GCN

APRIL 2, 2024

Data is starting to show that supplemental income programs can boost participants’ employment, housing stability and family well-being.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 2, 2024

Historic federal funding in a cleaner, more resilient economy coupled with global pressure to act necessitates a climate-ready workforce. If bold climate action is taken by 2030, U.S. cities could create nearly 20 million sustainable jobs, of which most would be developed within cities themselves.

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GCN

APRIL 2, 2024

The technology’s use in voter suppression cannot be underestimated, according to a report from the progressive group NewDEAL. It recommends how states can craft laws to combat the threat.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 2, 2024

The Landscape There are more than 2,300 prosecutors’ offices in the United States, which includes city attorney offices. Prosecutors are key players in local criminal legal systems and have the power to impact rates of incarceration. A key role of prosecutors is to make decisions about who gets charged with what crime and when.

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Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

APRIL 2, 2024

The following are articles and reports on the web that the Community and Economic Development Program at the UNC School of Government shared through social media over the past month. Follow us on twitter or facebook to receive regular updates. Items of interest related to CED in North Carolina: N.C. Department of Commerce announces new grants to improve publicly-owned buildings and facilities in rural downtowns.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 2, 2024

Six months into the new Fiscal Year and following four continuing resolutions to keep the government running beyond the October 1st start of Fiscal Year 2024, Congress has approved all twelve annual spending bills, which have been signed into law.

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Professional Grant Writer

APRIL 2, 2024

Grant writing can be a lucrative endeavor for organizations seeking funding to support their programs and initiatives. However, determining how much to pay. The post How to determine grant writer fees appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

APRIL 2, 2024

With the December 2025 analogue switch-off deadline coming into view, Dom Norton, Sales Director at Spitfire, explains why businesses shouldn’t delay the move to all-IP any longer Openreach has served notice that it will switch off analogue PSTN and ISDN telephone services in 2025. The UK has relied upon a copper telephone network for far too long (nearly 150 years!

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GCN

APRIL 2, 2024

Determining how much money has arrived is the first step in assessing whether the settlements will make a dent in the nation’s addiction crisis.

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Park Leaders

APRIL 2, 2024

“We have to do more things with younger people to make sure they know what a cool industry we are and that there are so many different job opportunities that aren’t just front line.” The dedication of park professionals is undeniable, especially when they are all together in one place. At the annual in-service for Michigan State Park, I had the opportunity to meet a number of people doing amazing things, including Patty Janes, a professor and founder of Michigan Cares For Tour

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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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Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

APRIL 2, 2024

In this podcast Pete Gaynor, the immediate past Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator and Acting Secretary of Homeland Security shares his experiences and ideas on how to hire staff at all levels. He put a special emphasis on hiring and was personally involved in the selection process for senior positions at FEMA. Today he continues to lead by hosting training sessions on “Leading During Crisis.

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Careers in Government

APRIL 2, 2024

Lead in sustainability with Government Environmental Jobs. Make a positive impact on the planet in public service. Start your environmental career now. The post From Policy to Practice: Your Journey into Government Environmental Jobs appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Princeton Public Library

APRIL 2, 2024

If you’re a millennial you might be familiar with “third spaces,” spaces outside of home, work or school where people can gather The post A “third space” for teens appeared first on Princeton Public Library.

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Partnership for Public Service

APRIL 2, 2024

The Partnership for Public Service, in collaboration with the IBM Center for the Business of Government , convened federal service delivery leaders for a roundtable conversation on ethical artificial intelligence and benefits delivery. During the conversation, we heard from a range of leaders on how they are approaching the possibilities and challenges AI presents for government.

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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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GovPilot

APRIL 2, 2024

The City of Peabody, MA expands their established partnership with GovPilot through the purchase of new government management software solutions to streamline operations.

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GCN

APRIL 2, 2024

The new rules from the Federal Railroad Administration come after nearly a dozen states passed similar requirements in the last decade.

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GCN

APRIL 2, 2024

Eleven states have formal chapters of the State Freedom Caucus Network, which aims to push Republicans to the right.

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