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How Utility Poles and Streetlights Can Improve Equitable Access to EV Charging in U.S. Cities

The City Fix

In August 2021, the Biden Administration and American automakers set a goal for electric vehicles (EVs) to make up 50% of new vehicle sales by 2030. In support of this goal, the recently enacted federal Infrastructure Investment Act allocates $7.5. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Bridging the Digital Skills Divide: Why is the U.S. Digital Labor Market Undersupplied?

Government Technology Insider

As industries undergo rapid digitization, disparities in digital access are creating economic and social inequities. While bringing broadband connection to marginalized communities has been a significant step forward, governments will also need to focus on increasing access to digital skills training to really galvanize social and economic equity. Recently, U.S.

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Middle-Mile Networks: The Middleman of Internet Connectivity

Meeting of the Minds

The development of public, open-access middle mile infrastructure can expand internet networks closer to unserved and underserved communities while offering equal opportunity for ISPs to link cost effectively to last mile infrastructure. This strategy would connect more Americans to high-speed internet while also driving down prices by increasing competition among local ISPs.

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Digital Civic Engagement as an Equity Solution for Cities & Counties

zencity

Social media has the power to positively impact civic engagement. It is an opportunity for local governments to increase engagement, to get more equitable community feedback and reach more residents, and to help build trust with the community by more easily meeting them where they are. Today’s blog takes you through both the challenges and the successes of social media’s impact on civic engagement and why it has so much to offer local government.

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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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December top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

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 ages up to five years old and their families. Storytime! With the arrival of colder weather, in-person storytime returns indoors in the library beginning Thursday, Dec. 2 at 10:30 a.m. and […].

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Should We Use Compensation to Increase Public Participation?

Social Pinpoint

The idea of using compensation to enhance public participation is gaining momentum. We have reached out to a range of community engagement experts to discuss their thoughts. The post Should We Use Compensation to Increase Public Participation? appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Episode 182: How does the PMA help restore America's trust in government

FedHeads

The Fedheads return from Thanksgiving break grateful for the release of the President's Management Agenda (PMA)! The PMA is a crucial strategy that sets the administration's priorities for government-wide management and improving the operations of agencies. [link] The Fedheads return from Thanksgiving break grateful for the release of the President's Management Agenda (PMA)!

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Culdesac: A Blueprint For Parking-free Development?

The Market Urbanism Report

A Tempe project tests the ultimate in transit-oriented development.

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Culdesac: A Blueprint For Parking-free Development?

The Market Urbanism Report

A Tempe project tests the ultimate in transit-oriented development.