November, 2018

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Short stories for shorter days

Princeton Public Library

Since the clocks turned back and daylight hours dwindle on our way to winter, I find less time to read. Dark evenings make me feel less productive, and I am liable to fall asleep on the couch at 7 p.m. while reading. I particularly enjoy short stories and novellas in these moments. They are long enough […].

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S5 Episode 06 - 3 Stories Of How The Park District Helps Students Beat Stress - 2

ParkTalk podcast

Three high school students explain how their workouts or dance activities at the Naperville Park District benefit them and relieve stress. Three high school students explain how their workouts or dance activities at the Naperville Park District benefit them and relieve stress.

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Episode 10 - Justin Herman, Emerging Citizen Technology program office lead for GSA's Technology Transformation Services

GovCast

This episode features Justin Herman, lead of the Emerging Citizen Technology program office for GSA's Technology Transformation Services. Herman talks about his transition from public affairs officer in the Air Force to social technologist, his passion for GSA's emerging tech missions, and how the arrival of the internet at his high school in a small town in New Hampshire led him to developing the school's first website and ultimately predicting the rise of social technologies.

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Episode 37: Call Me Commissioner

FedHeads

This week Robert and Francis welcome two key senior staffers who have worked to pass the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act. John Righter (with Senator Patty Murray) and Tedd McCann (formerly with Speaker Paul Ryan) give the latest updates on effort to codify some of the recommendations from the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking.

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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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What Are Your Park and Rec Pet Peeves? — Episode 029

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

On today’s episode, we’re talking about pet peeves. We know how much passion you have for your communities and careers as park and recreation professionals, but we also know that there’s always that one thing that continues to irk you. On our 25th episode, we asked you to let us know some of the things that you deal with in your career in parks and recreation that really annoy you, and you answered the call.

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Seven books that are perfect fall reads

Princeton Public Library

Autumn is my favorite time of year. The brisk, snapping air, the marigold crunch of leaves underfoot, cozy nights under cozy blankets — what’s not to love? One of my favorite autumn activities is curling up with a great book, and since I’m a big mood reader, I like finding books that match the season. […].

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Giving Thanks

FedHeads

The #FedHeads are off for the Thanksgiving holiday this week, but Francis Rose gives a sneak peak of what's coming after the holiday in the government management space, including Robert Shea getting a Christmas wish come true early! About FedHeads FedHeads are Robert Shea and Francis Rose, who love to talk about the arcana of government management and the people who are trying to make it better.

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S5 Episode 05: Address The Stress

ParkTalk podcast

KidsMatter CEO and Executive Director Kamala Martinez returns to talk about several initiatives to help students beat stress: free online tutoring, a digital leader program and a job fair for high school and college students. KidsMatter CEO and Executive Director Kamala Martinez returns to talk about several initiatives to help students beat stress: free online tutoring, a digital leader program and a job fair for high school and college students.

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Episode 36: Window Into An Open Government

FedHeads

This week Robert and Francis welcome Howard Mortman, Communications Director at C-SPAN to talk about the role of unbiased media and access to the inner workings of government in a free and open society. Howard Mortman Bio: [link] C-SPAN: [link]. About FedHeads FedHeads are Robert Shea and Francis Rose, who love to talk about the arcana of government management and the people who are trying to make it better.

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Episode 35: Trends in Federal IT

FedHeads

Kevin Cummins, Vice President of Technology at the Professional Services Council, joins Robert and Francis to talk about trends in Federal IT and the latest development in modernizing the technology that drives government programs. Kevin Cummins Bio: [link] Federal CIO Authorization Act of 2018: [link] Representative Hurd Press Release on H.R. 6901: [link].

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Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation

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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To be read.

Princeton Public Library

I adore books. I love the crisp, clean pages of a new release, the way a small paperback fits perfectly in your purse, even the old, musty smell of a great library book.

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