Summer Camp Programming

APRIL 25, 2024

SHOW NOTES This episode dives into the transformative approaches Kelie and Shauna are implementing for staff training at their respective camps. From reinventing traditional methods to integrating dynamic activities. The conversation reflects on past experiences, anticipates future challenges, and explores strategies to enhance the camp experience for both staff and campers, highlighting the importance of […] The post Ep 34: Elevating Staff Training at Camp first appeared on Summer Camp Pr

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Homeroom

APRIL 25, 2024

BY: Gabriel Bermea, Visiting Scholar at The Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions (CMSI) From the belief that academic advisors only handle course scheduling, to the assumption that they make all decisions for students, there are a few persistent myths about academic advisors and their responsibilities. As an academic advising researcher and former post-secondary advisor, Continue Reading The post Myth vs.

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GCN

APRIL 25, 2024

Commissioners voted 3-2 to revive net neutrality, which supporters said would prevent the internet from being intentionally blocked or slowed down. Opponents said the effort is unnecessary and violates the law.

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

“One of our biggest challenges is tackling the whole-of-state approach to cybersecurity,” said Texas CIO Amanda Crawford in a chat with Extreme Networks Chief Marketing Officer Monica Kumar on Wednesday. Crawford and Seguin CIO Shane McDaniel addressed a sold-out audience on a very busy and productive day at Extreme Connect 2024, emphasizing that cybersecurity cooperation between levels of government remains top of mind for them, in Fort Worth, Texas.

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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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Microsoft Public Sector

APRIL 25, 2024

We’re looking forward to our next GCCH M365 Webinar on Tuesday, April 30, at 1200 EDT. It’s the Dave show as we’ll be joined by both Dave Jennings (new Teams) and Dave Nobles (empowering secure and effective collaboration between GCCH and DoD). To receive a calendar invite, please register here. In addition, please find attached a roll up of April M365 roadmap highlights.

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The City Fix

APRIL 25, 2024

Climate-change-induced events such as heat waves and floods severely impact quality of life in urban areas. It can be financially disruptive and even fatal, disproportionately impacting settlements most vulnerable to climate risks. Greening of open spaces can be an important.

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GCN

APRIL 25, 2024

Some states are considering rolling back these laws, saying the result has been too many unfounded reports that disproportionately harm families who are poor, Black, or Indigenous or have members with disabilities.

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Google Public Sector

APRIL 25, 2024

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is making a significant impact across the country, delivering scale, efficiency and utilization of responsible best practices. New York is leading the way, embracing this technological shift, using generative AI (gen AI) to revolutionize how the government serves its constituents.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This is a guest post written by a digital department lead for the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is one of the largest government departments in the UK, with more than 90,000 employees in more than 800 locations. It’s responsible for making $266 billion in payments each year. The DWP is carrying out a large-scale digital transformation to improve our services and the way we interact with citizens, and we continue to evolve and digitize ou

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GCN

APRIL 25, 2024

COMMENTARY | Protecting Americans cannot be accomplished by banning a single app. To truly protect their constituents, lawmakers would need to enact broad, far-reaching regulation.

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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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Government Technology Insider

APRIL 25, 2024

As state governments pursue digital transformation, many agencies have made significant progress toward modernizing the technology supporting their operations. Two components of digital transformation they must address as part of this process are digitization and automation. While many people believe these terms and activities are synonymous, they are two phases in the modernization continuum.

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GCN

APRIL 25, 2024

COMMENTARY | State and local governments can take a page from the federal government’s FOIA playbook to boost their own efficiency and transparency.

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Grant Consulting Services, LLC

APRIL 25, 2024

Part II: Grant Optimization After the feasibility study, the next step is creating a workplan to identify any gaps. We call this step Grant Optimization. You will recall that we utilized the who, what, where, why, when, how, and who cares framework to evaluate the organization and its programs or services during the feasibility study. Using these findings will help you determine the next best steps to create a grant optimization strategy.

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GCN

APRIL 25, 2024

Minnesota’s new system will replace a paper-based license purchase and harvest registration process, saving staff time and improving customer service.

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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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FedTech Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

Until recently, rugged computers were often synonymous with slower processing power and lesser graphics performance. The weight and size of most rugged devices could also be challenging for travelers. However, after zooming from Hawaii to the Netherlands and Germany last December with a Getac B360 G2 along for the ride, I am convinced that this new rugged notebook can put all of those myths to rest.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 25, 2024

The 1968 Fair Housing Act: Then and Now In the early 20th century, zoning laws, racially restrictive covenants, residential segregation, and other exclusionary practices divided cities across the United States.

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Partnership for Public Service

APRIL 25, 2024

Recently, the federal government has issued guidance , frameworks and an executive order tied to the management of artificial intelligence risks. Enterprise Risk Management, or ERM, supports the strategic and operational responsibilities of agency leaders in meeting these standards. In January, the Partnership for Public Service hosted an event with Deloitte & Touche LLP on this topic featuring two panelists: Kevin Walsh , the Government Accountability Office’s director of information techno

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 25, 2024

Co-authored by: Amanda Karras, Executive Director/General Counsel, International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) This month, the Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Sheetz v. El Dorado County, which is a case involving government “Takings,” specifically ones that involve the government’s use of impact fees.

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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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A Library Writer's Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

We are excited to announce that the Call for Papers for the 2024 Charleston Conference is officially open! This year’s theme of “The Sky’s the Limit” is a rallying call for innovation, exploration, and limitless possibilities. This is your opportunity to contribute to one of the most dynamic conferences in the library and scholarly publishing industry.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has recently captured widespread attention, and for good reason. This emerging technology has the potential to transform customer experiences, create novel applications, help people reach new levels of productivity, and much more. In fact, according to research from Goldman Sachs , generative AI could drive a 7 percent—or almost $7 trillion—increase in global GDP and lift worker productivity by 1.5 percentage points over a 10-year period.

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