Next City’s Solutions of the Year: Part Two
Next City
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Part Two of our 21 Best Solutions of 2021 showcases eviction diversion, rethinking philanthropy, combatting racism in design education and child welfare, and more.
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Why Electric Vehicles Are Not a Climate Change Silver Bullet
The City Fix
DECEMBER 13, 2021
This year, reports have indicated that to keep temperatures from rising more than 1.5°C, there must be a major drop in greenhouse gas emissions. The transportation sector is the fastest growing contributor of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and must be drastically transformed. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
A Fatal Error: Confusing Manuscript Writing with Grant Writing
Grant Training Center
DECEMBER 6, 2021
One of the major issues that beginning grant writers have is that their writing is much more suited for manuscripts rather than the development of an idea for which they are requesting funds. Understanding the difference, both in concept as well as approach, between these two forms of writing is crucial. To this end, following is a description of the differences between the two: Ultimately, manuscript writing is primarily individualistic, whereas grant writing is a team effort that can include c
2021 reading list and commentary
Librarian.net
DECEMBER 31, 2021
Here was the twitter thread of what I read last year but I should note, it has two 46es on it. I read about the same this year. I started and finished 115 books. Not bad. One more book got added to my best in show category: The Space Between Worlds by Micaiah Johnson, though I felt like I read a lot of good books this year. Here are stats for the books that I finished. average read per month: 9.6. average read per week: 2.2. number read in worst month: 6 (February). number read in best month: 14
The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook
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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.
How to Build a Successful CRA Strategy and Action Plan
CRA Today
DECEMBER 29, 2021
The new year comes with a lot of exciting possibilities and is a great time to reflect on your CRA program. It’s time to look back at what your program has accomplished in the past year and look forward to what impact you can forge this new year. Creating an annual CRA strategy is an industry best practice and lets you manage your strategic priorities along with the resources available for the year ahead.
Smart Strategies for Closing the Digital Skills Gender Divide
Government Technology Insider
DECEMBER 29, 2021
An analysis from the National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) found that more than 300,000 women left the labor force last September – even though 194,000 jobs were added to the economy during the same month. Economists advise that infrastructure policies should include plans to ensure that this current disruption does not reverse years of progress made in gender workforce equality.
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Invest in Walking and Cycling For Sustainable, Safe Cities. Here’s How.
The City Fix
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Traditional, car-centric transport planning has not only increased greenhouse gas emissions, but has also detrimentally impacted air quality, road injuries and fatalities, and traffic congestion. As the world faces the climate crisis and continues to face a growing global road. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Top 5 Gifts for Your Community Engagement Team
Social Pinpoint
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Do you work in community engagement? Tick. Do you enjoy gifts? Tick (who doesn’t). Well, to be honest, that’s all you need to get some joy from this festive round-up of practical gifts. The post Top 5 Gifts for Your Community Engagement Team appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.
A CRT statement from VLA
Librarian.net
DECEMBER 23, 2021
I’m on a team of people who help keep the town’s volunteer-run laundromat open. We’ve had a “mask suggested for vaccinated people” sign up since maybe summertime. I make the signs. I also do my laundry there. Yesterday no one was wearing masks. I don’t know their vaccination status but I do know about omicron and it’s concerning.
How to Build a Successful CRA Strategy and Action Plan for 2022
CRA Today
DECEMBER 29, 2021
The new year comes with a lot of exciting possibilities and is a great time to reflect on your CRA program. It’s time to look back at what your program has accomplished in the past year and look forward to what impact you can forge this new year. Creating an annual CRA strategy is an industry best practice and lets you manage your strategic priorities along with the resources available for the year ahead. .
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.
Opening moves
Princeton Public Library
DECEMBER 20, 2021
From my perspective, public libraries and chess have always been intertwined. When I was a young child, my father, who loved reading, took me to our local public library on Saturday mornings to explore the stacks. I think that initiated my lifelong love of books and sparked my natural curiosity. When I was about 11 […].
Next City’s Solutions of the Year: Part One
Next City
DECEMBER 20, 2021
In Part One of Next City's Solutions of the Year slideshow, we highlight programs that meet people where they are, and give people what they need.
5 Priorities for Cities After COP26
The City Fix
DECEMBER 8, 2021
Without getting cities right, we cannot solve the climate crisis. Contributing to 75% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, it is impossible to overstate their central role. Cities’ choices influence and can drive change in every system that needs to be decarbonized. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Tips to Increasing Resident Engagement with Community Surveys
zencity
DECEMBER 20, 2021
Community surveys are as old as the opinions they collect. Local governments have long relied on surveys for good reason. They are an excellent way to measure residents’ views on the entire spectrum of issues, from infrastructure and land use, to taxes, and more. Surveys allow local governments to use community input to make budget and policy decisions based on residents’ expressed needs and priorities, and to measure resident satisfaction levels for good performance management. .
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.
How To Create Climate Change Solutions With Your Community
Social Pinpoint
DECEMBER 19, 2021
We need rapid innovation and intensive collaboration to steer the ship towards decarbonization. Here are three ways you can activate your community and create climate solutions together. The post How To Create Climate Change Solutions With Your Community appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.
Regulations carving out a path for new businesses? They may be less important than you think.
The Lowe Down
DECEMBER 16, 2021
Article by Abbas Seltzer. Regulations carving out a path for new businesses? They may be less important than you think. During the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, over 200,000 businesses closed permanently in the United States. The rollout of effective vaccines lowered the risk of infection and death for many Americans, and it also launched an economic recovery enabling new businesses to open.
Google Cloud enables the National Cancer Institute's Institute for Systems Biology-Cancer Gateway in the Cloud to support breast cancer research with fast and secure data sharing
Google Public Sector
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Research organizations today recognize the challenge of sifting through siloed data sets, and analyzing and sharing this data with the global research community—all while staying secure and compliant within a range of national and international standards. It is precisely these constraints that led the U.S. National Cancer Institute (NCI) to create Cloud Resources , which are components of the NCI Cancer Research Data Commons that allow scientists to analyze cancer datasets in a cloud environmen
Platform to Employment
The Whistle Post
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Platform to Employment. Make Employment Happen. Our Programs. Platform to Employment creates a pathway to opportunity for job seekers by helping the long-term unemployed get back to work. Platform to Employment Programs. Platform to Employment Connecticut. Learn More. Platform to Employment Re-Entry. Learn More. Platform to Employment for Veterans. Learn More.
Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments
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5 Takeaways for Decarbonizing Buildings from COP26
The City Fix
DECEMBER 21, 2021
For the building and construction sector, COP26 in Glasgow marked a crucial moment to bring consensus around systemic change in the industry. It was the first time in COP history that the Built Environment had a dedicated day, alongside Cities. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
The Importance of Being Gentle on Yourself Right Now
Grants4Good
DECEMBER 15, 2021
We are in a profession where the demands are high and never-ending. Immediately after you achieve that lofty goal (1M in fundraising?) there’s another bigger milestone to reach. That is why I want to share this important lesson that came from an unexpected place. I started taking karate when I was seventeen (way back in the […]. The post The Importance of Being Gentle on Yourself Right Now appeared first on Grants4Good.
Community partner spotlight: Princeton Artist Directory
Princeton Public Library
DECEMBER 13, 2021
To extend our community outreach, the library partners with the many municipal, non-profit, and business organizations that make Princeton such an extraordinary town. This month, we spoke with Mary Waltham and Mik Bökelmann of the Princeton Artist Directory (PAD). Janie Hermann, manager of adult programming at the library, recounts that in the early days of […].
A Study of Low-Income Communities and School-to-Prison Pipelines
The Lowe Down
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Article by Julia Garbee. A Study of Low-Income Communities and School-to-Prison Pipelines. “School-to-prison pipeline” is a term coined by civil-rights advocates for the close relationship between school discipline and the criminal justice system. Attending a school with a high suspension rate could mean a 15% to 20% higher likelihood of a child being incarcerated as an adult, a 2019 NBER paper finds.
Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness
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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
2021 Spotlight: The U.S. Cities with the Most Satisfied Residents
zencity
DECEMBER 13, 2021
What makes a city a great place to live? There are many factors, from local economy and access to great entertainment, to a strong sense of community, to the sheer beauty a city has to offer. At Zencity, we help local governments improve services by helping them understand what their residents prioritize , what they’re talking about, and what they feel is lacking.
Crime Prevention (with Michael Ramos)
Policy Chats
DECEMBER 10, 2021
In this episode, Former District Attorney of San Bernardino County Michael Ramos talks with a student from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about Crime Prevention. About Michael Ramos : Michael A. Ramos was elected as San Bernardino County’s District Attorney in 2003 and served in the position until 2019. He currently serves as one of the External Relations Directors for the Robert Presley Center of Crime and Justice Studies at the UCR School of Public Policy.
The Top Urban Stories From a Year of Pandemic
The City Fix
DECEMBER 20, 2021
As 2021 closes, most cities around the world continue to grapple with the uncertainty of a pandemic now in its second year. Amid dips and rises in cases, the emergence of new variants, and the ongoing challenge of vaccinating the. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Visions of Recovery: Community Philanthropy for Resilience
First State Insights
DECEMBER 10, 2021
Stuart Comstock-Gay, President and CEO of the Delaware Community Foundation, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about existing and potential roles for philanthrophy in ensuring resilient communities and households across Delaware. The Delaware Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on partnering with donors to build opportunity and advance equity in Delaware.
Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?
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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.
Capturing Conversations with Auckland Council and FranklyAI
Social Pinpoint
DECEMBER 8, 2021
The ability to understand and cater to multiple languages and multiple cultural nuances is all but a dream for many communication professionals. You want to ensure you are capturing and connecting with everyone in your community, and, quite frankly, that can be extremely difficult to navigate. Now, imagine if you could remove these barriers so. The post Capturing Conversations with Auckland Council and FranklyAI appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.
North Carolina Embarks on a Digital Transformation Journey with Guidance from NCDIT
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DECEMBER 9, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly accelerated digital transformation efforts for state and local governments, helping them to capitalize on long-held plans to improve citizen access to government programs and information through technology. With new sources of funding helping drive these modernization efforts, where should CIOs start the journey? Which systems, capabilities, and applications are top of the list for modernization?
Whistle for me
Princeton Public Library
DECEMBER 7, 2021
Earlier this week, I found myself mesmerized by a video recording of Bernadette Peters singing “Anyone Can Whistle” I hadn’t seen before, and for the first time I understood how quietly devastating it is. “What’s hard comes easy. What’s natural comes hard …” There are parts of life that we think should be so easy, […].
Crime Prevention (with Michael Ramos)
Policy Chats
DECEMBER 10, 2021
In this episode, Former District Attorney of San Bernardino County Michael Ramos talks with a student from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about Crime Prevention. About Michael Ramos : Michael A. Ramos was elected as San Bernardino County’s District Attorney in 2003 and served in the position until 2019. He currently serves as one of the External Relations Directors for the Robert Presley Center of Crime and Justice Studies at the UCR School of Public Policy.
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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