February, 2020

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McKinsey’s Private Markets Annual Review

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Updated annually, our Private Markets Review offers the best of our research and insight into private equity, private real estate, and other private markets. Explore the findings from our most recent report and scroll for past years’ reports.

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At World Urban Forum, Renewed Urgency to Safeguard Vulnerable Communities

The City Fix

“Acknowledgement, voice and the right to negotiate” – that’s what’s needed to bring the world’s urban poor back into the system and begin creating cities that work for everyone, said Sheela Patel, chair of Slum/Shack Dwellers International (SDI), at the 10th. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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So many library books, so little time

Princeton Public Library

If you’re anything like me, you sometimes get a little over-ambitious when it comes to checking out books from the library. You’re browsing the catalog, trying to find a new cookbook to bring home, and before you know it, you’ve put ten different things on hold–five cookbooks, a beautiful children’s graphic novel, a non-fiction book […].

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Reviewing the HLPF's "format and organizational aspects" - what's being discussed?

Global Policy Forum

Reviewing the HLPF's "format and organizational aspects" - what's being discussed? Karolin Seitz. Thu, 02/20/2020 - 12:39. Body. Dr. Marianne Beisheim. This working paper by the German Institute for International and Security Affairs identifies and discusses proposals currently under debate for reviewing the “format and organiza tional aspects” of the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development ( HLPF). .

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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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New Feature – Auto Shading

Social Pinpoint

Social Pinpoint's new auto-shading functionality will allow you to easily shade the area outside of layers on the map. The post New Feature – Auto Shading appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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San Francisco: Bastion Of Fauxvironmentalism

The Market Urbanism Report

Dense housing is good for the environment. So why are San Francisco's climate activists so against it?

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Charlotte Is the Largest US City to Purchase Renewable Energy Through a Green Tariff

The City Fix

More than 200 U.S. cities, townships and counties have adopted 100% clean energy targets. While some have already achieved them, many more are still trying to figure out how they will work with many stakeholders, most notably their electric utilities, to. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Community partner spotlight: League of Women Voters

Princeton Public Library

To extend our community outreach, the library partners with many municipal, non-profit and business organizations that make Princeton such an extraordinary town. This month the League of Women Voters (LWV) is in the spotlight.

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A Blueprint for Social Equity and Economic Prosperity — March Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

The March issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on this bonus episode of Open Space Radio we’re diving deeper into one of the feature articles, “ St. Louis: A Path Toward Equitable Design.” The article showcases the framework plan for the Chouteau Greenway in St. Louis — a $250 million greenway development. The public-private partnership spans 15 miles and 20 neighborhoods, with the goal of connecting communities and unifying different populations.

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Season 3 Episode 6 - Dominic Delmolino, CTO, Accenture

GovCast

Dominic Delmolino shares insights from "Lessons from Exploring AI in Government," a new report featuring best practices from a number of government leaders. The Accenture Federal Services CTO also discusses the state of cloud computing and prospects for quantum in the federal government. Plus, he explains why he recently went back to school and what he learned from the experience.

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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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San Francisco: Bastion Of Fauxvironmentalism

The Market Urbanism Report

Dense housing is good for the environment. So why are San Francisco's climate activists so against it?

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Episode 94: Delivering Outcomes and Building Trust Using Data

FedHeads

On Episode 93, the Fedheads welcome Dave Wennergren, CEO of the American Council for Technology – Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC), and Grant Thornton Director, Kelly Morrison, discuss how technology business management help to modernize the federal government information technology system and the modernization effort in cybersecurity. On Episode 93, the Fedheads welcome Dave Wennergren, CEO of the American Council for Technology – Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC), and Grant Thornton Direc

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The Most Successful Air Pollution Treaty You’ve Never Heard Of

The City Fix

International consensus on cross-border environmental issues has been difficult to achieve, but the 40-year-old Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution (or LRTAP as it is known to development professionals) has enjoyed great, if largely unsung, success in the fight against air. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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This too shall pass

Princeton Public Library

Am I good enough? What’s wrong with me? These questions, along with constant nervousness, stem from the paralyzing anxiety I deal with every day. Social situations can prove to be difficult and worrying about the smallest task is all too common. Struggling with anxiety is no easy task. It can cause me to lose focus, […].

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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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Cultivating a New Generation of Diverse Environmental Leaders — Episode 060

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

Parks everywhere serve as a gateway to nature and the great outdoors. As stewards of these spaces, it’s our responsibility to cultivate the next generation of diverse environmental leaders that will utilize and protect these spaces for generations to come. To assist park agencies with this important work, NRPA recently collaborated with renowned expert and author, Angelou Ezeilo, to host an interactive diversity workshop at our headquarters in Ashburn, Virginia, and we’re thrilled to have her jo

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Season 3 Episode 5 - Stacie Alboum, Deputy Director, NIH Center for Information Technology

GovCast

Stacie discusses her path within government and the importance women mentors played in her success within IT at NIH. She remarks on her "hero" Jeannette Rankin who inspired her during her time as a new working mom at the agency. Plus, Stacie discusses the importance of IT in public research to advance innovation.

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Updating Your Grant Strategy

Peak Proposals

Developing a grant strategy involves identifying the funders and funding opportunities you intend to pursue over a certain period of time (usually a 12-month period, although it could be longer). Grant strategies should be updated at least annually. This is not only because the funding environment changes over time but also because an organization’s priorities, resources, and programmatic interests can change as well.

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Episode 93: President's Budget Season

FedHeads

On episode 93 of the FedHeads, Robert Shea and Francis Rose discuss the President's budget proposal for FY 2021. On episode 93 of the FedHeads, Robert Shea and Francis Rose discuss the President's budget proposal for FY 2021.

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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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Community Resilience or Community Dystopia in Disaster Risk Reduction?

Disaster Planning and Emergency Management

In disaster risk reduction circles, there is an almost desperate reliance on 'community' and a strong growth in studies and plans to "involve the community" in facing up to risks and impacts (Berkes and Ross 2013). The intentions are laudable, as DRR needs to be democratised if it is to function. However,'community' is contentious concept (Barrios 2014).

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Help illuminate history

Princeton Public Library

How are archival materials made discoverable by researchers and the public online? One way that some archives are working to expand access to their digitized archival collections is by crowdsourcing transcription work.

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How Park and Recreation Professionals Are Agents of Change — Episode 059

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

On today’s episode, we sit down with Kristine Stratton, NRPA President and CEO, and Neelay Bhatt, Vice President at PROS Consulting Inc, to discuss their presentation at the Agents of Change Summit this week. They’ll be in San Diego, California, sharing how park and recreation professionals are agents of change in their communities — particularly around how they influence and change health behaviors and how parks are a solution to many of our most pressing health and wellness challenges, like ob

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Season 3 Episode 3 - Francisco Pereira, Director, NIMH's Machine Learning Team

GovCast

The National Institute of Mental Health’s machine learning team is guiding researchers with the best practices for using the technology, particularly within the section on functional imaging methods. We learn about the lead behind this team, Francisco Pereira, his passions for health care and for helping health researchers.

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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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CONSTITUTIONAL LAW:  Court Upholds Ordinance Prohibiting Discrimination Against Public Assistance Recipients

NLRG (National Legal Research Group)

John Stone —Senior Attorney, National Legal Research Group. A survey conducted in Minneapolis, Minnesota, indicated that barely half of the residential rental listings surveyed were affordable for persons receiving vouchers from the federal government's "Section 8" program, and only about a quarter of those affordable properties were willing to accept such vouchers.

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Episode 92: Small Things Done Well Make Bigger Things Possible (Part 3)

FedHeads

The FedHeads return in the last of the 3 part series! Governor O'Malley continues the lists of ten steps to starting your own stat system. The FedHeads return in the last of the 3 part series! Governor O'Malley continues the lists of ten steps to starting your own stat system.

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Episode 91: Governing for Results in the Information Age with Gov O’Malley (Part 2)

FedHeads

Part 2 of our FedHeads series with Governor Martin O'Malley , the FedHeads dive into the former Baltimore Mayor’s time as Governor of Maryland and the importance of strategic goal setting. Part 2 of our FedHeads series with Governor Martin O'Malley , the FedHeads dive into the former Baltimore Mayor’s time as Governor of Maryland and the importance of strategic goal setting.

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Season 3 Episode 4 - Bruce Tromberg, Director, National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering

GovCast

Bruce Tromberg discusses the importance his department's research in biophontics and biomedical imaging plays in technologies that serve the greater health care space.

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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.