Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 30, 2024

SHOW NOTES Curt and Chris discuss various puzzle activities that can be a great addition to your camp program. They share their experiences with puzzle hunts, races, and escape rooms, highlighting the appeal of problem-solving over narrative. Four distinct puzzle-based camp activities are detailed including Station Puzzle Races and Puzzle Hunts. They share insights on […] The post SCP 198: Unleashing Your Campers’ Inner Problem Solver: Puzzle Hunts and More first appeared on Summer Camp Pr

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Next City

JANUARY 30, 2024

Mayors are engaged in next-level problem-solving.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 30, 2024

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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GCN

JANUARY 30, 2024

For some families, it can take more than a decade to connect children to appropriate mental health resources once they show symptoms. Amid a growing youth mental health crisis, one state is developing an online portal to shave that wait time down.

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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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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

Integrated artificial intelligence is opening the door to exciting possibilities in client computing and databases as it sparks a wave of innovation across the technology industry. Semiconductor giant AMD has made significant strides by integrating AI engines with client systems, from fourth-generation, Windows 11-supported Epyc and Ryzen processors to its MI300X virtual machines.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 30, 2024

Governments can employ seven levers to improve productivity throughout their operations.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 30, 2024

Middle East organizations can learn from early cloud migrators how to capture more of cloud’s value.

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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

Wherever there is innovation, those looking to exploit it aren’t far behind. IBM released its version of the personal computer in 1981. While it wasn’t the first PC, the IBM 5150 (which ran on the Microsoft-developed operating system DOS) helped establish the modern computer market. In 1986, Brain, the first “full stealth” computer virus, targeted IBM PCs.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

Even the most secure networks are expected to be in compliance with White House requirements to create a zero-trust environment. The Department of Defense has to develop three — one for its nonclassified network, another for its classified network and one more for its top-secret/sensitive network. When Leslie Beavers became DOD’s principal deputy CIO in May 2023, she joined an agency whose zero-trust requirements were so complex that it was given more time to comply than civilian agencies, whose

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Professional Grant Writer

JANUARY 30, 2024

Grant writing is a crucial aspect of securing funding for your projects or nonprofit organization, but the process can be time-consuming and complex. The post Can I outsource grant writing? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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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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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 30, 2024

Every child deserves a safe, stable home every night. It is a basic need for all children. And yet, a 2021 study found that as many as 1.3 million infants, toddlers and preschoolers — 1 in 18 children under the age of 6 — experience family homelessness each year in the United States.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

JANUARY 30, 2024

SannX, a cloud-based book scanning solution for libraries, has secured Quadruple Platinum honours at the 2024 Modern Library Awards (MLAs) The LibaryWorks community of librarians has recognised ScannX for its outstanding product innovation and relentless commitment to customer support. Proving its place in the library community ScannX has proven its place in the library sector for the tenth consecutive year, securing Platinum honours for its entire book solutions.

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Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

JANUARY 30, 2024

This podcast is about how artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to promote disaster resilience in communities threatened by wildfire. Guy Bayes, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) works at Vibrant Planet where he is focused on using data and AI to power natural climate solutions management, in order to mitigate and roll back climate change. Guy is an engineering leader with twenty years of experience in the data space.

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Center for Community Progress

JANUARY 30, 2024

If you’re here, it probably means you’re thinking about submitting a session proposal to Community Progress’ flagship Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference happening October 9-11, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with some tips for writing a good session proposal that’ll grab our interest, and your attendees’ interest too!

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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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GovLoop

JANUARY 30, 2024

Federal agencies need to make new software available quickly in order to meet emerging mission needs and rising constituent expectations. At the same time, they must protect their systems and processes. It’s an inherently difficult situation. If the code behind a new application has flaws, adding code for cyber defense on top of it “is not necessarily bringing you more security,” said John Allison, Director, Public Sector, with Checkmarx/TD Synnex.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 30, 2024

The National League of Cities’ “Sustaining Wastewater Monitoring Capacity” webinar, the final installment in a series focused on improving community health outcomes through wastewater monitoring, delivered valuable insights and practical strategies for ensuring the long-term success of this crucial public health tool. For many city leaders, wastewater monitoring has become a familiar terrain.

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GovPilot

JANUARY 30, 2024

The role of local government officials may be one of the most heavily scrutinized positions that a person can take. It may feel like a challenge for local officials to meet the standards and expectations that their constituents have for them. Not only are there general difficulties that may come up on a daily basis, but navigating the landscape of complex needs of citizens , resources, and regulations only adds to the challenge.

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GCN

JANUARY 30, 2024

Such contests kill tens of thousands of coyotes, foxes, squirrels and other animals each year.

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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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GovCast

JANUARY 30, 2024

The White House’s Better Contracting Initiative aims to ensure the federal government is getting the best prices on services through acquisition. The government spent more than $77 billion dollars on federal IT contracting last year, so saving money for government and ultimately taxpayers is among one of the initiative’s top priorities. Laura Stanton, assistant commissioner for the Office of Information Technology Category at the General Service Administration's Federal Acquisition Service, disc

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GCN

JANUARY 30, 2024

Many in the construction and agriculture industries are opposed, but new research shows it would help them, too.

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CarahCast

JANUARY 30, 2024

In this session, experts explore the benefits of cloud-based solutions, the impact artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies have on the infrastructure, and where more can be done to improve customer experience delivery. In this session, experts explore the benefits of cloud-based solutions, the impact artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies have on the infrastructure, and where more can be done to improve customer experience delivery.

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Princeton Public Library

JANUARY 30, 2024

The post February top 5 for under 5 – 2024 appeared first on Princeton Public Library.

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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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Social Pinpoint

JANUARY 30, 2024

We are in the enviable position of collaborating with hundreds of organizations worldwide and innovating together to drive community and stakeholder engagement forward. Our clients range from local and state governments to industry and nonprofits that use and rely on engagement in their decision-making processes. This experience allows us to take a pulse of engagement strategies and outcomes across a variety of fields and reflect on emerging online community engagement trends for 2024.

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GCN

JANUARY 30, 2024

Greg Abbott is using legal arguments similar to those used by supporters of the Confederacy to justify his confrontations at the border with federal authorities. Law professors warn that could be dangerous.

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