GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JANUARY 15, 2025
You might not know this, but the federal government is the biggest buyer of baby formula in the United States. About 40% of all American babies get formula through a federal food assistance program for low-income mothers and childrenthe Supplemental.
FedTech Magazine
JANUARY 15, 2025
Microsoft Federal CTO Jason Payne has worked for Microsoft for roughly eight years. In that time, he has seen a great deal of innovation in the Microsoft Teams platform and how federal agencies use it to conduct on-premises, hybrid and remote meetings. Payne always has focused on government transformation, but now hes assisting federal agencies with implementing artificial intelligence in service of transformation.
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NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 15, 2025
Co-authored by Thea Yagerlener, Senior Program Manager and Zack Loehle, Communications Manager, Interstate Renewable Energy Council The use of electric vehicles (EVs) can result in numerous benefits, including reduced vehicle emissions that support cleaner air and improved health, economic development opportunities and reduced noise pollution.
Center for Community Progress
JANUARY 15, 2025
Housing and building code enforcement is one of local governments most important tools to stabilize and strengthen neighborhoods. It also forms the foundation of other strategies to address vacant, abandoned, and deteriorated (VAD) properties, including land banking. In 2024, Community Progress doubled down on its commitment to helping local governments use code enforcement to address VAD properties and sharing best practices to craft more equitable, efficient, and effective code enforcement sys
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Get this municipal maintenance guide that provides municipalities with a detailed and structured approach to maintaining city infrastructure. This guide outlines systematic inspection procedures and best practices, ensuring the safety, longevity, and operational efficiency of municipal assets. From roadways and bridges to public buildings and utilities, the guide covers all aspects of municipal maintenance.
NLC (National League of Cities)
JANUARY 15, 2025
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles, California and surrounding areas highlight the urgent need for cities to implement comprehensive strategies for wildfire mitigation, response and recovery. The wildfires spread with unprecedented speed and intensity, driven by high winds and severe drought conditions that created an increased amount of fuel to feed the flames.
Open Access Government - Technology News
JANUARY 15, 2025
Ygor Lutz, Chief Revenue Officer and Co-Founder of Travizory Border Security, guides us through artificial intelligence-powered BorderTech, which balances the need for both speed and security As competition between travel destinations increases, simplifying immigration processes remains a priority. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) offer a lifeline to those conscious of the security threats that come hand-in-hand with open borders.
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Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Mentoring is critical for helping people who hope to land and be successful in public sector roles. Similarly, it could keep people motivated to achieve their goals. The post Improving Retention in Public Sector Roles With Cross-Generational Support appeared first on Careers in Government.
zencity
JANUARY 15, 2025
Immigration enforcement is once again at the center of public safety discussions.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Unlike the private sector, public agencies operate within unique constraints from budget limitations to complex bureaucratic procedures. The post The Urgency of Succession Planning in Public Agencies appeared first on Careers in Government.
GovLoop
JANUARY 15, 2025
Agencies find themselves in a tough spot when providing online services that require identity verification. They must take every feasible measure to safeguard against the omnipresent risk of fraud, in compliance with an extensive and complex set of laws and policies. Such measures are inarguably necessary. But those efforts run the risk of creating a process in which people experience unnecessary delays and difficulties trying to access benefits and services online, said Jordan Burris, Vice Pres
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Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Unlike the private sector, public agencies operate within unique constraints from budget limitations to complex bureaucratic procedures. The post Building Tomorrows Leaders Today: The Urgency of Succession Planning in Public Agencies appeared first on Careers in Government.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 15, 2025
Indian farmers see an opportunity from crop yield and price improvements to deepen investment in new products and services, a McKinsey survey found.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Leadership goes beyond assigning tasks or measuring individual accomplishments; its about cultivating a team that thrives on collaboration, shared purpose, and mutual support. The post How to Know if You Have a True Team or a Just Collection of Individuals Working in Silos appeared first on Careers in Government.
GovLoop
JANUARY 15, 2025
Resumes are often the first impression that a future employer gets of you, so it needs to be an accurate reflection of your skills and accomplishments. During the recent NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit , a breakout session titled “How to Get Your Resume Noticed,” led by Alexandria Knight, founder of Knight Career Consulting, addressed the stress of job searching and the importance of a well-crafted resume.
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Maintaining municipal operations is no small task, especially when budgets are tight and public expectations are high. In this webinar, we’ll explore how local governments can streamline their maintenance operations while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. What You’ll Gain: Proven strategies for effective inspection management Insight into leveraging digital tools Practical tips for addressing common maintenance challenges Examples of municipalities that have achieved success.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Job seekers should stay informed and anticipate changes by monitoring policy discussions and budget proposals that affect federal hiring. The post Government Efficiency and Its Unexpected Direct Impacts on Jobseekers appeared first on Careers in Government.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
JANUARY 15, 2025
The United Kingdoms inventive climate technology sector can learn from others successes to overcome its scaling challenges and create the unicorns of the future.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
The capabilities of Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT are not to be ignored. However, we need to remember to treat them as such. The post Should ChatGPT Be Used for Resume Writing? appeared first on Careers in Government.
Policy & Politics Journal blog
JANUARY 15, 2025
by Lucy J. Parry, Nicole Curato and John S. Dryzek Proponents of deliberative mini-publics (DMPs) highlight their ability to break political deadlock, provide informed citizen input into policymaking, and bring diverse, considered perspectives into decision-making.
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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.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
As a leader, its your job to nurture that environment by showing respect, providing validation, and giving your team the power to influence the workplace culture. The post Finding the Sweet Spot for a Better Work Environment appeared first on Careers in Government.
Super Library Marketing
JANUARY 15, 2025
Watch this video now #LibraryMarketing Show, episode 274 It’s time to talk about Bluesky. Do you need to add another social media platform to your library’s posting repertoire? I’ll share some tips and articles to help you make that decision in this episode of The Library Marketing Show. Plus, I’m giving kudos to a library that received national attention from a top talk show for its stuffed animal sleepover!
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Mentoring is critical for helping people who hope to land and be successful in public sector roles. Similarly, it could keep people motivated to achieve their goals. The post Mentorship Matters: Improving Retention in Public Sector Roles With Cross-Generational Support appeared first on Careers in Government.
Careers in Government
JANUARY 15, 2025
Today's workplace must be geared up to accommodate a shifting and moving workforce. It has to be defined mainly by adaptability and flexibility. The post Changing Workplace, Changing Mindset: How to Secure Your Dream Job appeared first on Careers in Government.
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The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe
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