Why so many election officials are leaving
GCN
MARCH 28, 2024
Some states are seeing high rates of turnover among local election officials, according to new research. It’s a troublesome trend that may have a silver lining.
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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
MARCH 3, 2023
But as I moved into work with nonprofits, I realized that outside of local governments, many organizations do not take advantage of the assistance provided by their elected officials. To get the details of how to best lean into working with elected officials, check out the latest episode of Fundraising HayDay.
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Pride Month: Spotlighting the First Openly LGBTQ Elected Official in U.S. History
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 25, 2024
By Kathy Kozachenko, Former Councilmember, Ann Arbor, MI My name is Kathy Kozachenko, and this is my story – or at least part of it. Fifty years ago, I was a 21-year-old woman full of idealism and a passion for justice. I had come to the University of Michigan in 1970 wanting to be a […] Source
CISA issues cybersecurity toolkit for election officials
GCN
AUGUST 10, 2022
The toolkit helps state and local election officials identify their risks, make their infrastructure more resilient and protect voter information from attacks.
Feds push local election officials to boost security ahead of 2024
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Local election officials are encouraged to beef up their cybersecurity practices to safeguard their voting systems against potential threats heading into the 2024 presidential race.
West Virginia’s top election official on trust, social media and secure elections
GCN
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Ahead of what promises to be a hectic election season, Secretary of State Mac Warner spent part of his last National Association of Secretaries of State Winter Conference touching on conspiracy theories, among other topics.
Feds unveil resource for election officials and workers
GCN
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The webpage provides free resources for state and local officials as they grapple with fears of possible foreign interference in elections and physical threats linked to conspiracy theories.
Supreme Court Issues Important Decision Impacting Elected Officials and Use of Social Media
NLC (National League of Cities)
MARCH 22, 2024
Freed, the Supreme Court established the test for when local government officials are considered “state actors” for the purposes of the First Amendment when they post on social media. […] Source
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Feds preach vigilance amid multiple physical, cyber threats against election officials
GCN
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
In response, agencies as varied as CISA and the Postal Inspection Service are offering a slew of free and low-cost resources in a bid to help states and localities keep issues under control.
AI misinformation a ‘whole new area’ for elections officials to deal with
GCN
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Intergovernmental collaboration will be crucial in fighting the proliferation of AI deepfakes this election cycle, especially in helping voters navigate increasingly sophisticated robocalls and political ads.
New Local Elected Officials Resource For Specialized Policing Oversight
NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 18, 2024
In the evolving landscape of law enforcement, specialized police units have become commonplace in addressing community issues that traditional patrol units may struggle to handle effectively.
Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘Getting Elected Is the Easy Part’
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DECEMBER 13, 2023
Insights from a long-serving state-level elected official.
Four Key Strategies for Leveraging Federal Workforce Investments
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 12, 2024
Preparing a skilled workforce for the jobs of today and tomorrow remains a top concern among local elected officials.
Top 5 Moments from Congressional City Conference
NLC (National League of Cities)
MARCH 15, 2024
Hosted by the National League of Cities during its yearlong Centennial Celebration, CCC is a critical opportunity for local elected officials to meet and connect with their peers and federal agency […] Source
These federal grants can help ease multiplying election threats
GCN
MAY 16, 2024
Cyber and physical threats are some of the biggest issues local election officials face ahead of the November presidential contest. Researchers said while there is a finite amount of funding, federal grants can help ease the pressure.
FCC poised to require calls to the 988 suicide hotline be geolocated
GCN
MAY 7, 2024
Elected officials and mental health advocates want 988 calls to be geolocated as well. Routing calls based on location versus a person’s area code is already standard for calls coming into 911. A new FCC proposal would do that.
Virginia election officials change process for removing dead people from voter rolls
GCN
APRIL 18, 2023
A computer coding error in Virginia's Department of Elections voting system failed to flag less obvious death records, leading to deceased people remaining on voter lists. But now registrars can submit obituaries to clean up voter rolls.
Supreme Court appears wary of restricting government action to control misinformation
GCN
MARCH 18, 2024
The justices' skepticism in the case has state and local election officials breathing a little easier as they worry about misinformation efforts ahead of November elections.
How State and Local Government Can Bolster Election Security
GovLoop
JUNE 10, 2024
In an age of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, election officials also need the public to believe they’re doing all this securely, because election integrity isn’t just about accurately counting votes. Election officials and poll workers are now facing an unprecedented level of physical threats and intimidation,” Richberg said.
Local election officials brace for possible violence and threats
GCN
OCTOBER 27, 2022
With worries over armed poll “monitors,” voter intimidation and risks to staff, some are coordinating with law enforcement or conducting special training ahead of Election Day.
Disaster Zone Podcast: Working with Legislators to Promote Disaster Resilience
Disaster Zone blog
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Check out the benefits of working with elected officials.
Oregon’s drug decriminalization aimed to make cops a gateway to rehab, not jail. State leaders failed to make it work.
GCN
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Just over three years since Oregon voters passed Ballot Measure 110, elected officials want to repeal key elements, blaming the law for open drug use and soaring overdoses. But it’s their own hands-off approach that isn’t working, advocates say.
Funding for local cybersecurity efforts is insufficient, survey says
GCN
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Local government IT executives are reluctant to even ask elected officials for more, according to the group behind the survey, knowing requests will likely be rejected.
How Does the Federal Government Keep Elections Secure?
FedTech Magazine
JANUARY 2, 2024
From foreign meddling to disinformation campaigns, election officials and their cyber teams have security top of mind. The security of the electoral process has become a paramount concern for cybersecurity experts in recent years.
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Local Leaders’ Role Before, During and After Disasters
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Local elected officials play a crucial role in disaster resilience, whether it’s planning for disasters to mitigate risks or leading their community through recovery. Officials have distinct roles before, during, and after disasters.
Nonwhite people are drastically underrepresented in local government
GCN
JANUARY 29, 2024
COMMENTARY | As in the federal and state governments, local elected officials are more likely to be white than their constituents. At times, such as with school boards, the differences are particularly stark.
Virginia election officials find 149K more unprocessed voter changes from DMV
GCN
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Voter registration data was blocked from being transferred to local election offices due to computer coding issues, officials said.
Researchers to quantify political polarization
GCN
AUGUST 17, 2022
The Polarization Research Lab will merge public opinion data from in-depth surveys with elected officials’ rhetoric to help understand both the causes and the effects of mass polarization.
Election officials have been largely successful in deterring cyber threats, CISA official says
GCN
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Public-private partnerships and enhanced resource sharing activities have been key to defending against outside threats to voting systems, according to the head of CISA’s National Risk Management Center.
Arctic Wolf CISO Outlines Election Security Measures
State Tech Magazine
MARCH 5, 2024
With election security a top concern, Arctic Wolf commissioned the Center for Digital Government to survey over 130 state and local government leaders about their perceived state of readiness. StateTech talked to Arctic Wolf CISO Adam Marrè about the survey findings and how election officials and IT leaders can safeguard the vote.
NLC and Americans for the Arts Celebrate Public Leadership in the Arts
NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 4, 2023
NLC and Americans for the Arts are partnering to celebrate the work of local elected officials who champion the arts in their communities. The Public Leadership in the Arts Award recognizes elected officials at all levels of […] Source
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Top Moments of City Summit 2022
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
This year, over 3,600 local elected officials, partners and municipal staff from 49 states, DC, and Puerto Rico traveled to Kansas City, MO for our first in-person City Summit since 2019. Attendees spent three days attending sessions on the most pressing issues facing America’s cities, towns, and villages.
Register Now for NLCU Spring Courses
NLC (National League of Cities)
MARCH 19, 2024
Thousands of individuals manage America’s 19,000 cities, towns, and villages – both career staff members and elected officials – who dedicate their lives and careers to bettering the places we all call home. Where can they turn for help? Where can they improve themselves as civil servants and stewards of their community?
Understanding the New ATF Firearm Dealership Regulations
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 17, 2024
Local elected officials play a crucial role in ensuring public safety and regulatory compliance within their communities.
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It’s Time to Obligate ARPA SLFRF Funds
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
By: Mark Shepherd, Mayor, Clearfield City, Utah and Chairman of the Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations at the National League of Cities By now, I am confident there isn’t an elected official in the United States who isn’t aware of the State and Local Fiscal Relief Funds (SLFRF) program created under the American Rescue Plan […] (..)
Working with Legislators to Promote Disaster Resilience
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OCTOBER 3, 2023
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800+ Local Leaders Advocate for Their Communities on Capitol Hill
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 7, 2023
This year, more than 800 elected officials and city […] Source The Cities Congressional Conference offers local leaders a chance to meet directly with their Congressional Delegation in Washington, D.C. to advocate on behalf of cities, towns and villages.
Women’s History Month 2023: Our Responsibility to Lead by Example
NLC (National League of Cities)
MARCH 7, 2023
As the 2023 President of the National League of Cities (NLC) Women In Municipal Government (WIMG) Constituency Group, I am excited to bring attention to this important month and to challenge my fellow women elected officials to look […] Source
Action on Gun Violence: Why Every Town Matters
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 28, 2023
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month and in cities across the country, the impact that gun violence has on communities tops the list of what keeps elected officials up at night.
Supreme Court to Review Important First Amendment Social Media Cases
NLC (National League of Cities)
JUNE 8, 2023
Garnier, meaning they will both be heard before the court.The cases involve almost identical issues: whether an elected official violates the First Amendment by blocking someone from their social media account where that account […] Source Freed and O’Connor-Ratcliff v.
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How states integrate GIS and elections
GCN
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Despite accelerated timelines and lack of GIS-trained staff, states have geocoded voter addresses, assigned voters to newly redrawn precincts and improved transparency for voters and elections officials.
5 Ways to Incorporate DEIA in Municipal Hiring to Improve Service Delivery
NLC (National League of Cities)
OCTOBER 25, 2022
In response to these shifts, municipalities across the nation are working to ensure that elected officials and public administrators are representative of their constituencies to improve municipal service delivery. America’s racial and ethnic demographics have become increasingly diverse over the past few decades.
HELPING LOCAL FINANCE LEADERS RATE THEIR BUDGETING PRACTICES
Barrett & Greene
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Results from local government budgeting in general, would likely show less innovative practices.” While the survey found that local governments are inclined to take into account the priorities of elected officials and staff, when it comes to listening to residents, the results were somewhat bleaker.
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Misinformation ‘harms nearly every element of election administration,’ committee report finds
GCN
AUGUST 15, 2022
State election officials said that they “need help at the federal level” to counter the threat.
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