Tue.Feb 13, 2024

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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CEO excellence: How do leaders assess their own performance?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Early results from our proprietary CEO Excellence Assessment Tool offer insights into the key issues facing more than 100 CEOs, mostly from Asia, and where they feel most confident—and most vulnerable.

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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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Counties want more money for elections. Washington is unlikely to provide it.

GCN

“I just don't want anybody to walk out of here thinking that all of a sudden a massive flow of funds is going to come forward,” a House committee chairman told county officials.

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Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation

Speaker: Noratek

Maintaining parks and recreation facilities efficiently is no easy task, especially when faced with scheduling issues, aging infrastructure, and inconsistent inspections. Join us for this insightful webinar where we explore the most common challenges departments like yours are facing and how digital tools like CityReporter can help you streamline operations, ensure safety, and make better use of your resources.

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The McKinsey Crossword: We’re All Animals | No. 167

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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Washington’s key climate law is under attack

GCN

In 2023, the state’s Climate Commitment Act generated more than $2 billion for projects to clean up transportation, shift to clean energy and help communities adapt to the effects of a changing climate. But this fall, voters will get a chance to shut it all down.

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How to successfully apply for corporate grants

Professional Grant Writer

Corporations are often thought of as potential in-kind donors for nonprofits. For example, grocery stores may be willing to donate food for an. The post How to successfully apply for corporate grants appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Catching Zs: 4 ways to tap the incoming wave of young workplace talent

GCN

COMMENTARY | Connecting with potential hires requires agencies to offer flexible, digital work arrangements, along with an opportunity to meaningfully shape their communities and their world.

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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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First Responders Can Audit Their Digital Footprint to Set Priorities

State Tech Magazine

Public safety agencies would benefit enormously from a digital audit. One goal of such an audit would be to determine which analog (or manual) processes could benefit from digitalization. In so doing, public safety agencies should analyze how to capitalize on their existing application footprint. For example, many police departments have physical inventory – case files, photos, other evidence – in boxes around their offices, much of it requiring manual shipping for reference.

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Cities know that the way police respond to mental crisis calls must change. But how?

GCN

Cities are experimenting with new ways to meet the rapidly increasing demand for behavioral health crisis intervention, at a time when incidents of police shooting and killing people in mental health crisis have become painfully familiar.

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Decarbonizing Delivery Amid the Blending of Physical and Digital Retail

NLC (National League of Cities)

Delivery fleets are mainstays on our streets, and they aren’t going away anytime soon. With shifts towards blended physical and digital retail, more communities are grappling with how to manage the increased presence of delivery vehicles. In many cities, leaders have already taken action to improve local infrastructure and reduce emissions and congestion.

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TechUK celebrates UK’s top 200 fastest-growing tech companies in public sector

Open Access Government - Technology News

Tussell and TechUK have unveiled the 3rd annual Tech200 awards, t his highlights the exceptional growth of the 200 fastest-growing technology companies in the UK public sector From the financial year 2021/22 to 2022/23, these companies have demonstrated skills in supplying cutting-edge solutions to government entities nationwide, in anticipation of the Tech200 awards.

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Maximizing Municipal Budgets: Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners

Speaker: Noratek

Join this insightful webinar on how local governments can reduce costs and optimize resources. Discover how municipalities like yours are leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, reduce operational costs, and generate lasting ROI. Key Takeaways: Learn actionable steps to reduce operational costs and increase community engagement Explore how digital tools can streamline inspections and reporting Understand the financial and operational benefits of digital management solutions Hear real-

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Crisis Communications as Damage Control

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

One only has to watch or read the national news to see crisis communications being practiced. It could be a train derailment, a poor response by a government to a disaster, or a politician or well-known personality being pilloried in the press for something they are accused of saying or doing. In those situations you need to know something about crisis communications, the topic of this podcast.

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Prisons after COVID-19: A prison chaplain’s view

Open Access Government - Technology News

IPCA Worldwide President David Buick shares the prison chaplain’s perspective on changes after the COVID-19 pandemic The prison system is perhaps one of the strongest bastions of resistance to the digital world. While electronic surveillance tags have, in theory, made it possible to keep people in a virtual prison bereft of actual walls and bars, overall, we still seem to want to keep people physically locked up and, in doing so, restrict their access to the digital tools most of us take for gra

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Exploring the World of Government Legal Jobs

Careers in Government

Law students passionate about making a difference in the legal field often consider pursuing careers in government. Imagine shaping the nation’s legal framework and championing public interest—it’s not just a career; it’s a calling. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact. Discover how to stand out in government […] The post Exploring the World of Government Legal Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Short stories for a short month

Princeton Public Library

Anthologies and short story collections are a fantastic way to enjoy writers new and old and get a taste for their style. The post Short stories for a short month appeared first on Princeton Public Library.

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Easy to Do Business With: Why Simplifying Business Licensing Is a Best Practice

Many business license applications still can't be completed online, creating a frustrating user experience and lowering compliance. Shifting to a digital process makes it easier for staff and businesses alike. This guide covers: How to build a licensing and registration experience that works for your staff and local businesses. Why technology is your best partner for improving licensing and registration compliance.

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Exploring the World of Government Legal Jobs

Careers in Government

Law students passionate about making a difference in the legal field often consider pursuing careers in government. Imagine shaping the nation’s legal framework and championing public interest—it’s not just a career; it’s a calling. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact. Discover how to stand out in government […] The post Exploring the World of Government Legal Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Eastampton, NJ Deployed Certified List Requests and Additional New Modules With GovPilot

GovPilot

Eastampton expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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Exploring the World of Government Legal Jobs

Careers in Government

Law students passionate about making a difference in the legal field often consider pursuing careers in government. Imagine shaping the nation’s legal framework and championing public interest—it’s not just a career; it’s a calling. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact.

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Revolutionizing Public Sector Procurement: Harnessing the Power of DocuSign CLM and SAP Ariba

CarahCast

Tune in to our podcast episode featuring DocuSign and SAP industry experts as they discuss how DocuSign CLM and SAP Ariba can streamline contract agreements, fortifying the connection between Public Sector agencies and suppliers. Tune in to our podcast episode featuring DocuSign and SAP industry experts as they discuss how DocuSign CLM and SAP Ariba can streamline contract agreements, fortifying the connection between Public Sector agencies and suppliers.

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A Guide For City Managers & CAOs to Achieve Operational Excellence

This guide addresses the unique operational challenges faced by smaller municipalities, such as limited resources, budget constraints, and diverse community needs. By leveraging digital tools, City Managers and Municipal Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and improve service delivery. The guide covers identifying operational challenges, choosing the right software, and implementing digital solutions.

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What Government CIOs Should Know About US-China Security Threats

GovCast

Cyber threats from China have been the subject of recent high-profile Congressional hearings lately. Analyst Jack Corrigan from Georgetown University’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET) spoke to the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission Feb. 1 about the risks that Chinese information and communications technology and services (ICTS) have on U.S. national security and critical infrastructure.

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Having Fun and Doing the Right Thing in San Antonio — Episode 151

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

We know the importance of partnerships in parks and recreation, and on today’s episode of Open Space Radio, we’re diving into an exciting partnership between NRPA and Bobcat. As part of this partnership, Bobcat has extended five grants, each worth $50,000, to support five park improvement projects across the country. Today, we’re excited to learn more about one of these projects taking place in San Antonio, Texas.