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3 Ways Cross-Departmental Alignment Can Improve Public Health in Your City

NLC (National League of Cities)

From public works and sanitation to economic development and community engagement, the role that city governments play in serving their local communities is complex and multifaceted. When the work is this widespread, communicating across teams can be confusing and time-consuming, and its easy to slip into silos.

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Community trust is a firefighter’s greatest asset

American City & Country

But it’s the utility companies in public works who are responsible for clearing the road when a power line is down or when a gas line must be shut off. This requires a significant amount of training that aligns with departmental and community needs.