The City Fix
JUNE 11, 2021
Jaime Lerner passed away on May 27, 2021. A world-renowned Brazilian urbanist, he was three times mayor of Curitiba and two times governor of the southern state of Paraná. Besides his great ideas, he was a very kind person and. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Grants4Good
JUNE 30, 2021
Did you have to run and jump hurdles in gym class as a kid? I hope not because they’re hard, really hard, and what if you trip up?! Hurdles in our fundraising and grant writing field aren’t much easier. And in the spirit of the summer Olympics (coming soon!) I’m offering quick tips to tackle the […]. The post Grant Hurdle #1: No unsolicited proposals accepted appeared first on Grants4Good.
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Princeton Public Library
JUNE 28, 2021
We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to 5 years old and their families. Summer Nights Series at Princeton Shopping Center The library has partnered with Princeton Shopping Center to present a series of outdoor events on […].
First State Insights
JUNE 24, 2021
Cliff Grunstra, Chief Marketing Officer for the Delmarva Central Railroad, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about the role of shortline railroads on Delmarva. Cliff has more than a decade of experience in the railroad industry, including working for Carload Express, Inc.
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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.
Localgov
JUNE 23, 2021
Take this quick quiz. Local-government leaders, from city managers to clerks to finance directors, are interested in how to manage and monetize short-term rentals in their community. Take this quick quiz about vacation rental platforms, tax compliance, and how it impacts communities.
The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
JUNE 16, 2021
On June 15, the NYU Furman Center launched the Housing Solutions Lab. The Lab, led by an interdisciplinary team from the NYU Furman Center with funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, works with small and midsize cities to plan, implement, and evaluate promising local housing policies that advance equity and opportunity. The launch event, titled Housing and Opportunity in Small and Midsize Cities, featured a panel moderated by the Lab’s Executive Director, Dr.
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Public Works Group Blog
JUNE 7, 2021
Hinckley, MN, 1894. The top photo was taken before the fire consumed the town. The photo on the bottom was taken after the fire. Photos from A History of the Great Minnesota Forest Fires, Sandstone, Mission Creek, Hinckley, Pokegama, Skunk Lake by Elton T. Brown. For Building Safety Month, which was in May, I looked for some books I could read to help me better understand disasters and resiliency.
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 22, 2021
My grandmother came from a very large family, one that I knew very little about. Growing up, she has told me stories here and there, including those about her oldest brother who fought and lost his life in WWII.
First State Insights
JUNE 15, 2021
Ilana Preuss, Founder and CEO of Recast City, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about her latest book, "Recast Your City: How to Save Your Downtown with Small-Scale Manufacturing." Released by Island Press in June 2021, the book explains how local leaders can revitalize their downtowns by supporting small-scale manufacturing.
Public Purpose - An Independent Advisory Company
JUNE 5, 2021
Why we need a critical review of digital transformation of government and the public sector in Australia to support human flourishing through sustainable and shared prosperity. Australia needs a critical review of 20 years of digital transformation of government and the public sector to provide an honest and tough-minded critique of what’s been done and delivered so we can determine what big bets need to be made now that line up with the changing purpose, role and function of government in a ver
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The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
JUNE 11, 2021
After the COVID-19 pandemic severely affected the hotel industry in New York City, policymakers considered whether to promote the reuse of distressed hotel buildings as housing. After all, hotels are constructed to offer shelter, they have been mostly empty during the past year, and New York City is in constant need of expanding its housing supply. However, carrying out these conversions is not simple.
The City Fix
JUNE 24, 2021
The global coronavirus pandemic brought a wave of public and private initiatives to help societies adapt and recover, from economic stabilization and safety measures to new business models and shifts in consumption. Many of these initiatives are not green, despite. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Policy Chats
JUNE 4, 2021
In this episode, U.S. Office of Government Ethics Chief of Staff & Program Counsel Shelley Finlayson talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about ethics and transparency within the executive branch of the federal government. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms. Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs.
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 14, 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 Linda Oppenheim, board member of Not In Our Town Princeton.
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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.
First State Insights
JUNE 3, 2021
Rachel Premack, senior investigations reporter at Business Insider, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about her ongoing coverage of the freight sector and supply chain trends. Topics covered in this June 2, 2021 interview include recent supply chain disruptions, technology trends impacting the freight sector, and ongoing reports of truck driver shortages.
The Market Urbanism Report
JUNE 3, 2021
While some of New York City's financial exodus is due to market forces, much of it is self-inflicted.
CarahCast
JUNE 30, 2021
Listen to this podcast session with David Schmidtknecht, Co-Founder, Keith Johnson, Co-Founder and Theresa Backus Dunn, Director of Marketing, at cBEYONData, to learn about utilizing CFO Control Tower and AWS to modernize your organization’s financial processes. Listen to this podcast session with David Schmidtknecht, Co-Founder, Keith Johnson, Co-Founder and Theresa Backus Dunn, Director of Marketing, at cBEYONData, to learn about utilizing CFO Control Tower and AWS to modernize your organizati
The City Fix
JUNE 11, 2021
Half a century ago, a lethal haze of smoke and fog, otherwise known as the Great Smog of 1952, covered London and killed as many as 12,000 people. More recently, in 2013, Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah died at the hands of air pollution. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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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.
Policy Chats
JUNE 4, 2021
In this episode, U.S. Office of Government Ethics Chief of Staff & Program Counsel Shelley Finlayson talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about ethics and transparency within the executive branch of the federal government. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms. Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs.
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 8, 2021
Celebrate the official start of summer at the library by joining our annual Summer Reading program, beginning June 15. Open to readers of all ages, we invite you to reflect, investigate and interact with the world around you and see how “Reading Colors Your World.” Children and teens who log at least 20 days of […].
First State Insights
JUNE 1, 2021
Two professionals from Utah State University Extension join Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), to talk about empowering rural communities through remote work. Dr. Paul Hill is an Extension Professor and Director of the Rural Online Initiative (ROI) program, which develops and delivers remote work certificate programs.
The Market Urbanism Report
JUNE 3, 2021
While some of New York City's financial exodus is due to market forces, much of it is self-inflicted.
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Decisions That Matter
JUNE 29, 2021
On this episode of Decisions that Matter, Procurated CEO and Founder, David Yarkin , and co-host Bernadette Launi , sit down with two of the most innovative procurement leaders in Pennsylvania, Jennifer Olzinger , the Assistant Director and Procurement Manager for the City of Pittsburgh, and Trevor Day , the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Philadelphia.
The City Fix
JUNE 23, 2021
Last month the GSMA announced the launch of the GSMA Innovation Fund for Digital Urban Services funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The application deadline for the GSMA Innovation Fund for Digital Urban Services is July. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends
JUNE 29, 2021
As we continue to lift up stories of inclusion in celebration of Pride Month, my colleagues Allison Colman, NRPA’s director of health, and Teresa Morrisey, a program manager on NRPA’s Park Access team, recently published a blog post on the Open Space blog titled, “ A Pathway to Trans Inclusion in Youth Sports.” I highly recommend checking it out to learn more about building more inclusive environments where all people, regardless of their gender identity or expression, are welcomed, accepted and
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 1, 2021
We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to five years old and their families. Summer Reading 2021 It’s summer reading time. Starting on June 15, sign up online either from home or at the library and take the […].
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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.
CarahCast
JUNE 28, 2021
During this podcast, VMware partners heard from Carahsoft's Nick Wager, Vmware Pre-Sales System Engineer. During this podcast, VMware partners heard from Carahsoft's Nick Wager, Vmware Pre-Sales System Engineer.
FedHeads
JUNE 28, 2021
Congress and the Administration have a lot to get done and with margins in both the House and Senate so tight, it’s anybody’s guess what gets done. Congress and the Administration have a lot to get done and with margins in both the House and Senate so tight, it’s anybody’s guess what gets done.
Decisions That Matter
JUNE 29, 2021
On this episode of Decisions that Matter, Procurated CEO and Founder, David Yarkin , and co-host Bernadette Launi , sit down with two of the most innovative procurement leaders in Pennsylvania, Jennifer Olzinger , the Assistant Director and Procurement Manager for the City of Pittsburgh, and Trevor Day , the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Philadelphia.
The City Fix
JUNE 10, 2021
The WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities is the premier global award celebrating and spotlighting transformative urban change. The five finalists for the $250,000 prize come from very different urban environments — in Kenya, Argentina, Mexico, India and the United. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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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