Mon.May 27, 2024

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Is Your City Ready to Apply for Federal Assistance Following a Presidential Disaster Declaration?

NLC (National League of Cities)

Across the United States, numerous regions are facing the devastating impacts of tornadoes and other extreme weather conditions. Recently, as part of the Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities, staff from the National League of Cities (NLC) visited Portage, MI, just days after the city experienced a severe tornado that caused significant damage.

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New veteran justice program aims to steer veterans back to ‘hero status’

GCN

Nebraska is the first state to adopt recommendations from a commission on veteran justice that calls for treatment and case plans that address military service-connected conditions that contributed to criminal offenses.

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Resources to Make Deploying Tax Credits for Clean Energy Projects in Small and Rural Communities Easier

NLC (National League of Cities)

Deploying tax credits takes expertise, human capacity and the ability to access resources, be that the tax code or regulations. The top challenges small and rural communities face utilizing the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds are not having expertise, lack of human capacity, and lack of access to resources.

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Successful city parks make diverse communities feel safe and welcome

GCN

COMMENTARY | Parks are like a city’s living room. Designing, building and managing them well makes them attractive to different groups and boosts inclusion.

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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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Why Are Government Workers Hesitant To Embrace AI?

GovPilot

Local government officials often find themselves at an intersection between progress and tradition. They are tasked with the challenging responsibility of integrating modern technology into their daily work lives. Officials recognize the immense potential that digital tools and advanced systems hold for enhancing efficiency, improving public services , and fostering transparency.