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CIE Spotlight: Resource Network Brings New Flavor to Food Business Support in Durango

NLC (National League of Cities)

Nestled in the southern San Juan Mountains, Durango, Colorado stands as a remote rural community, uniquely defined by the convergence of sandstone, high desert, rivers, and mountains. This picturesque city also boasts a thriving food industry.

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7 Movies and Television Shows About Government

GovPilot

Local government operations are becoming a more relevant conversation topic in everyday life due to the relatively recent recognition in the media of the importance of local governance through television shows and movies.

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From poverty to empowerment: Raising the bar for sustainable and inclusive growth

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

What would it take to raise minimum living standards and get on a net-zero path in this decade? Our research explores twin ambitions for people and the planet.

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5 AI Prompts in 5 Days

Grants4Good

What is the BEST way to embrace the incoming 100-foot wave called AI (or artificial intelligence)? That’s easy. Just try it out and have fun. I guarantee you’ll find something useful in the new AI technologies emerging such as ChatGPT, boodleAI, Grantable, and others. To make it easy for you, here are 5 prompts that you can use to save time and effort in your organization’s fundraising and grant writing work right now.

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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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Driving sustainable and inclusive growth in G20 economies

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Scaling initiatives on empowerment and net zero.

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Government Jobs in Atlanta, Georgia, for Every Career Level

Careers in Government

Are you in search of a career that offers stability and fulfillment right here in Atlanta, Georgia? Look no further than the realm of government jobs. Join us as we delve into the world of opportunities and perks that these positions bring, whether you’re diving into entry-level roles, progressing in mid-career, or eyeing top-tier leadership […] The post Government Jobs in Atlanta, Georgia, for Every Career Level appeared first on Careers in Government.

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What Can You Expect at DAFITC 2023?

FedTech Magazine

Digital transformation will be on the minds of the airmen, guardians and contractors attending this year’s Department of the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower Education & Training Event. The three-day conference, which begins Monday in Montgomery, Ala., drew more than 4,000 people in 2022, its first in-person gathering in two years. Organizers expect a similar attendance this year.

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What’s the future of generative AI? An early view in 15 charts

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Generative AI has hit the ground running—so fast that it can feel hard to keep up. Here’s a quick take pulled from our top articles and reports on the subject.

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Using Data to Reduce Gun Violence in Baltimore

NLC (National League of Cities)

To reduce gun violence cities, towns, and villages need data to ensure that their violence prevention strategies are as effective as they can be and to show what works and what may need adjustments.

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Unlocking clean hydrogen in the US Gulf Coast: The “here and now”

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A robust strategy could see the US Gulf Coast become the world’s leading clean-hydrogen hub by 2030. What can be done to jump-start the clean-hydrogen economy in the next three to five years?

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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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Florida Infrastructure Bill Grants: Using Federal Infrastructure Funds in FL?GovPilot

GovPilot

Both federal and state authorities acknowledge the essential improvements required to modernize America's physical and digital infrastructure. But, as past hurdles in addressing infrastructure have highlighted, government officials also understand the challenges of updating such infrastructure on constrained local government budgets.

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DAFTIC 2023

FedTech Magazine

Join FedTech as we cover DAFITC 2023. Check here for our event coverage.

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Making Affordable Homeownership A Reality for First Responders and Teachers 

NLC (National League of Cities)

First responders and educators devote their lives to the safety and well-being of our communities. Unfortunately, local governments across the county are struggling to recruit and retain qualified and racially diverse public safety employees and educators. It is crucial for local leaders to find ways to support them.

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Call for Chapters: Teaching Information Literacy in Political Science, Public Affairs, and International Studies (TILPSPAIS) - Deadline September 8th #ACRL

A Library Writer's Blog

Call for Chapter Proposals: Teaching Information Literacy in Political Science, Public Affairs, and International Studies (TILPSPAIS) Forthcoming, 2025, from ACRL Overview Book Description As undergraduate students enter classrooms in this pandemic-changed, politically charged social climate, teaching information literacy skills has become ever more challenging and vital.

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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