Fri.Mar 08, 2024

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Silly “Survival Kits” for Summer Camp Fun

Summer Camp Programming

Long ago, I discovered a charming concept of creating playful “survival kits” to give to friends and colleagues, bringing a smile and a moment of appreciation to their day. Recently, I stumbled upon my collection of these whimsical kit ideas, and I figured they were perfect for the challenges of camp life. These kits can […] The post Silly “Survival Kits” for Summer Camp Fun first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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The Music Industry Chooses Winners and Losers. Cities Can, Too.

Next City

By creating a robust music ecosystem policy, cities can incubate talent and launch new stars, Shain Shapiro argues in his new book.

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Leading through uncertainty: An interview with Neeti Bhalla Johnson

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A future expected to be volatile means that leaders need to prepare their organizations to expect the unexpected, the Liberty Mutual Insurance executive says.

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School vouchers continue momentum in state legislatures

GCN

2023 was considered a landmark year for school choice. It’s a trend that is showing no sign of slowing down, as lawmakers push proposals with fewer restrictions and costly price tags.

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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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The business of risk-taking: An interview with Jayne Plunkett

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Insurance is not about avoiding risks, but about taking the right risks and keeping them under control, AIA Group’s chief risk officer says.

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Investing in Programs that Support Community Stability with ARPA Funds

NLC (National League of Cities)

Between January 2022 and June 2023, local governments across the country have allocated over $15 billion dollars in American Rescue Plan Act’s (ARPA’s) State and Local Fiscal Recover Funds (SLFRF) towards negative economic impacts, which often serve as means for community aid, across 10,000 projects.

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Hochul says subway crime ‘not statistically significant, but psychologically significant’

GCN

The New York governor's supporters say the specter of National Guard troops checking bags will make New Yorkers feel safer, but activists say it’s just a militarized version of stop-and-frisk.

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Generative AI: Understand the challenges to realize the opportunities

AWS Public Sector Blog

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) allows anyone to leverage machine learning (ML) capabilities using natural language, and it is extremely intuitive to use. When users are able to search, analyze, and draw conclusions in seconds—from extensive information that exists across their organization or the internet—they can make more informed decisions at speed.

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Big Oil faces a flood of climate lawsuits—and they’re moving closer to trial

GCN

A quarter of Americans now live in cities and states taking companies to court over lying to the public.

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Indiana DOC works with Mi-Case to fast-track offender management system launch on AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

In 2021, the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) awarded a contract to Mi-Case , an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner, to replace its legacy systems managing case data across the state’s corrections facilities. Mi-Case provides live, fully integrated case management software that replaced IDOC’s legacy systems. The project kicked off in February 2021 and the new web and cloud-based offender management system (OMS) went live in May 2023.

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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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Senate approves six spending bills, averts partial government shutdown

GCN

Counties praised the package for addressing Medicaid access for the incarcerated. Now, congressional negotiators turn to the remaining six spending bills, which will determine the future of internet subsidies and other significant programs.

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No Safe Journeys for Women: Why Mobility Systems in African Cities Are Failing Women’s Needs

The City Fix

For a woman living in an African city, public transport can be a daunting experience. Women usually plan their trips in advance, and consider a multitude of factors before setting out: What is the safest way to reach the bus.

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How states can fight child labor

GCN

COMMENTARY | Children as young as 13 have been found working overnight shifts in slaughterhouses. States must adjust their existing labor laws to deter employers from taking advantage of this vulnerable population.

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Guernsey County, Ohio, modernizes its emergency response with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

In a small corner of Ohio, Guernsey County is leading the nation by example. Home to a technologically advanced 911 call center, the county has taken the pioneering step to move its emergency call handling into the cloud. With a powerful blend of cloud-centered solutions, it has positioned itself as an innovator in emergency response, breaking away from limitations and embracing a future that is faster, more efficient, and safer for its citizens.

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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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Civic Mapping Initiative Supports Transit Planning & Accessibility 

NLC (National League of Cities)

For the last few years, the public transportation needs of Americans have been changing faster than ever. In response, city leaders, planners, and transit agencies have been hard at work developing creative ways to improve and adapt transportation networks.

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Clark Township, NJ Deployed Fire Safety Permit and More With GovPilot

GovPilot

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

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ARPA 3-Year Anniversary: Infrastructure Investments Offer Municipalities a Range of Innovative Solutions

NLC (National League of Cities)

Municipalities have used the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) to implement a variety of infrastructure projects to improve the lives of their residents, communities and economies by addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Re: Microsoft Copilot for Security and NIST 800-171: Access Control

Microsoft Public Sector

@shawnrosco this above phrase " Rather an endpoint such as a laptop or various types of mobile devices, " is confusing and awkward, I'm not sure what it means.

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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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Electric vehicles as next generation asphalt nation: Car Harm paper

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

-- " Car harm: A global review of automobility's harm to people and the environment ," Journal of Transport Geography Abstract: Despite the widespread harm caused by cars and automobility, governments, corporations, and individuals continue to facilitate it by expanding roads, manufacturing larger vehicles, and subsidising parking, electric cars, and resource extraction.

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Re: Microsoft Copilot for Security and NIST 800-171: Access Control

Microsoft Public Sector

Absolutely fascinating read, Shawn! Your detailed exploration of Microsoft Copilot for Security's role in assisting with NIST 800-171 Access Control requirements opened my eyes to the capabilities of AI in the cybersecurity realm. The practical applications for enhancing security measures, especially in areas like account management and access enforcement, were particularly compelling.

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Mastering HR Visualization with SAP and Ingentis

CarahCast

In this HR data visualization podcast, SAP and Ingentis digital transformation experts discuss how Ingentis org manager integrates seamlessly with SAP SuccessFactors, empowering HR departments with data-driven insights. Drive transformative change by unlocking the full potential of your HR data. In this HR data visualization podcast, SAP and Ingentis digital transformation experts discuss how Ingentis org manager integrates seamlessly with SAP SuccessFactors, empowering HR departments with data-