State Tech Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Cybersecurity alerts help state and local governments to fend off attacks. But nobody can stay vigilant amid a daily onslaught of alarms requiring a constant sifting of legitimate threats from worthless noise. Alert fatigue is an age-old human problem. From the boy who cried wolf to medical professionals facing crucial health decisions, our brains shut down when presented with too many flashing lights and blaring horns.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

GAO audits federal programs and spending to ensure that taxpayer dollars are protected and that programs operate effectively and efficiently. While we share our findings with Congress and the public through hundreds of reports and testimonies issued.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

By 2030, one-fifth of the American population will be aged 65 or over, which will only make worse a critical deficit in suitable housing that caters to their specific requirements. As individuals grow older, their housing needs change, including increased accommodations for those with disabilities.

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OpenGov

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Almost 1 in 4 office spaces across the country sit empty. At the same time, communities are growing faster than ever. The combination has led the federal government to release […] The post Housing Shortage? Here’s How to Get Federal Dollars to Transform Office Spaces into Homes in Your Community appeared first on OpenGov.

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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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GCN

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Deploying broadband in a way that discriminates against low-income communities is barred under the new rules, but observers worry that loopholes will make the rules less effective.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The enterprise segment dominates the global software market, according to Statista, and is expected to reach almost $376 billion by 2028. Here we dive into emerging technologies that custom enterprise software developers use to keep solutions up-to-date and efficient The continuous growth of the enterprise application market, even in recession periods, is the main evidence that software solutions have become essential for companies’ operational efficiency and profitability.

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Professional Grant Writer

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you’ve written grants for a while, you’ve probably experienced it: that sinking feeling when you realize — or your employer tells you. The post Develop a grants calendar to stay on top of deadlines appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Access to unemployment has been declining and differs drastically across demographic groups. The Labor Department is urging states and territories to do something about it in new guidance.

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Super Library Marketing

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

#LibraryMarketing Show, episode 215 We are coming to the end of a very stressful year. In addition to all of the things that you’ve been doing in library promotions, you’ve been fighting book challenges, plowing through summer reading, trying to reach new audiences, struggling to stay up to date with social media changes, and more. And by now you are feeling very tired and very burnt out.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

An incubator is working with cities to capitalize on their under-used properties by helping them to think like real estate developers.

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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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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Amazon Web Services’ ( AWS) 12 th annual re:Invent conference offers a variety of events that educate attendees about cloud-related topics. This includes keynotes, leadership discussions, technical sessions, training opportunities, and more. This year, AWS is introducing Innovation Talks , which are deep dives hosted by AWS thought leaders. Dave Levy , vice president of AWS worldwide public sector, is hosting the session, “ Empowering citizens through digital innovation ” on Monday, November 27,

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

By Garrett Langley, Founder and CEO of Flock Safety Law enforcement agencies report that public safety technologies are critical to solving crime — but how do the communities they serve feel about this technology?

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GCN

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The chamber approved the same “laddered” spending bill as the House in a 87-11 bipartisan vote.

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Policy & Politics Journal blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

by Efrat Mishor, Eran Vigoda-Gadot & Shlomo Mizrahi Our article, entitled Exploring civic engagement dynamics during emergencies: an empirical study into key drivers, investigates the importance of civic engagement during emergencies.

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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

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The path to executive leadership is difficult, but it’s especially challenging for some demographics. Overall, it’s true that government workers are more diverse today — for instance, the federal level has more white and Black civilian employees than their respective percentages of the total U.S. population. But senior ranks are a different matter.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

n the face of pressing challenges confronting some law enforcement agencies nationwide, the U.S. Department of Justice unveiled a new report: “Recruitment and Retention for the Modern Law Enforcement Agency.

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Partnership for Public Service

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In the days and weeks that lead up to a government shutdown, federal employees face looming uncertainties about their pay and job status, as well as concerns about what will happen to customers who lose access to critical services. These stressors demoralize public servants, undermining the work they do for the American public and millions around the world.

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CarahCast

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Listen to Mimecast's podcast to learn how Public Sector agencies enforce DMARC policies to streamline email security. Reject & quarantine phishing attacks now. Listen to Mimecast's podcast to learn how Public Sector agencies enforce DMARC policies to streamline email security. Reject & quarantine phishing attacks now.

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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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GCN

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Some places have done away with the system, while others are considering stricter guidelines.

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FedTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The Biden administration’s call to improve citizens’ experience with government has taken hold among federal agencies, whose CX successes have gained the attention of FedTech’s 2023 federal IT influencers. “By focusing on life experiences that require touchpoints with public sector organizations, agencies are taking a human-centered approach to government service delivery,” says Jonathan Alboum, the principal data strategist and federal CTO at ServiceNow.

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