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Catalyzing Biodiversity on Buildings

NLC (National League of Cities)

Authored by JD Brown, Senior Associate, Policy and Planning, Second Nature Ecology and Design, and Program Director for The Biophilic Cities Project Urban biodiversity is increasingly recognized as an essential component in the global effort to halt biodiversity loss.

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Author Talks: How to lead in a polarized world

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

From political polarization to social movements, outrage is reshaping the landscape for organizations. A business professor offers a unique, practical approach to help leaders make sense of this phenomenon, engage stakeholders effectively, and build resilience.

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Getting Bengaluru to Work: Transit-Oriented Development for Job Accessibility

The City Fix

IT professional Nagarjun Kandukuru, 51, looks out of the window of his Bannerghatta Road home in Bengaluru and watches as his 16-year-old son cycles off to music class. The family has never owned a car. Kandukuru, himself, uses a motorcycle.

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Finding a grounded approach to the restaurant business

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Mercer Street Hospitality founder and CEO John McDonald discusses how he selects new projects while maintaining his stable of restaurants and bars in a notoriously challenging industry.

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How Gilbert, AZ Prepares for the Future While Protecting What Makes It Great

A top-rated place to live, Gilbert, AZ struggled with outdated short-term rental management—low compliance, lost revenue, and growing administrative strain. By adopting the GovOS Tax & Compliance suite, the Town: Increased compliance from 40% to 90% Generated over $85K in new revenue Has a single digital system to manage tasks more efficiently With a centralized hub for short-term rental registration and enforcement, Gilbert balances tourism and community needs.

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Solving the Public Sector Workforce Crisis: What Local Governments Need to Know

zencity

Across the country, local governments are navigating a growing workforce crisis.

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Mitigating procurement value leakage with generative AI

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

In an era of unprecedented disruption, procurement is no longer just about negotiating costs but is at the forefront of navigating complexity and protecting value.

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Strengthen federal space resilience with AWS Ground Station

AWS Public Sector Blog

A resilient space architecture uses commercial solutions integrated with government-owned capabilities to create an environment that is secure, redundant, dynamic, and distributed across multiple orbits, satellites, ground stations, networks, and mission operations centers. The architecture is designed to recover from disruptions and maintain mission-critical operations.

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Policy Goals versus Service Delivery in the Welfare State: Bridging the Gap

Policy & Politics Journal blog

by Janna Goijaerts, Natascha van der Zwan, Jet Bussemaker Policies often set ambitious goals for social services, envisioning a welfare system that is preventative, tailored, and complementary.

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5 Time-Saving Tips To Save Your Sanity While Marketing Your Library

Super Library Marketing

Watch this video now #LibraryMarketingShow, episode 284 Are you marketing and promoting your library by yourself or with a very small team? Do you feel overwhelmed and stressed, like there’s never enough time in the day to do everything that needs to be done? I have five tips to help you make the most of your time and be efficient with your library marketing without getting stressed.

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New guidance urges business leaders to strengthen cyber defences

Open Access Government - Technology News

As cyber-attacks become more frequent, business leaders in the UK are being advised to take immediate action to safeguard their companies from online threats A new set of guidelines, released today, provides a complete framework for directors and company boards to strengthen their cybersecurity measures, ensuring their businesses remain resilient and secure as they continue to grow.

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Municipal Maintenance Guide: Inspections

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.