of pressure not to miss a key detail or misinterpret an organization’s eligibility, alignment, and overall competitiveness with the opportunity. There is the pressure to not miss out on a funding opportunity , but also the counter pressure to ensure that it is an appropriate opportunity for you to commit your resources, as well as those of your colleagues, to the work to put a competitive application to
Next City
MAY 24, 2023
From banned books exhibit at city libraries to efforts at school library, El Pasoans are working to protect access to books about LGBTQ+ and minority communities.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 17, 2023
In recent years, cities all over the country have taken strides to modernize with emerging technologies that make communities smarter, safer and more connected. And with the rapid evolution of technology, they’ve only scratched the surface when it comes to smart city capabilities. But with data collection and Internet of Things (IoT) devices powering these innovations, there are always concerns about personal privacy.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 11, 2023
Generative AI is evolving at record speed while CEOs are still learning the technology’s business value and risks. Here, we offer some of the generative AI essentials.
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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.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 9, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is developing a software bill of materials ecosystem that companies can publish to, so agencies have greater visibility into software programming libraries, versions and underlying components. Speaking at ACT-IAC’s Emerging Technology and Innovation Conference, CISA’s Technical Director for Cyber Christopher Butera said his agency needs vendor feedback to ensure future, more prescriptive SBOM guidance is feasible.
GCN
MAY 3, 2023
Almost 90% of state CIOs said cloud use is picking up steam, according to the initial results of a survey by NASCIO and Accenture released this week.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 25, 2023
Local governments are struggling to help their communities navigate a growing mental health crisis. According to the World Health Organization anxiety and depression increased by 25% worldwide in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, with youth and women most severely affected.
Next City
MAY 4, 2023
Based on a successful model in Chicago, Philadelphia’s new initiative will provide housing and other need-based services to individuals at risk for gun violence to reduce shootings and incarceration rates.
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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.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 23, 2023
New Jersey governor Phil Murphy recently signed legislation that requires state public agencies to report cyber incidents to the state within 72 hours. New Jersey joins a number of other states that have taken such a step in recent years. Virginia, for instance, passed similar legislation last year. New Jersey reportedly received 375 confirmed cyber incident reports in 2022.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 10, 2023
A data-driven view of key metrics can help art organizations articulate value, reshape strategy, build resilience, and achieve operational excellence.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 24, 2023
An agency’s workers play an essential role in its cybersecurity strategy. As frontline staff, they are perfectly positioned to notice anything unusual going on with IT systems. At the same time, end users can be the weak link in information security if they don’t have the proper training and don’t understand how important their contribution can be. Government IT teams can take specific steps to foster a culture of information security through education and preparedness exercises and by leveragin
GCN
MAY 24, 2023
While the census is still the "gold standard" of data, state and local governments are exploring alternative sources to supplement missing or unrepresentative datasets, experts say.
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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
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 18, 2023
To prepare for the future needs of their communities, cities, towns and villages can adopt a Dig Once policy to align major construction projects between departments, across agencies and across jurisdictions. Some Dig Once policies focus on the installation of new broadband and telecommunications infrastructure during the excavation phase of major infrastructure projects.
Next City
MAY 26, 2023
The ¡Reclamo! Tool was designed to help low-wage, immigrant workers seek economic justice by making wage theft claims and gathering data to inform activism.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 25, 2023
From workforce shortages to cyberthreats, state and local government IT leaders face unprecedented political and technological forces. Across the political spectrum, state and local government leaders are grappling with how to respond to these challenges to best transform services and deliver for their constituents. Despite uncertain economic conditions, the state and local technology market outlook is stable, resilient and continues to grow.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 2, 2023
The executive committee at Walmex had to lead differently to take the company into the digital age. They reflect on the changes in the organization and in themselves.
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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.
Open Access Government - Technology News
MAY 17, 2023
The dangers of AI are becoming increasingly more overt to governments and institutions globally. Experts at Oxford demonstrate the ‘profound risk’ of AI to humanity What are the dangers of AI? While artificial intelligence has proven to have numerous benefits to key sectors like health, innovation, government and more, experts are becoming increasingly worried about its negative consequences.
GCN
MAY 17, 2023
Automatic record clearance is a growing priority for states as criminal records delay individuals’ ability to reenter society and fill open job slots.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 9, 2023
May 22, now known as Harvey Milk Day, is the birthday of the activist and pioneering local elected leader. This day presents an opportunity to celebrate his advocacy for the LGBTQ community.
Next City
MAY 23, 2023
A tiny credit union in the South Bronx is punching above its weight as an active small business lender, even as banks nationwide brace for a credit crunch. Here’s how.
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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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