Sat.Jan 13, 2024 - Fri.Jan 19, 2024

article thumbnail

San Antonio plans to tackle violence with a public health approach. Here’s what that looks like.

GCN

Several cities use the "beyond-policing" approach that aims to reduce gun-related violence, sexual assaults and other crimes against people.

article thumbnail

Foster Positive Relationships at Camp with Fun Social Skills Lessons

Summer Camp Programming

The original inspiration for this post comes from Cindy Grant. Teaching Social Skills at Camp Let’s talk about social skills – those essential abilities that help us interact with others in positive and respectful ways. Social skills are not always easy to learn, especially for kids who have different needs and preferences. That’s why it’s […] The post Foster Positive Relationships at Camp with Fun Social Skills Lessons first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

246
246
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

FEMA Updates and Simplfies Individual Assistance Disaster Aid Processes

Disaster Zone blog

This will help many people get the help they are entitled to.

185
185
article thumbnail

Accelerating Europe: Competitiveness for a new era

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Turbulent times have highlighted new fragilities in Europe’s economies. Addressing them could be the catalyst for a new wave of competitiveness and growth.

134
134
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

‘Super mayor’ goes viral amid salary ordinance controversy

GCN

Tiffany Henyard, the mayor and supervisor, of two suburbs in Illinois, spearheaded a bill reducing a potential successor’s salary if she loses her 2025 reelection bid. It’s the latest in a long line of alleged misdeeds by the charismatic and controversial political figure.

2025 132
article thumbnail

SCP 197: Magazine Style #10

Summer Camp Programming

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Curt and Chris discuss a wide variety of topics for summer camps. This is their 10th magazine edition. This episode includes a special event idea, program idea, staff idea, new AI tool, some trivia questions, theme ideas, and more. Links: Pika.art Stand-Up Paddle Boards ORTUR Laser Master 2 Laser Engraver […] The post SCP 197: Magazine Style #10 first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

Magazine 130

More Trending

article thumbnail

Why Local Governments Should Make Housing Part of Their Economic Development Plans

NLC (National League of Cities)

NLC’s Entrepreneurship and Economic Development team helps cities meet their economic security needs by building robust and inclusive economies. We do this by seeking opportunities to explicitly address the historical income and wealth inequalities that impact Black and Indigenous people and other people of color in entrepreneurship and small business growth and development.

article thumbnail

States vie for leadership role on AI

GCN

In recent days, governors announced major artificial intelligence initiatives that include creating a subcabinet focused on issues related to the emerging technology, licensing ChatGPT for employee use and unveiling an “AI Moonshot” initiative.

article thumbnail

What is fintech?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Fintechs are companies that rely primarily on technology and cloud services—and less so on physical locations—to provide financial services to customers.

127
127
article thumbnail

Federal Cloud Transformation: Navigating Challenges With a Zero-Trust Approach

GovLoop

Digital transformation is a driving force for government agencies, with cloud technology playing a pivotal role. However, the focus isn’t solely on adopting modern IT; it’s equally about safeguarding it. The expansive security perimeter of a cloud network poses a significant challenge, considering that every connected device becomes a potential entry point for cyberattacks.

Security 115
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Making Cities a Part of the Presidential Election Story

NLC (National League of Cities)

As the nation enters 2024 and begins the next presidential election cycle – kicking off with the January 15 caucuses in Iowa and January 23 primaries in New Hampshire – now is the time for local leaders to ask: How will the next president of the United States prioritize cities, towns and villages?

2024 119
article thumbnail

Congress averts shutdown for third time in four months

GCN

A short-term spending deal was passed on a bipartisan vote in both the House and Senate. But, as some hoped, it does not provide additional funding for two critical programs helping low-income Americans.

Voting 124
article thumbnail

How CEOs can mitigate compounding risks

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

When risks combine, the cumulative impact can have existential consequences. But leaders can prevent compounding risks from sneaking up on them by adapting risk processes to manage multiple threats.

article thumbnail

The Effectiveness of Economic Sanctions At Risk from Digital Asset Growth

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Economic sanctions are an important foreign policy tool that the U.S. uses to try and deter foreign states that are acting contrary to our interest or engaging in behavior such as human rights abuses. But increasingly, foreign states facing U.S.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Congress Votes to Keep Federal Government Open; Sets New March Deadline for FY2024 Spending Bills

NLC (National League of Cities)

This week, a new short-term federal spending bill passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support. The new Continuing Resolution will keep the federal government open and operating through February and gives Congress new deadlines in March for passing the 12 annual federal appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2024.

Voting 103
article thumbnail

Can cities clear homeless camps without offering an alternative?

GCN

The Supreme Court will hear a case on how far local governments can go to enforce bans on sleeping and camping in public spaces.

article thumbnail

Closing the women’s health gap: A $1 trillion opportunity to improve lives and economies

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Investments addressing the women’s health gap could add years to life and life to years—and potentially boost the global economy by $1 trillion annually by 2040.

article thumbnail

Powering Partnerships, Driving Impact: The Public Sector Partner Learning Center is Here

Google Public Sector

Google Public Sector is pleased to introduce the Public Sector Partner Learning Center – now available in the Google Partner Advantage Portal. Inside the learning center, partners can access powerful Go-to-Market (GTM) Kits, unlocking a wealth of resources designed to elevate impact in the market. Discover compelling value propositions, engage with customer success stories, embark on insightful learning journeys, and navigate opportunity registration seamlessly – all within a user-friendly inter

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

The 7 Important Things You Need To Consider Before You Buy a Radio Ad for Your Library

Super Library Marketing

Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 224 Morning drive time. Evening drive time. Afternoon talk show. Radio stations, their formats, their audiences, and their ad prices vary greatly. You might be wondering if an ad on a radio station is an effective use of your limited library marketing budget. I’ll break down the list of things you’ll need to consider if you want to buy a library radio ad in this episode.

article thumbnail

Connecting researchers and legislators can lead to policies that reflect scientific evidence

GCN

COMMENTARY | Researchers want real-world impact. Lawmakers want programs that work. The public wants to benefit from taxpayer-funded research. Building a bridge from academia to legislatures is key to all three.

article thumbnail

The trends defining the $1.8 trillion global wellness market in 2024

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Our latest Future of Wellness survey finds that consumers are taking greater control over their health—and expect companies to provide effective, science-backed solutions.

2024 107
article thumbnail

Q&A: Vermont CIO Denise Reilly-Hughes Weighs Citizen Needs During Cloud Journey

State Tech Magazine

In September, Vermont Gov. Phil Scott appointed Denise Reilly-Hughes as secretary of the Agency of Digital Services and state CIO. She was previously deputy secretary for the ADS and became interim CIO in July before her permanent appointment to the position. In October, Reilly-Hughes participated in her first panel at the annual meeting of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO), discussing cloud modernization and Vermont’s cloud posture.

article thumbnail

Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

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

article thumbnail

An Up and Down Experience: How One Library Used a Challenge To Educate Their Community About the Freedom To Read

Super Library Marketing

Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library Most of us think libraries are a magical place. But the library Patrick Culliton frequented as a child was truly a place of wonder. It was in the William E. Telling Mansion in South Euclid, Ohio. Built in 1928, the Telling Mansion now houses the Museum of American Porcelain Art. But back when Patrick was a kid, this historic building was home to the South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library system.

article thumbnail

Governors propose spending billions on overdue infrastructure projects

GCN

In State of the State addresses this week, several governors said they would prioritize ambitious and much needed infrastructure projects. Plus, more news to use from around the country in this week's State and Local Roundup.

112
112
article thumbnail

The shape of talent in 2023 and 2024

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

If 2023 was the year of the manager and the launchpad for generative AI, what will 2024 bring for talent leaders?

2024 123
article thumbnail

Developing Affordable Housing Through Collaborative City-University Partnerships

NLC (National League of Cities)

Written in collaboration with Gregory Kienzl, Director of Data and Impact, Office of Engagement and Community Affairs, University of Pittsburgh. In our nation’s cities, the lack of affordable housing continues to challenge local leaders. According to the 2023 Urban Institute study, there was a shortage of 7.

Housing 72
article thumbnail

Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

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.

article thumbnail

Regional Wars Were Predicted

Disaster Zone blog

This is one prediction that has been proven to be true.

100
100
article thumbnail

How to prevent America’s aging buildings from collapsing – 4 high-profile disasters send a warning

GCN

Policies vary by state, but there are currently few widespread mandated rules for regular, structural inspections of entire existing buildings.

123
123
article thumbnail

How could Panama Canal restrictions affect supply chains?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A cap on canal transits could reroute millions of tons of cargo. Different sectors face different choices.

122
122
article thumbnail

Housing for Post-Secondary Students

NLC (National League of Cities)

Post-secondary students – defined as those pursuing education after high school – often lack access and eligibility for programs that are designed to provide affordable housing and supportive services to those experiencing housing insecurity. In 2020, 48 percent of post-secondary students reported experiencing some form of housing insecurity, while 14 percent reported experiencing homelessness.

Housing 69
article thumbnail

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.