Super Library Marketing

MARCH 27, 2023

Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library My phone has a folder just for conference apps. And perhaps this is super nerdy, but I get a sense of thrill from moving an app from the folder to my homepage. It means it’s time to attend a conference! Conferences, in whatever form they take, give you space to step away from your normal work tasks and learn, network, and get re-energized.

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GCN

MARCH 30, 2023

Some lawmakers are trying to ban the app from government-owned devices, a move experts say will strengthen cybersecurity.

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Accountability Government 52

GCN

MARCH 28, 2023

User-friendly login tools and clear communication go a long way toward getting staff in step with cybersecurity protocols.

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Communications 121

Next City

MARCH 27, 2023

Guaranteed income programs across California are working with pregnant women and families in an effort to break the cycle of poverty-driven health disparities.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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.

Security

Reprogramming the City

MARCH 28, 2023

A note of appreciation for an act of reuse that transforms a Stockholm public space. Equality is a difficult notion for cities. Perfect in concept, imperfect in delivery. Before boarding a plane for a talk in Sweden, I received an email asking me to submit an image that represented urban equality to be projected during a panel discussion on the topic.

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Public Health 130

Disaster Zone blog

MARCH 28, 2023

Of course they should. I’m not to blame for my decisions.

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Government 203

State Tech Magazine

MARCH 29, 2023

The challenges facing the nation’s community water systems are vast and ever-expanding. It’s not enough that utilities across the country need to monitor for scores of contaminants and oversee broad water distribution networks. In recent years, they’ve been forced to develop strategies to maintain operations in the face of new threats posed by climate change, extreme weather and cybercriminals.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

MARCH 29, 2023

The federal government reported an estimated $247 billion in payment errors during the most recently completed fiscal year (FY 2022). These errors include overpayments or payments that should not have been made—for example, payments to deceased.

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2022 Government 119

Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 28, 2023

IoT can help housing associations identify unsafe homes and ensure that tenants are not exposed to dangerous living areas Throughout the UK, local authorities and housing associations have a responsibility to ensure citizens live in safe and secure homes. Maintaining high standards is paramount. The tragic story of Awaab Ishak , a two-year-old from Rochdale who died due to direct exposure to black mould, shows the catastrophic reality of what’s at stake when unsafe homes go under the radar.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 29, 2023

The risk and ambiguity inherent in innovation can make employees shy away from it. Creating an innovation culture where risk-taking is embraced must start at the top.

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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.

Local Government

State Tech Magazine

MARCH 28, 2023

Chicago’s city council recently passed an ordinance aimed at improving traffic safety and efficiency with two pilot projects: Smart Streets and Smart Loading Zone. The first would use cameras on city poles or vehicles to capture parking infractions and ticket offenders, while the second would use license plate-reading cameras to make loading zone payment easier and catch violators.

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GCN

MARCH 31, 2023

Colorado plans to leverage federal grant dollars to help its smaller communities protect themselves and expand a shared security operations center to track threats.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

MARCH 28, 2023

More than 3,000 local leaders from across the nation gathered in Washington, DC for the 58th annual Congressional City Conference (CCC). The ongoing theme of this year’s CCC was the importance of education, partnerships, and job creation to build better cities, towns, and villages.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 27, 2023

The space sector is at an inflection point similar to what commercial air travel experienced after World War II and the internet saw in the 1990s. Is your company ready to capture the opportunity?

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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.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 30, 2023

Why is sustainable procurement so important? And how can organisations use technology to accelerate their efforts? One of the biggest challenges companies face is designing and implementing sustainable procurement policies and overcoming a lack of crucial visibility across their supply chains. As global communities continue to tackle the climate crisis, greater focus has been placed on ESG standards and how organisations can lower their carbon footprint.

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GCN

MARCH 27, 2023

Tasks that can benefit from automation such as software development, traffic management or rote tasks are good candidates for ChatGPT, but those that need more subjectivity still require human intervention, experts say.

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Development Management 106

The City Fix

MARCH 30, 2023

China’s transport CO2 emissions accounted for 11% of the world’s transport greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, following only the United States (21%), according to data from Climate Watch. And these numbers have been growing rapidly: The average annual growth rate of China’s transport.

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Transportation Accountability Sustainability 98

AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 29, 2023

When many think of climate change, they often think of floods, fires, droughts, and ecosystem collapse. However, the impacts of climate change spread far beyond natural disasters. Climate change is also a significant factor in many health-related issues, from the increase of pest-related illness, to food scarcity, access to clean air and water, and beyond.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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.

Local Government

State Tech Magazine

MARCH 27, 2023

The South Florida Water Management District oversees water resources for more than 9 million residents, from Orlando to the Florida Keys. That means monitoring water quality, especially in Lake Okeechobee, the largest freshwater lake in the state and the 10th largest lake in the country. That’s no small task. “My staff is about 75 Ph.D. scientists in various disciplines,” says Sean Sculley, chief of the applied science bureau in the SFWMD’s Water Resources Division.

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GovLoop

MARCH 31, 2023

The GovLoop “ Decision Intelligence: New Possibilities for Data-Based Decision-Making ” guide explores creative ways for agencies to maximize data’s potential, and examines concerns regarding what data is used, for what purpose. Here are related resources you might find helpful. ⇒ Practices to Improve Data Stewardship and Value A part of the Federal Data Strategy, these are actionable goals to help agencies, practitioners and policymakers improve government’s use of data.

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Careers in Government

MARCH 25, 2023

Post-COVID we are in different times than ever before. For quite a while, job seekers were in control and now we are seeing this power shift. The post How a Transformational Career Coach Makes Superior Candidates appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 29, 2023

We must improve security because the impacts of human error on cybersecurity can be immense, and one small slip-up can have disastrous impacts One small slip-up or moment of personal irresponsibility can cause havoc for even the most robust organisations. An incident involving Sellafield nuclear power plant earlier this year served as a reminder of the risks posed by employees’ actions.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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

Local Government

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 31, 2023

Funders and nonprofits – two sides to a very important coin. Sure, nonprofits would not last long without the resources provided by individual donors, foundations, corporations, and (in some cases) government agencies. But without nonprofits, the work provided for our citizenry, environment, and animals would not happen at all, or at the very least, at the scale it is.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 31, 2023

With bold, decisive action, the US higher education sector could expand its impact, deliver on its promise of more-equitable outcomes, and improve the nation’s economic competitiveness.

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Education 91

Careers in Government

MARCH 25, 2023

The number of people working from home (WFH) in the past few years has skyrocketed. This was necessary during the COVID-19 pandemic. The post The Future of Remote Work for Local Government appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Local Government Government Education 97

GCN

MARCH 28, 2023

The Commerce Department’s Regional Economic Research Initiative will provide accessible data tools, visualizations and expert services help to federal, state, local and tribal decision-makers better understand what kind of projects will promote growth.

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Advertiser: Noratek

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.

Local Government

Super Library Marketing

MARCH 29, 2023

Watch the video here The #LibraryMarketing Show, Episode 183: Are you the only person handling your library’s social media promotions? Do you have about 1000 other tasks you need to complete at work each day? You don’t have to sacrifice your library’s social media presence just because you’re short on time. In this episode, I’ll show you how to manage library social media in ten minutes a day or less!

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 30, 2023

Despite a challenging landscape, China remains one of the most attractive markets in the world for multinational companies that can strike a balance between global and local.

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Careers in Government

MARCH 25, 2023

A 2023 Global Leadership study by consulting firm DDI found that only 40% of leaders reported their company to have high-quality leaders. The post Strengthen Your Leadership Bench: 4 Essential Questions Leaders Should Ask appeared first on Careers in Government.

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GCN

MARCH 27, 2023

COMMENTARY | Data management solutions can help public health agencies effectively organize, analyze and optimize the value of their data.

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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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