Embracing the Urban Wild
Next City
JUNE 13, 2022
Wildlife-friendly urban habitats serve as a type of “ecological infrastructure” that, when well designed and tended, come with benefits that greatly outweigh their costs.
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Rethinking Urban Climate Research in the Shadow of Climate Breakdown
The City Fix
JUNE 15, 2022
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), composed of hundreds of the world’s leading scientists, puts considerable weight on urban climate action in developing pathways towards sustainable futures. The 6th Assessment Report of the IPCC recognizes that urban areas present. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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Sustainable and inclusive growth: A weekly briefing
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JUNE 23, 2022
A new era is possible—one that sees growth and societal benefits as complementary goals that reinforce each other. Our weekly digest of McKinsey insights explores the topic.
6 questions to ask a grant writer applicant
Professional Grant Writer
JUNE 14, 2022
More nonprofits are open to the idea of hiring a freelance grant writer for their organization. Here’s our list of six questions to. The post 6 questions to ask a grant writer applicant appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.
The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook
Advertiser: Noratek
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.
What is essential reading in policy process research?
Paul Cairney
JUNE 29, 2022
The first Conference on Policy Process Research (COPPR) takes place in January 2023, online and in person (Denver). I’m thinking of proposing an online panel (without paper presentations) that asks: what is essential reading in policy process research?
Public sector customer service and the adoption of cloud technology
Open Access Government - Technology News
JUNE 21, 2022
Rob Irons, Senior Manager at Hinduja Global Solutions, discusses whether public sector customer service has improved with the adoption of cloud technology. Has cloud (and a pandemic) enabled us to finally punch above our weight? The advancement of public sector customer service has undoubtedly been due to the adoption of cloud technology, which opens new ways of working, saves delivery costs and supports the social value agenda.
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How Are New Informal Transit Routes Formed?
The City Fix
JUNE 23, 2022
In 2015, the chairman of a Kampala administrative zone about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the city’s downtown addressed a hand-written note to the chairman of a minibus taxi association. He humbly requested the group of drivers expand its services. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Changing Perspectives: How I Define Myself as a Teacher Leader
Homeroom
JUNE 9, 2022
By: Misael Gonzalez, High School English Language Arts teacher, Miami, Florida In many ways, my definition of teacher leadership was shaped by dramatized Hollywood portrayals of real accounts: a heroic singular leader fighting the system to make a change, a school in a “rough part of town” with a high minority-student population, and a challenge. Continue Reading.
Writing Grants When You’re NOT a Grant Writer
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
JUNE 24, 2022
Anytime I lead a grant writing workshop, I always ask the attendees to share their grant experience – whether they’ve been a grant professional for years and are looking for a refresher or if they’ve been voluntold that grants are now under their preview. Many workshop attendees admit that two days ago their boss told them to start looking for and writing grants because they needed money for their organization.
Why is health improvement policy so difficult to secure?
Paul Cairney
JUNE 6, 2022
By Paul Cairney, Emily St.Denny, John Boswell Here is a long read based on our new paper (pre-print ‘Why is health improvement policy so difficult to secure?) and reflections on a recent academic-practitioner workshop in Scotland.
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.
Lessons Learned from TANF Clients
Barrett & Greene
JUNE 30, 2022
In researching the 26-year-old Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program recently, we had the chance to talk with Mary Beth Vogel-Ferguson, a University of Utah research professor who has spent the last 23 years in a state-funded project to interview TANF clients and share results with agency management and senior leadership. “My role, which I really appreciate, has been in kind of translating what folks who are experiencing the program say and helping the people that run the progra
The #1 thing you need to do to write successful grants
Grant Writing Made Easy
JUNE 30, 2022
I want to help you write successful grants because I know the work you do matters. And I know that a lot of the grant writing advice out there isn’t going to get you the results you want. Why? Because it’s piecemeal. It elevates one or two actions as quick fixes. But the reality is that it takes a lot more to write successful grants than just knowing where to look for them or having the writing skills to craft a compelling proposal.
4 Lessons on Optimizing Land Use and Mobility to Fight Climate Change From Vitoria-Gasteiz
The City Fix
JUNE 13, 2022
Like many European cities in the 20th century, Vitoria-Gasteiz, capital of the Basque Country in Spain, experienced rapid population growth, followed by increased motorization and urban sprawl. What makes Vitoria-Gasteiz stand out is the coordinated action its leaders and community. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Education Announces nearly $25 million for Promise Neighborhoods Funding
Homeroom
JUNE 29, 2022
By: Brenda Calderon, Ph.D., Office of Elementary and Secondary Education “Promise Neighborhoods build on the rich resources, ingenuity, and creativity of communities to bring together schools, nonprofits, and other organizations in a concerted effort to meet the needs of children and youth”— Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. What if students were supported from cradle to.
ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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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.
Become a Stronger Grant Writer Simply by Addressing DEI
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
JUNE 10, 2022
Maybe it’s human nature. Maybe it’s cultural. Maybe it’s Maybelline. But seriously, why have I wasted so much time thinking in strict dichotomies? Either/or thinking has stopped or slowed some major career choices such as employee vs. consultant, grants vs. fundraising, grant writing vs. coaching or training. The best experiences in my personal and professional life have come from navigating the gray spaces that often drive profound positive change—when I’ve stepped back to listen and learn and
Border Patrol Lacks Important Information about Immigration Checkpoints Within the United States
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JUNE 29, 2022
Each year, more than 50 million vehicles pass through U.S. Border Patrol’s interior immigration checkpoints. There are more than 110 checkpoints, located generally 25 to 100 miles from the southwest and northern borders along U.S. highways and.
The cities of the future are smart – but we must also make them secure
Open Access Government - Technology News
JUNE 28, 2022
From glasses giving wearers, VR and AR overlay to smart rings tracking our sleep, technology is only continuing to grow, what will our cities of the future look like and will they be safe? Our architectural environment is no different. Cities are becoming smarter, and local and national governments are looking to technology to help them meet the needs of their populations and the planet.
A Look at Politics in Parks
Park Leaders
JUNE 28, 2022
On this episode of the Park Leaders Show, guests Jonathan and Destry Jarvis, join the show to discuss their book, National Parks Forever: Fifty Years of Fighting and a Case for Independence. Fusing experience with non-fiction, Jonathan and Destry unpack five decades of political tension involving state parks. Since 1972, conflicting perspectives in the Department of the Interior have hindered the role of the National Park Service.
Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments
Advertiser: Noratek
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.
For Vibrant US Cities, Invest in Multi-modal Transportation
The City Fix
JUNE 22, 2022
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, offers U.S. states and cities the chance to invest in transportation systems that modernize infrastructure, expand access and mobility for all people in a community, improve public. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
How Can the Academic Community Recover from the Impact of COVID-19
Grant Training Center
JUNE 27, 2022
There is no question that COVID-19 has had and is having a severe impact on faculty throughout US colleges and universities. This is reflected in all areas of their work, including research, teaching, tenure and promotion and service. Findings of a recent Chronicle of Higher Education survey of faculty stress which surveyed 1,122 faculty members at four-year and two-year institutions around the nation of whom 50% were tenured and the remaining tenure-track, non-tenured, part time and adjunct fac
The 3-Step Framework for Getting Grant Funding
Grant Writing Made Easy
JUNE 27, 2022
There are some grant writing experts and instructors who believe that the key to getting grant funding is to… …Do more. …Go faster. …Work harder. And I couldn’t disagree more. Taking this frantic approach is a recipe for burnout. Plain and simple. It’s also not going to get you the results you want. (Watch my recent videos here and here to learn why this approach doesn’t work.).
10 Most Common Gaps Of Legacy ERPs
OpenGov
JUNE 24, 2022
And how to solve them without open-heart surgery Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are crucial to government infrastructure. They are the center of critical financial data, enabling everything from double-entry accounting to vendor payments. But when it comes to the modern needs of government, legacy ERP systems fall flat. Today, many governments are looking to […].
Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness
Advertiser: Noratek
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
Sharing global insights from the World Bank on cloud adoption for governments
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 23, 2022
Working with governments and public sector agencies around the world, we often find that people have the same questions about cloud, the benefits, the risks – and what it even is. While we have lots of helpful material from Microsoft which can provide answers to these questions, sometimes there’s nothing like hearing these messages from a neutral third party.
Google Cloud launches new sustainability offerings to help public sector agencies improve climate resilience
Google Public Sector
JUNE 23, 2022
Governments play a vital role in understanding and responding to climate change; however, they often lack the actionable insights they need to respond quickly. To help solve this problem, Google Cloud is introducing new offerings that help organizations utilize Earth observation data to better understand climate risks and provide insights to inform policies for adaptation strategies.
Why Cycling Is Critical for Resilient Cities [PODCAST]
The City Fix
JUNE 6, 2022
Many governments and authorities started to build cycling infrastructure during the COVID-19 lockdowns. But were these developments temporary or the foundation of a permanent shift towards truly cyclable cities? In this episode of WRI’s “Big Ideas Into Action” podcast, we. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
For Pride Month, We Look at Some of the Challenges Facing Some LGBTQ+ Communities
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JUNE 23, 2022
Pride Month is meant to mark a turning point for gay rights and recognition efforts by the LGBTQ+ community. Each June—to align with the June 27, 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan—Pride is celebrated with picnics and parades, while also.
Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?
Advertiser: Noratek
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.
Procurement Offices and the Environment
Barrett & Greene
JUNE 22, 2022
It would be a wonderful thing, we think, if the federal government could move forward on environmental issues. But as recently as a few hours ago, the Washington Post reported that Congress is still squabbling over details of a clean energy proposal, with Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia holding out on one of the key elements of the bill that much of the remainder of his party supports.
A place for teens at the library
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 22, 2022
Looking for something to do or a place to connect with friends this summer? The library offers plenty of fun, informal programs that are easy to discover and participate in all summer long. Teen Summer Reading Our Summer Reading program runs through Aug. 15. Teens who read for 20 days are eligible for a free […].
Join our Webinar June 29th on Benefits of Digital Document Workflows
Microsoft Public Sector
JUNE 23, 2022
Join the first session of our webinar series Wednesday, June 29th 1:00pm ET|10:00am PT as we share Forrester research study* insights on the benefits of automated digital processes for your organization, and how Adobe's integration with tools like Microsoft 365 can further streamline your workflows and create better employee and citizen experiences.
Local Government Benefits: How to Use Benefits to Attract Government Workers
GovPilot
JUNE 22, 2022
The "Great Resignation" inspired many Americans to actively seek new roles as they grew weary of their previous employer, sought better benefits or a higher salary. The exodus of local government workers at the height of the pandemic left many localities struggling to make progress at a time of unprecedented need for the leadership of municipalities and counties.
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.
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