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How trusted are state and local governments?

GCN

Confidence in lower levels of government may be better than in the federal government, but it’s still not nearly good enough. And that stands in the way of state and local leaders’ ability to get things done.

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Bringing New Insights to DEIA Initiatives

GovLoop

To commit to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives, public sector leaders must work through some important considerations related to their workforce, finance processes and policies. Three common challenges agencies can face are: Data fragmentation: This results from organizations’ reliance on multiple systems for human resources (HR) and financial processes, which limits their ability to capture, track and analyze DEIA data.

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Improving software security in the public sector

Open Access Government - Technology News

UK public sector organisations are facing threats and increasingly sophisticated attacks on key infrastructure and software security This trend is only expanding as more services become digitised and complex software supply chains multiply the opportunities for malicious actors to infiltrate networks. Cybersecurity has been at the top of the government agenda for a few years already.

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Online Extremism is a Growing Problem, But What’s Being Done About It?

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

A hate crime occurs nearly every hour in the U.S. It’s a growing problem that’s been fueled by hate-filled internet posts on social media and other internet platforms. Many of us have seen news headlines about extremist attacks that were fueled by.

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Municipal Maintenance: Ready, Set, Inspect!

Speaker: Noratek

Maintaining municipal operations is no small task, especially when budgets are tight and public expectations are high. In this webinar, we’ll explore how local governments can streamline their maintenance operations while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. What You’ll Gain: Proven strategies for effective inspection management Insight into leveraging digital tools Practical tips for addressing common maintenance challenges Examples of municipalities that have achieved success.

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Organizational health is (still) the key to long-term performance

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

McKinsey’s latest findings on organizational health demonstrate that it remains the best predictor of value creation and a sustainable source of competitive advantage in today’s global marketplace.

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WEST 2024: Artificial Intelligence Still Needs a Human Touch

FedTech Magazine

Artificial intelligence can be a valuable military tool, but several top military officials and industry experts said this week that they believe it will work best only if humans remain involved in its use. Speaking at WEST 2024 in San Diego, several officials talked about the coming use of AI in the Navy’s future hybrid fleet, a combination of manned and unmanned vessels.

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A Warning About the Nation’s Fiscal Health

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

The federal government is on an unsustainable long-term fiscal path that poses serious economic, national security, and social challenges if not addressed. And the longer we wait to act, the more dire the consequences will be on the economy and the.

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What programmatic acquirers do differently

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Our latest findings bolster the case for programmatic M&A. But beyond doing more deals, what gives programmatic acquirers an edge—and how does their dealmaking translate to value creation?

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SCP 199: The Art of the Mini-Camp

Summer Camp Programming

SHOW NOTES Curt and Chris discuss the concept of mini-camps as an introduction to the main camp for younger kids. They delve into how it gives children a taste of what a traditional overnight camp is like, and how it can help manage homesickness. Chris shares his experience of running a ‘discovery camp’, providing an […] The post SCP 199: The Art of the Mini-Camp first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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Corporate tax breaks are costing schools billions

GCN

A three-month investigation finds that tax abatements are coming at the expense of critical funding for school districts. But not all schools in a community are sharing the cash drain equally.

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How Breckenridge, CO Ensures Tax & Licensing Compliance

Breckenridge’s short-term rental boom—over 4,200 licenses —put intense pressure on the town’s small staff and manual processes. Facing compliance and efficiency challenges, the town teamed up with GovOS to automate its STR licensing. The new system: Cut admin time Reduced errors Improved the experience for property owners and town staff Discover the full impact of automation on Breckenridge’s STR management—download the case study.

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Transforming education globally through generative AI: Insights from AWS executive Valerie Singer

AWS Public Sector Blog

Sarah Storelli, left, interviews Valerie Singer during the fifth episode of the AWS Behind the Cloud vodcast. The education industry witnessed rapid transformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by student-centric, flexible learning. The industry made great strides in the digital divide, but there are still challenges that education leaders seek to address.

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What technology trends are shaping the mobility sector?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Technological innovation is transforming every aspect of the mobility sector, and more companies are beginning to investigate disruptive technology. A McKinsey analysis identifies the trends to watch.

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Heirs’ Property and Its Effects on Black Land Ownership in Cities

NLC (National League of Cities)

By Houston City Councilmember Tiffany D. Thomas Black Americans have a complicated relationship with land ownership, pointing back to Special Order No. 15, issued January 16, 1865, which intended to redistribute 400,000 acres (about half the area of Yosemite National Park) of land and a loaned mule to formerly enslaved people in forty-acre partitions.

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County officials lobby for internet subsidies

GCN

The FCC is currently turning away hundreds of thousands seeking assistance. If Congress doesn’t soon approve more funding, rural and urban county officials warn, millions will be plunged into “digital darkness.

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Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation

Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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Shop Talk at the Garage featuring Maria Roat and Renee Wynn

Microsoft Public Sector

Brought to you by Planet Technologies and Microsoft , "Shop Talk" is a new event series designed to elevate conversation and build community around the effective use of Microsoft tools and technology to drive maximum public sector impact. Join us Thursday, February 22, 2024 , to hear from esteemed special guests Maria Roat, former Deputy Federal Chief Information Officer and Renee Wynn, former NASA Chief Information Officer, as they reflect on their experiences leading transformative government

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Generative AI and the future of work in Australia

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Advances in generative AI have accelerated Australia’s automation opportunity. If implemented well, these technologies could improve Australia’s productivity—and the quality of life of its people.

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Tackling New York City’s Housing Crisis is a ‘Shared Responsibility’

The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

Top New York City officials urged state leaders in Albany to provide the necessary funding and legislative support to build additional housing as the city contends with its worst housing crunch in over 50 years. "We are facing a dire housing shortage,” said Adrienne Adams, City Council Speaker at the NYU Furman Center’s Policy Breakfast event Feb. 7. “We need our state partners to be involved.

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A decade in, pedestrian deaths dip under Vision Zero

GCN

Advocates say New York’s experience with the traffic safety approach shows promise, but the city has deployed safety measures like bike lanes and redesigned intersections more often in whiter and wealthier neighborhoods.

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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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Parking Reform for Municipalities of All Sizes

NLC (National League of Cities)

Parking reform encompasses a set of policy changes related to parking mandates, which specify the amount of parking that developers must provide for new or repurposed properties.

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Author Talks: Howard Friedman on getting the most from your data science team

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

We all know the best decisions are data driven. So why are so few leaders making good use of their analytics teams?

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Can AI Be Used to Check Stop Control Warrants?

Public Works Group Blog

For some time I have been thinking about how AI could be used to assist civil engineers and the public works industry. While I have several ideas, one obvious application I’ve thought about is using it to check all-way stop control signal warrants as defined by the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Since I was taking a class in AI with homework asking us to create our own GPTs using ChatGPT, I figured I’d use this opportunity to try out the MUTCD stop warrant idea.

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Re-Thinking Street Design with a Gender Lens: Lessons from a Street Experiment in Istanbul

The City Fix

Although it is widely recognized that gender disparities are echoed in the design and operation of urban transportation systems, gender-responsive transportation planning is still in its early stages. Drawing from the TOPUK project, which stands for “Women Accessing Public Transport,”.

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Holiday Safety Tips for Municipal Operations

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe

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House rejects an increase to the SALT cap

GCN

Election-year politics derailed an effort to raise the amount in state and local taxes married couples could deduct. Local governments argued an increase in the cap would help “hardworking American families facing higher federal tax bills.

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Generative AI in finance: Finding the way to faster, deeper insights

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Generative AI technologies can automate time-consuming tasks for finance professionals, but can they be trusted to give the right answers?

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Honoring National Gun Violence Survivor Week

NLC (National League of Cities)

By City of Cincinnati Councilmember Anna Albi One hundred and twenty people. That’s how many are shot and killed each day in America, along with an additional 200 who are wounded. In 2023, nearly 400 people were shot in Cincinnati. These numbers are completely heartbreaking.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: Crisis Communications as Damage Control

Disaster Zone blog

Tips from a communications Pro.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

Government agencies that rely on tax revenue to fund critical services and infrastructure are finding it more urgent than ever to bridge the gap between under-reported tax revenue and taxpayers’ understanding of the processes. This is especially true as things like short-term rentals (STRs) have grown in popularity and become new sources of income for residents.

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Federal money could supercharge state efforts to preserve nuclear power

GCN

A plant in Michigan might become the first in the nation to reopen after closing.

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McKinsey insurance leadership on 2024 trends and innovations

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

As insurance executives plan for the new year, what’s top of mind? What areas are ripe for innovation? McKinsey Senior Partners Jörg Mußhoff and Fritz Nauck discuss these and other topics.

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Better Visibility and Control Through Zero Trust

GovLoop

For the Defense Department (DoD), implementing zero-trust cybersecurity principles are an absolute must to protect against vulnerabilities and to continuously monitor evolving threats. The DoD needs to ensure that their personnel are properly trained, since about a third of cyber-related threats come from the inside. Controlling access and privileges for users and devices on its networks is another must, ensuring that devices are secured and that network identities don’t have unnecessary privile

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How the DoD unified data organization-wide with Apigee

Google Public Sector

Discovering data management solutions that align with the Department of Defense's (DoD) rigorous requirements for scale, security, and stability presents a formidable challenge. When DoD personnel make decisions, they need instant access to the data that supports them. Everything—from managing the DoD itself and executing Command and Control to making smarter decisions about their supply chain—relies on their access to reliable data.

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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.