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Low-Speed Zones Save Lives. How Do You Design an Effective One?

The City Fix

As the COVID-19 pandemic has altered urban landscapes and pushed many people toward active mobility, there’s increased urgency to make roads safer for walking and cycling. Many cities are now tasked with protecting more vulnerable users in addition to creating. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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AAPI: Anti-Asian Violence & Discrimination (with Janelle Wong)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park Janelle Wong talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about anti-Asian violence and discrimination in America. About Janelle Wong : Janelle Wong is Professor of American Studies and a core faculty member in the Asian American Studies Program.

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Community partner spotlight: Friends of Princeton Open Space

Princeton Public Library

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 Wendy Mager, Board President of Friends of Princeton Open Space.

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Legacy Modernization with FedInsider’s Government Panel

CarahCast

Listen to this examination of the strategies governments and technology companies are using to modernize technology to increase the accessibility and functionality of digital citizen services. Listen to this examination of the strategies governments and technology companies are using to modernize technology to increase the accessibility and functionality of digital citizen services.

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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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3 Lessons from Hong Kong’s Fossil Fuel Vehicle Ban

The City Fix

In densely urbanized Hong Kong, transport is the second largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, at 18%. Vehicle traffic is also a major source of toxic air pollutants like NOx, volatile organic compounds and carbon monoxide, accounting for 18%, 21%. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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AAPI: Anti-Asian Violence & Discrimination (with Janelle Wong)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park Janelle Wong talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about anti-Asian violence and discrimination in America. About Janelle Wong : Janelle Wong is Professor of American Studies and a core faculty member in the Asian American Studies Program.

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Legacy Modernization with SolarWinds

CarahCast

Listen as industry leaders share ways they have assisted state and local governments address both the direct impacts of the pandemic and the gaps and shortfalls brought to light. Listen as industry leaders share ways they have assisted state and local governments address both the direct impacts of the pandemic and the gaps and shortfalls brought to light.

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3 Reasons Why Smart Charging is Key for Electric Vehicle Fleets

The City Fix

The allure of electric vehicles (EVs) has never been stronger. EVs have zero tailpipe emissions, offer lower operating costs than conventional gasoline-powered vehicles and now come in a range of sleek models. With the tailwind of private sector initiatives such. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Caring for the Mental Well-Being of Our Staff and Communities — June Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

The June issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of the podcast, we’ll be diving deeper into one of this month’s feature stories, “ Mental Health Care in a Pandemic.” In the article, Parks & Recreation’s Associate Editor Lindsay Hogeboom explored the ways park and recreation agencies have provided mental health services to their staff and their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Doing Good, Being Kind, and Spreading Love with Terrill Haigler aka YaFavTrashman

Iron Sharpens Iron

On this episode of Iron Sharpens Iron, Leon and De’Wayne talk trash, advocacy, and civic engagement with Terrill Haigler a.k.a. YaFavTrashman. Terrill shares why he launched the YaFavTrashman Instagram account last June, what it’s like to be a new community organizer, and why he’s so passionate about building relationships with people in positions of power.

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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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Legacy Modernization with Google Cloud

CarahCast

Listen as industry leaders discuss the use of Big Data in business intelligence and analytics, the impact of collaboration technologies on data proliferation and management, and the emergence of data-driven citizen services in the wake of the pandemic. Listen as industry leaders discuss the use of Big Data in business intelligence and analytics, the impact of collaboration technologies on data proliferation and management, and the emergence of data-driven citizen services in the wake of the pand

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Ep. 44 - Recruiting the Next Generation of Public Procurement Leaders with Darin Matthews

Decisions That Matter

Thank you for listening to Decisions that Matter, a public Procurement Podcast brought to you by Procurated. On this episode it is our pleasure to be joined by author, director, consultant, podcaster , and all around great procurement mind, Darin Matthews. On this episode we have a great discussion about nurturing and hiring the next generation of procurement leaders, the future of procurement technology, and much more.

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It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See Ya Later! — Episode 091

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

Today’s episode is a very bittersweet one, as we are bidding farewell to one-half of the Open Space Radio team. Roxanne Sutton, NRPA Director of Communications and the creative mind behind launching Open Space Radio, will be moving on and pursuing some really cool new adventures soon — but this, unfortunately, means she will no longer be co-hosting the podcast.

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Episode 156: Driving innovation from her she shed

FedHeads

The FedHeads were proud to host Director of Research and Innovation Cathie McGhee to hear how she is driving research and innovation at Virginia’s Department of Transportation all from her she shed. Enjoy The FedHeads were proud to host Director of Research and Innovation Cathie McGhee to hear how she is driving research and innovation at Virginia’s Department of Transportation all from her she shed.

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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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Legacy Modernization with FedInsider’s Industry Panel

CarahCast

Listen as industry leaders share their insights and strategies for increasing the accessibility and functionality of the digital government. Listen as industry leaders share their insights and strategies for increasing the accessibility and functionality of the digital government.

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Ep. 44 - Recruiting the Next Generation of Public Procurement Leaders with Darin Matthews

Decisions That Matter

Thank you for listening to Decisions that Matter, a public Procurement Podcast brought to you by Procurated. On this episode it is our pleasure to be joined by author, director, consultant, podcaster , and all around great procurement mind, Darin Matthews. On this episode we have a great discussion about nurturing and hiring the next generation of procurement leaders, the future of procurement technology, and much more.

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Rivers of Data – Inland Electronic Navigation Charts

Data.gov

Nautical charts provide critical information to mariners in support of safe navigation. Historically these charts have been printed and distributed on paper, but modern communications systems allow for electronic charts that are able to be updated as new information becomes … Continued. The post Rivers of Data – Inland Electronic Navigation Charts appeared first on Data.gov.

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What Is The Future Of Wood Skycrapers?

The Market Urbanism Report

An interview with developers building an 8-story timber-frame project in Charlottesville, VA.

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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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Future-Proof Your Vaccine Management Plan with Salesforce, DocuSign, and OwnBackup

CarahCast

During this panel, the experts discussed what policies should companies have in place for their vaccine rollout, should companies mandate that their employees be vaccinated, and how can Vaccine Cloud be leveraged beyond COVID-19? During this panel, the experts discussed what policies should companies have in place for their vaccine rollout, should companies mandate that their employees be vaccinated, and how can Vaccine Cloud be leveraged beyond COVID-19?

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What Is The Future Of Wood Skycrapers?

The Market Urbanism Report

An interview with developers building an 8-story timber-frame project in Charlottesville, VA.