April, 2022

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Curitiba Is Evolving But Remains a Model for Urban Sustainability

The City Fix

I recently had the pleasure of re-visiting Curitiba, Brazil, thanks to an invitation from the Smart Cities Expo. I made my first pilgrimage in 2000, when Bogotá was implementing its bus rapid transit system, Transmilenio, and returned twice after that. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Foresight

Disaster Planning and Emergency Management

A principle of cascading disasters is that the world is ever more closely linked by networks on which we all depend for communications, commerce, enlightenment and entertainment. When disaster strikes, these networks are capable of transmitting impacts through a variety of domains and system states, each of which produces different consequences. The cascade is a result of the progression of a shock through different kinds of vulnerability.

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CONSTITUTIONAL LAW: Ban on Possession of Large-Capacity Magazines Did Not Facially Violate the Second Amendment

NLRG (National Legal Research Group)

John Stone —Senior Attorney, National Legal Research Group. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has held that assuming a California state statute prohibiting, with certain exceptions, the possession of large-capacity magazines holding more than 10 rounds of ammunition implicated the Second Amendment, the statute did not facially violate the Second Amendment.

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Virtual Event: Family Preparedness Night

VDEM (Virgina Department of Emergency Management)

WHEN : May 4, 2022 at 7 PM. Join VDEM for a virtual Family Preparedness Night! Geared toward elementary school students and their families, preparedness and disaster experts will teach your family about different disasters that can happen in Virginia, and how we can ‘Be Prepared, Not Scared!” Grab your favorite snack and log on for an hour on Wednesday, May 4th at 7pm.

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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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5 Valuable Financial Tips for College Students

Homeroom

By: Andrew O’Donnell, intern for the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid As someone currently attending community college, I can tell you firsthand about many of its benefits. Not only is community college significantly cheaper than four-year institutions and often much closer to home, it’s also a great place to begin your.

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Get drawn in by a graphic novel

Princeton Public Library

Graphic novels and comics are fantastic storytelling mediums. With your library card, you can access thousands of digital graphic novels, comics, and manga through ComicsPlus, Hoopla, and our other eLibrary platforms. With rich visuals to accompany the text, the graphic format invites readers to exercise visual literacy skills and broaden their thinking.

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Publication: Championing Leaders of Color

Center for Community Progress

Download the Full Report. Community development unites people to take collective action to build stronger, more resilient places to live. Its roots are embedded in the backyards, living rooms, and church halls of people who, out of sheer will and perseverance, found ways to advocate for change in their neighborhoods. Over time, though, the field of community development has shifted from grassroots movements to the careers of specialized professionals.

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City of Benicia, CA Builds Solar Permit Application with Feedback from Installers

OpenGov

It was a big Earth Day for the City of Benicia as it celebrates the launch of a digital solar permitting process. In an effort to make solar permitting more efficient for installers who are providing a cleaner energy source to residents, the City has designed a simple two-step process that can be completed all […]. The post City of Benicia, CA Builds Solar Permit Application with Feedback from Installers appeared first on OpenGov.

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My First Grant Proposal for $25K and the Amazing Road This Lead Me To (The Road To Getting Funded)

Grant Central USA

. Here's a vlog I did with the entire transcription on this page with some additional resources to help you. The Road Of A Grant Writer. What It Takes To Be A Grant Writer. Learn From Your Experience. Hey guys, Rodney here, Grant Central USA, you know, one of the questions I get all the time is like "Rodney, how did you get started? What made you want to do grants?

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Fighting Chances

Homeroom

By: Damian Archer As one of the first recipients in Maine of a Pell Grant through the Second Chance Pell Experimental Sites Initiative, I cherish these opportunities to represent education’s potential for rehabilitating the imprisoned. My education while incarcerated and my release to the “real world” holds perspective which I offer gratefully to provide more.

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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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How the Census Undercounts Will Impact CED Work

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

The U.S. Census Bureau recently released its coverage estimates for the 2020 Census. While the Census was seen as a success – at least in terms of not over- or undercounting the national population, when researchers examined census results for specific groups, the results were different. For the next decade, CED professionals will need to know how these differences affect the $1.5 trillion dollars in federal aid allocated using these numbers.

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Bringing Actionable Climate Adaptation Data to More Cities

The City Fix

A river runs through it, but drought and fire are among the critical threats facing the city of Vitacura, home to 85,000 people on the periphery of Chile’s capital, Santiago. Five years on from a forest fire and regularly recording. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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What is the Grant Development Process?

Grant Consulting Services, LLC

Grant writing involves a process of steps that is cyclical or ongoing. Grant development has a beginning and end. It continues to evolve while some parts of the process remain consistent. Because there are so many organizations and communities that need resources, grant writing affords the opportunity to affect positive change by offering nonprofits and for profits an opportunity to attract funding.

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Picture this: How the U.S. Forest Service uses Google Cloud tools to analyze a changing planet

Google Public Sector

For 117 years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service has been a steward of America's forests, grasslands, and waterways. It directly manages 193 million acres and supports sustainable management on a total of 500 million acres of private, state, and tribal lands. Its impact reaches far beyond even that, offering its research and learning freely to the world.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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.

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Money matters

Princeton Public Library

April is Financial Literacy Month. With tax season nearly in the rearview mirror, don’t let the topic of personal finance slip into the dark recesses of your mind. There are plenty of free resources available with and without your library card to help you navigate your journey. One of the latest additions to our collection […].

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Through the Principles of Excellence, ED Continues to Protect Military-Connected Students

Homeroom

By: Richard Cordray, Chief, U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid Ten years ago this week, President Barack Obama issued an executive order that established guiding principles to protect veterans, service members, and their families who pursue higher education. These are known formally as the Principles of Excellence for Educational Institutions Serving Service.

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How to Identify the Real Problem in Your Community

Social Pinpoint

We recently spoke to Felicity Farmer about the complexity of community issues and how to identify the real problem at the heart of many moving parts. The post How to Identify the Real Problem in Your Community appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Transforming Bole Road in Addis Ababa to Improve Safety and Accessibility

The City Fix

In Addis Ababa, road traffic crashes kill more than 400 people every year. This is largely due to unsafe street design that prioritizes vehicles over pedestrians, cyclists and other vulnerable road users. With the support of Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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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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Cybersecurity Challenges in the Hybrid Work Environment: Leaders from CISA and U.S. Army Cyber Command Discuss Solutions

Government Technology Insider

The move to the hybrid work environment multiplied the number of endpoints that federal agencies need to secure. This workforce evolution has brought many cybersecurity challenges to light for agencies and compelled them to identify new solutions that are fit for today’s mission. For instance, first responders can use deployed devices and network assets that can help them remain connected when helping towns recover from natural disasters.

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Careers in Science & Science Policy (with Ryan Bixenmann)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Dr. Ryan Bixenmann from the California Council of Science and Technology talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the importance of careers in science policy. About Dr. Ryan Bixenmann : Ryan Bixenmann, Ph.D. is a Senior Science Officer at the California Council of Science and Technology (CCST). In this role, Ryan connects relevant experts to decision-makers that request additional technical information to carry out their mission and better serve Ca

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Launching the Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce

First State Insights

Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce leaders Ayanna Khan and Andre Dixon speak with Troy Mix, Associate Director at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about current activities and plans for the Chamber. Established in 2020, the Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce supports small businesses by helping them connect with larger companies and one another; providing business development training and education; and raising awareness about Delaware’s Black business community.

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How Schools are Reducing Environmental Impacts, Improving Health, and Cultivating Stewards of Our Planet

Homeroom

Today the U.S. Department of Education named the 2022 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools, District Sustainability Awardees, and Postsecondary Sustainability Awardees. Across the country there are 27 schools, five districts, and four postsecondary institutions that are recognized. These honorees employ innovative practices and policies to reduce environmental impact and utility costs, improve health.

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

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

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Connect and enjoy

Princeton Public Library

The library’s mission is to engage, inspire, educate and unite everyone in our diverse community. We want to help you learn, work, and be entertained through all of our resources: books, movies, music, and now our expanded Library of Things. These non-traditional items can be checked out and used at home or on the go […].

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Strategic City Planning with Nature? Assessing Urban Biodiversity in San José, Costa Rica

The City Fix

Costa Rica is world-renowned for its biodiversity, and eco-tourism is a large contributor to the national economy and local livelihoods. Many visitors may catch only a glimpse of Costa Rica’s cities through a car window while being whisked between the. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF)

Grant Consulting Services, LLC

What is it? As part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Congress authorized the Emergency Connectivity Fund to provide relief to students, school staff, and library patrons. This fund allows the Homework Gap to be reduced since it allows for student access to the internet and laptops, chromebooks and hotspots to pursue their education. The need for remote access, and digital learning is at a very high level, even after the shift to virtual learning during the pandemic.

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Careers in Science & Science Policy (with Ryan Bixenmann)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Dr. Ryan Bixenmann from the California Council of Science and Technology talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the importance of careers in science policy. About Dr. Ryan Bixenmann : Ryan Bixenmann, Ph.D. is a Senior Science Officer at the California Council of Science and Technology (CCST). In this role, Ryan connects relevant experts to decision-makers that request additional technical information to carry out their mission and better serve Ca

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Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

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.

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Building a Better Park Culture

Park Leaders

On this episode of the Park Leaders Show, special guest, Michelle Baker, former Director of Disney Institute, and business leader at Disney Cruise Line, joins the show to discuss ways to build a better park culture. As Michelle explains, the emerging generation of park leaders and visitors have a deep desire to leave a lasting impact. From recreation to labor, the theme among rangers and tourists today is to live and work on purpose.

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Reclaiming my dignity, value, humanity and worth through education

Homeroom

By: Jessica L. Henry My name is Jessica Louise Henry. I am a 39-year-old woman born and raised in Detroit. After foster care, juvenile detention centers, teen pregnancy, three rehabs, several therapists, eight jail terms, and two prison bids, my life had become scattered. I have a visual of cards spread haphazardly across the floor. Continue Reading.

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Using policy theories to interpret public health case studies: the example of a minimum unit price for alcohol

Paul Cairney

By James Nicholls and Paul Cairney, for the University of Stirling MPH and MPP programmes. There are strong links between the study of public health and public policy.

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5 Ways to Cut Oil and Gas Use Through Clean Transportation

The City Fix

There’s never been a better time to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Oil and gas prices are skyrocketing as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with gas prices exceeding $4 a gallon in the United States in March 2022. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Efficiency and Sustainability: Leveraging Digital Solutions in Facility Operations

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.