Public Administration Associates
AUGUST 20, 2020
Dave Bretl and Chris Swartz have joined Kevin Brunner as partners in PAA. The trio brings over 90 years of local government management experience to the firm which is now celebrating its 23 rd year of providing high quality, affordable municipal consulting services to Wisconsin communities and beyond. PAA Founders Dr. Steve Hintz, Bill and Denise Frueh are still involved in PAA but now serve as associates.
Reprogramming the City
AUGUST 13, 2020
Covid Parking Garages. It’s unfortunate that it has even become a thing. But the underlying tale of resourcefulness in times of need and utilizing the extra capacity of everyday structures during a pandemic is one worth telling. Parking garages have proven to be more agile than their imposing presence belies. The utilitarian structures have performed many functions beyond their original remit in recent years.
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The City Fix
AUGUST 12, 2020
Cities in Africa are in something of a quandary when it comes to COVID-19. To date, the impact of the disease has been much less than most experts predicted. As of this writing, the continent has had over 890,000 confirmed. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
The Market Urbanism Report
AUGUST 2, 2020
A movement in the 1970s to make for-profit restrooms illegal means there's now a shortage of public restrooms, period.
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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.
Princeton Public Library
AUGUST 31, 2020
We invite you to take advantage of this month’s Youth Services recommendations for activities and resources for children ages birth to five years old and their families. With the library’s print collection now available for check out again, as well as browsing of new books in the Community Room during express service hours, a few […].
Policy Chats
AUGUST 28, 2020
In this episode, Val Verde Unified School District Superintendent Mike McCormick talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the challenges school districts face as the academic school year begins and distanced learning continues. About Mike McCormick: Superintendent McCormick carries over 20 years of experience in the field of education.
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Reprogramming the City
AUGUST 13, 2020
When the going got tough for live entertainment, parking garage performances became a way to create and connect. Social distancing requirements due to Covid-19 has rattled everyone’s lives and livelihoods. Of the many industries that have faced immense struggles during this time, live entertainment has been one of the hardest hit. Yet performers and performance companies are used to reinvention and innovation during tough times.
The City Fix
AUGUST 5, 2020
As people stay home and city streets turn quiet, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the global vehicle market. While many urban experts fear a turn to personal cars in lieu of public transport, few people so far are actually purchasing. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
First State Insights
AUGUST 18, 2020
Sean O'Neill, Policy Scientist at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA) speaks to Dr. Stephen Metraux, PhD, Director of the University of Delaware's Center for Community Research and Service (CCRS), Mimi Rayl, a Ph.D. student at CCRS, and Julia O'Hanlon, Policy Scientist at IPA, about housing insecurity and affordability in Delaware.
Princeton Public Library
AUGUST 26, 2020
As we sit on the precipice of the reopening of schools and other organizations, it can feel unnerving, yet exhilarating. The notion of returning to old routines, routines etched as deeply and pronounced as rings in a tree, marking both age and time, seems like an abstract idea. How do we get back on track?
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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.
Policy Chats
AUGUST 28, 2020
In this episode, Val Verde Unified School District Superintendent Mike McCormick talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the challenges school districts face as the academic school year begins and distanced learning continues. About Mike McCormick: Superintendent McCormick carries over 20 years of experience in the field of education.
ResourceAssociates
AUGUST 17, 2020
by Resource Associates @ grantwriters.net. Grant Questions? Let’s talk. info@grantwriters.net 505-326-4245. It’s all very exciting, isn’t it? You’ve found a government grant and, if awarded, it will literally pay your nonprofit to go out and accomplish its mission. Government grants are often larger and last longer than your average private foundation grant.
Reprogramming the City
AUGUST 12, 2020
The future of energy storage could be woven into industrial brick buildings. As New Scientist reports , “A brick wall can also be a battery. Thanks to the red pigment they contain, bricks can be turned into efficient energy storage devices.” The report details the work of Julio D’Arcy at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, who, along with his colleagues, used a special conductive polymer called PEDOT to make their energy-storing bricks.
The City Fix
AUGUST 6, 2020
The large cities in the Latin American region all have one thing in common: the opportunities for employment and income are concentrated in a few districts while, more and more, sprawling housing zones are located on the outskirts of cities. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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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.
PubWorks Blog
AUGUST 13, 2020
The PubWorks Cloud has you covered. Whether it’s In the field, in the office or your customers on their phones, the PubWorks Cloud has you covered. PubWorks Citizen enables citizens so they can report problems they observe; PubWorks Mobile gives workers powerful in-the-field tools to manage problems, assets and maps in real time; PubWorks Desktop gives office staff a comprehensive view of all data as it flows in and out of the entire system. .
Princeton Public Library
AUGUST 18, 2020
To extend our community outreach, the library partners with the many municipal, non-profit, and business organizations that make Princeton such an extraordinary town. This month, the Historical Society of Princeton (HSP) is in the spotlight.
Policy Chats
AUGUST 28, 2020
In this episode, Val Verde Unified School District Superintendent Mike McCormick talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the challenges school districts face as the academic school year begins and distanced learning continues. About Mike McCormick: Superintendent McCormick carries over 20 years of experience in the field of education.
Grant Training Center
AUGUST 10, 2020
The pool of funds available for grants in the US is steadily shrinking given that funding is similar from year to year, and those funds are not keeping up with inflation and labor costs. Also, grant funding has been dramatically reduced in certain federal funding agencies and in others it has fallen by 20-25 percent, meaning that most academics are spending valuable time writing applications that end up being rejected.
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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.
Reprogramming the City
AUGUST 12, 2020
When the pandemic hit India hard earlier this year, the country’s resources were stretched to breaking point – a situation many nations faced. It is tragic when essential services fall short in the most urgent of times, but also rewarding that human ingenuity steps in with what could be termed Covid Resourcefulness. As Indian newspaper The Tribune reports, “Indian railways has started the work to modify 5,000 of its coaches, which are to be converted into quarantine or isolatio
The City Fix
AUGUST 10, 2020
They marched for human rights, for health care and education, but they came for the metro system, burning and damaging more than 86 stations across the city. Massive protests in Santiago last October forced the government to agree to rewrite. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
First State Insights
AUGUST 11, 2020
Patrick Callahan, Founder and Managing Partner of CompassRed, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about the role of innovation and adaptation for Delaware's recovery from the economic and social impacts of COVID-19. Topics covered include adapting to the necessity of remote work, learning from career setbacks, and creating the conditions necessary for business and policy innovation.
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
AUGUST 4, 2020
It seems crazy, but still there are people advocating that wearing a mask is not necessary despite the pleas of public health officials and scientists. They have seen the positive community results that come when everyone wears a mask. Wearing a mask is not for the benefit of the person with the mask on their face. It is for the benefit of those around them who could be exposed to asymptomatic people who are spreading the virus—by not wearing a mask.
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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.
Policy Chats
AUGUST 14, 2020
In this episode, City Attorney for Mill Valley and Fairfield, Greg Stepanicich talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about "police power" and the legality of the shutdown. About Mr. Stepanicich: Mr. Stepanicich is the City Attorney for Mill Valley and Fairfield. He previously served as the City Attorney for Agoura Hills, Beverly Hills, and Seal Beach.
The Market Urbanism Report
AUGUST 30, 2020
For over a quarter-century, passenger rail in the US has been the exclusive domain of the government. Three private ventures are about to change that.
Decisions That Matter
AUGUST 31, 2020
On this special "Buying Bunch" episode, the team of procurement experts from Government Sourcing Solutions shares their experience last week at the NIGP Forum 2020 conference that was initially scheduled to take place in Chicago, Illinois, but transitioned to a virtual event due to the national pandemic. The team also gives actionable advice to maximize the impact of connections made and data collected during the week long trade show to ensure a successful end to 2020.
The City Fix
AUGUST 19, 2020
Companies like Toyota, Nikola and H2X are doubling down on hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and positioning them as alternatives to their more popular zero-emission counterparts, battery electric vehicles. These companies and some advocates believe fuel cell vehicles could be key to. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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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.
First State Insights
AUGUST 4, 2020
Don Haldeman, an experienced Circle Keeper and professor of criminal justice, restorative justice, and sociology talks with Alex Southerst, a Graduate Research Assistant in the Conflict Resolution Program at the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public Administration, about the applications of peacemaking circles in both educational and professional settings.
FedHeads
AUGUST 31, 2020
The FedHeads talk this week about their spread in the August 2020 issue of Podcast Magazine and what it feel like to finally make it big. Link: www.podcastmagazine.com ($) The FedHeads talk this week about their spread in the August 2020 issue of Podcast Magazine and what it feel like to finally make it big. Link: www.podcastmagazine.
Policy Chats
AUGUST 14, 2020
In this episode, City Attorney for Mill Valley and Fairfield, Greg Stepanicich talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about "police power" and the legality of the shutdown. About Mr. Stepanicich: Mr. Stepanicich is the City Attorney for Mill Valley and Fairfield. He previously served as the City Attorney for Agoura Hills, Beverly Hills, and Seal Beach.
The Market Urbanism Report
AUGUST 30, 2020
For over a quarter-century, passenger rail in the US has been the exclusive domain of the government. Three private ventures are about to change that.
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Many business license applications still can't be completed online, creating a frustrating user experience and lowering compliance. Shifting to a digital process makes it easier for staff and businesses alike. This guide covers: How to build a licensing and registration experience that works for your staff and local businesses. Why technology is your best partner for improving licensing and registration compliance.
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