January, 2022

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Using Cycling as an Indicator for Urban Quality of Life

The City Fix

Metropolitan areas around the world struggle with the same problem: More people means more traffic. If the majority of residents and workers use private vehicles, this leads to more congestion and emissions, more road crashes, lower air quality and therefore. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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In New York, Chinatown’s Cultural Power Steps Out of the Basements and Into the Mainstream

Next City

After decades of underground organizing for cultural expression and political agency, establishment funding is flooding the neighborhood. But with millions tied to the city’s borough-based jails plan, is the bankroll worth the price?

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Seeing and Hearing: Underrated Skills?

Disaster Planning and Emergency Management

The island of Capri seen from the slopes of Mount Vesuvius (photo: D. Alexander) There are two things we don’t teach our students but we should: to see and to listen. They are virtues--and skills--that are at least as important as writing and speaking. Some would argue that they are even more important. Pierre Bonnard, the great post-Impressionist painter, said that “many people look, but few see”.

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CareerHub

The Whistle Post

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN GETTING TRAINING TOWARDS A CAREER? Explore a career through the CareerHub. We offer skills training as well as job search and placement services. Our team of knowledgeable workforce specialists can help each young person discover their career interest and work toward attaining the skills needed to gain employment. We want to keep you moving in the direction of your goals.

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Municipal Maintenance: Ready, Set, Inspect!

Speaker: Noratek

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.

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Ep. 57 - Job Order Contracting (JOC) as an Alternative Project Delivery Method

Decisions That Matter

This episode of Procurated 's Decisions That Matter podcast is brought to you by Gordian. Gordian is revolutionizing the construction industry with data software, and expertise. On this episode, we are joined by: Andrea S. Patrucco , Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Department of Marketing and Logistics at the Florida International University College of Business.

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February top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to five years old and their families. Black History Month Books for Little Kids February is Black History Month. Check out this Youth Services staff-curated list of picture books for […].

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Six Solutions to Watch for 2022

Next City

What we're keeping our eyes on as we head into the new year.

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Navigating the Job Reckoning

First State Insights

Dr. Rick Cotton, Associate Professor of Talent Management and Sustainable Innovation at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about employees and employers navigating the disruption of the pandemic and finding their way toward models of work that breed successful careers and productive organizations.

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Why Community Engagement is a Skills Requirement for Architects

Social Pinpoint

A growing number of architects are turning to community engagement to create spaces that connect people. We explore how community engagement enhances the design process and improves outcomes for architects and the public. The post Why Community Engagement is a Skills Requirement for Architects appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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The Case Against Using Public Money To Demo Blight

The Market Urbanism Report

Why not take the money used to tear buildings down and fund rehabs instead?

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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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Joab Corey: Global Supply Chains and the Evolving Economy

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of Economics Dr. Joab Corey talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the evolving economies of the world. Learn more about Dr. Corey via [link] Podcast Highlights: “This COVID-19 pandemic has actually led to an increase in real wages among the lowest quartile of earners.” - Dr. Corey on one of the complex impacts the pandemic has had.

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5 Ways US States Can Get More Electric School Buses on the Road

The City Fix

The recent enactment of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in the United States is an important step on the path to cleaner school bus rides for the more than 20 million children who rely on an iconic yellow bus. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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“Prediction and Freedom are Opposites”: The Strong Towns Interview

Human Transit

Chuck Marohn of Strong Towns invited me onto his podcast last month, to discuss my paper “ To Predict with Confidence, Plan for Freedom.” It was a fun and lively conversation. I hope you enjoy it: You can follow Chuck’s whole excellent podcast series here. The post “Prediction and Freedom are Opposites”: The Strong Towns Interview appeared first on Human Transit.

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Ask A Librarian: Getting Live Transcription Working with Zoom

Librarian.net

From a local hearing impaired pal: Can you help the library to get captions on Zoom? They’ve been trying to figure it out for a couple of months now. I asked them to have you help them, but I don’t think they’ve tried that. Live captions are now a service available to anyone with a Zoom account, paid or free, but its not always obvious how to get it working.

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Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation

Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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How Agile Methodologies Can Transform Community Engagement

Social Pinpoint

Participatory decision-making can be complex to navigate. Discover how agile engagement methodologies can help you find the right balance. The post How Agile Methodologies Can Transform Community Engagement appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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The Case Against Using Public Money To Demo Blight

The Market Urbanism Report

Why not take the money used to tear buildings down and fund rehabs instead?

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Global Supply Chains and the Evolving Economy (with Joab Corey)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of Economics Dr. Joab Corey talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the evolving economies of the world. Learn more about Dr. Corey via [link] Podcast Highlights: “This COVID-19 pandemic has actually led to an increase in real wages among the lowest quartile of earners.” - Dr. Corey on one of the complex impacts the pandemic has had.

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How to Help Your Community Fund Electric School Buses in the US

The City Fix

The benefits of electric school buses are clear, and communities across the United States are eager to get on board. What’s more, many of the advantages of electric school buses are even more consequential for low-income and underserved school communities, Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

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Great News for Chile

Human Transit

Photo: Universidad Católica de Chile. My friend Professor Juan Carlos Muñoz Abogabir is Chile’s new Minister of Transport. He is a Bus Rapid Transit expert and an eloquent advocate for sustainable and just transport planning, and is also one of the nicest people I know. Juan Carlos has already been a leader through turbulent times. In the 2000s was a key advisor to the project that created Transantiago , a government agency managing all public transport in the capital region.

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ALA Midwinter Report 2022

Librarian.net

Hello from your local Chapter Councilor to the American Library Association. This past week I attended Council Forums and Council meetings virtually and this is my report. Want to be a Councilor? Brief note that my Chapter Councilor term is up in May. While I am more than happy to serve a second three-year term, I would also be happy to pass the privilege and responsibility on to someone else.

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Advancing Supply Chain Integration

First State Insights

Brian Glick, Founder and CEO of Chain.IO, joins Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), to discuss what’s new, familiar, and old about current supply chain integration challenges. Topics covered in this January 17, 2022 interview include changes in what it means to optimize supply chains, the ongoing challenges of integrating new and legacy supply chain systems, and perspectives on the supply chain crisis.

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How To Stand Out: 5 Elements of a Winning Grant Proposal

ResourceAssociates

by Resource Associates @ grantwriters.net. Grant Questions? Let’s talk. info@grantwriters.net 505-326-4245. While you may have only one grant proposal to write at any given time, those who review grant proposals regularly may have dozens to review. Just as recruiters go through multiple resumes for an open job position, grant proposal reviewers have a limited amount of time to sift through an enormous pile of applications.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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Global Supply Chains and the Evolving Economy (with Joab Corey)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of Economics Dr. Joab Corey talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the evolving economies of the world. Learn more about Dr. Corey via [link]. Podcast Highlights: “This COVID-19 pandemic has actually led to an increase in real wages among the lowest quartile of earners.”. - Dr. Corey on one of the complex impacts the pandemic has had.

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Seismic Neglect for Schools

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

When we send our children and grandchildren off to school we expect that they are going to a safe place. In Washington State that might not be true. In this podcast the guest is Jim Buck, a former Washington State legislator. He has a passion for emergency management and when he discovered the status school seismic safety in his state he set off to change that.

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Five on a theme: the choices we make

Princeton Public Library

I had a conversation recently with some of my colleagues about our college experiences, sharing how our initial plans for majors and careers changed in the realities of adult life, and the things we can’t believe we didn’t know when making potentially life-altering choices. More than once, someone said “if I could make the choice […].

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Google Cloud expands higher education credits to 8 countries in Africa

Google Public Sector

To better support equity and opportunity in higher education across the globe, we are proud to announce the expansion of Google Cloud research, teaching, and learning credits to eight countries in Africa: Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Tunisia. With the recent additions of five countries in Latin America, Asia, and the Pacific, this brings our global community to 60 countries.

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Holiday Safety Tips for Municipal Operations

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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From Promises to Action: 6 Sustainability Stories to Watch in 2022

The City Fix

During these unprecedented times, there’s a great deal of uncertainty about the future. The COVID-19 pandemic rages on, the effects of climate change are already being felt worldwide, and people across the planet continue to face inequity. And that’s just. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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How To Improve U.S. Passenger Rail: Expanding Right-of-way

The Market Urbanism Report

Can private transport companies carve out track space without needing eminent domain?

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Ask A Librarian: Sharing links behind a soft paywall?

Librarian.net

From a friend in my trivia community: I’ll post a link to an article or something on FB and/or Twitter, and I hear from Euro folk about how they’re blocked from reading it. I’d like to have a go-to answer for them that would be broadly applicable. Can you give me a generalized technique for this problem when it arises? Sure! This is also how I get around soft-paywalls like “You have read all your free articles this month” (won’t work with “You have to pa

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3 Choices when things feel out of control

Grants4Good

Do you sometimes feel like you have no control over anything right now, whether it be at work, home, or in your community? I get it. But you DO have choices that can change everything! Let me tell you an important story about 3 choices… The scene: I’m at a week-long surf camp in Costa […]. The post 3 Choices when things feel out of control appeared first on Grants4Good.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

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.