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State and Local Governments Modernize for a Seamless Hybrid Cloud Journey

State Tech Magazine

State and local government agencies face the same quandary as their private sector counterparts when it comes to the future of data architectures: Do they continue to service existing environments or do they modernize with cloud and/or hybrid cloud infrastructure?

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Why some schools are halting Halloween celebrations

GCN

The bans address concerns that some students may feel excluded from Halloween celebrations because their families cannot afford to participate or choose not to for cultural reasons.

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10 Tips to Get a Federal Transportation Grant

NLC (National League of Cities)

Co-Authored with: Ndemazea Fonkem, Federal Advocacy Intern at the National League of Cities As we close out the second of five years of historic infrastructure grant funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, there is still time for cities, towns and villages to bring an infrastructure grant home. The U.S.

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Recent Trends in Real Estate Development: Fall 2023

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

This blog post is the first in a regular series aimed at informing local government partners about current conditions facing private developers and development projects in their communities. Lending for real estate development projects: interest rates & tighter lending standards In 2022, the Federal Reserve began raising interest rates to combat inflation, which increased the cost of financing new construction for real estate developments.

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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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States’ lawsuits pile up against social media companies

GCN

A multistate coalition filed suit against Facebook parent Meta, accusing it of damaging young people’s mental health and illegally harvesting their data. It is the latest in a long line of actions taken against social media platforms to reckon with the growing youth mental health crisis.

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AWS Partners help public sector organizations harness the power of data

AWS Public Sector Blog

The challenge of becoming a data-driven organization Organizations deal with ever-growing data volumes. The Worldwide IDC Global DataSphere Forecast, 2023–2027 , estimates that 129 zettabytes will be generated this year and will more than double by 2027. This means that growth-minded businesses must put data at the heart of every application, process, and decision.

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UK government invests in AI-powered teacher support

Open Access Government - Technology News

The UK Government has allocated £2 million to enhance and expand AI-powered teacher tools for teachers in England These tools aim to streamline lesson planning and quiz creation, ultimately reducing teachers’ workloads and paving the way for a personalised AI lesson-planning assistant for educators nationwide. AI-powered teacher resources benefit teachers A recent pilot program introduced an AI-powered quiz builder and lesson planner to thousands of teachers.

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Pop-Up Hurricanes

Disaster Zone blog

Hurricane Otis is the latest example.

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After hottest summer on record, local governments are underreporting heat deaths

GCN

Bexar County’s medical examiner blames lack of data for the decision not to list heat as a cause on any summer deaths.

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“Win-Win” Solutions to Climate Change and Extreme Heat

Policy Chats

In this episode, Associate Professor of Climate Change and Sustainability Dr. Francesca Hopkins talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about comprehensive solutions to climate change, as well as the importance of local change amid global warming. About Francesca Hopkins : Francesca Hopkins earned her B.A. in Environmental Studies and Spanish from the University of California, Berkeley.

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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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November Online Training Opportunities

GovLoop

November is a month for thankfulness, and we’re thankful for the many online training and professional development opportunities we have to offer our audience. Check out our topics this month, and don’t forget to register! Cyber Literacy: What Your Team Needs to Know to Stay Safe and Productive There’s a lot of cyber training out there, but are you really getting the information you need to stay secure and productive?

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Dr. Francesca Hopkins: “Win-Win” Solutions to Climate Change and Extreme Heat

Policy Chats

In this episode, Associate Professor of Climate Change and Sustainability Dr. Francesca Hopkins talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about comprehensive solutions to climate change, as well as the importance of local change amid global warming. About Francesca Hopkins : Francesca Hopkins earned her B.A. in Environmental Studies and Spanish from the University of California, Berkeley.

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The Role Local Governments Play in Promoting Public Health: A Guide To Building Healthy Communities with GovPilot

GovPilot

Local governments play a crucial and multifaceted role in promoting healthy communities , serving as the frontline of public health and well-being through municipal and health services. Government leaders possess the unique ability to implement policies, programs, and initiatives tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of their communities using tools like GovPilot’s Health Department Software.

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November top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to five years old and their families.

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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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Western states look to these lands for new affordable housing

GCN

State-owned trust lands were created to support schools and other community benefits.

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November top 5 for under 5 – 2023

Princeton Public Library

We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library The post November top 5 for under 5 – 2023 appeared first on Princeton Public Library.

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Interview with Oscar Berglund, co-editor and Jessica Miles, Bristol University Press

Policy & Politics Journal blog

[link] Listen to our top ten tips on how to get published in Policy & Politics in this 12 minute video with co-editor Oscar Berglund.

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A Nevada Library Shares How They Used A Smart Video Marketing Strategy To Combat Drag Story Hour Protests

Super Library Marketing

Photo courtesy Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County As a child, Jamie Hemingway wandered acres of backyard and admired the lush scenery of her home in North Carolina. When she wasn’t exploring the outdoors, she was at the library. “I still have memories of my school library, and asking my parents to take me to the public library where we lived near Winston-Salem,” she remembered.

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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-