The City Fix
APRIL 27, 2022
While building construction and operations are among the largest contributors to climate change, accounting for nearly 40% of energy-related CO2 emissions globally, they also remain the most cost-effective climate mitigation solution available. Every $1 invested in efficiency saves $2 in. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Disaster Planning and Emergency Management
APRIL 24, 2022
A principle of cascading disasters is that the world is ever more closely linked by networks on which we all depend for communications, commerce, enlightenment and entertainment. When disaster strikes, these networks are capable of transmitting impacts through a variety of domains and system states, each of which produces different consequences. The cascade is a result of the progression of a shock through different kinds of vulnerability.
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Homeroom
APRIL 29, 2022
By: Damian Archer As one of the first recipients in Maine of a Pell Grant through the Second Chance Pell Experimental Sites Initiative, I cherish these opportunities to represent education’s potential for rehabilitating the imprisoned. My education while incarcerated and my release to the “real world” holds perspective which I offer gratefully to provide more.
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
APRIL 26, 2022
In our 21st Century workplace and personal lives, technology has dominated, and thus cybersecurity has become an ever more important consideration. For each and every organization, be it public or private, along with cybersecurity comes the need to protect the privacy of people and organizations. In this podcast Ginger Armbruster, Chief Privacy Officer for the City of Seattle shares some best practices concerning integrating privacy protections into work that organizations are doing on cybersecu
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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
APRIL 26, 2022
Graphic novels and comics are fantastic storytelling mediums. With your library card, you can access thousands of digital graphic novels, comics, and manga through ComicsPlus, Hoopla, and our other eLibrary platforms. With rich visuals to accompany the text, the graphic format invites readers to exercise visual literacy skills and broaden their thinking.
Center for Community Progress
APRIL 26, 2022
Download the Full Report. Community development unites people to take collective action to build stronger, more resilient places to live. Its roots are embedded in the backyards, living rooms, and church halls of people who, out of sheer will and perseverance, found ways to advocate for change in their neighborhoods. Over time, though, the field of community development has shifted from grassroots movements to the careers of specialized professionals.
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Homeroom
APRIL 25, 2022
By: Richard Cordray, Chief, U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid Ten years ago this week, President Barack Obama issued an executive order that established guiding principles to protect veterans, service members, and their families who pursue higher education. These are known formally as the Principles of Excellence for Educational Institutions Serving Service.
A Library Writer's Blog
APRIL 29, 2022
CFP URL: [link] Call for Proposals Submission deadline: June 30, 2022 The Research Division hosts a free biennial conference to address the challenges of economic information. The event brings together experts to share their experiences at the frontier of economic data and information, discuss problems and potential solutions, and identify ways to improve access to and understanding of economic information.
Community and Economic Development Program of UNC
APRIL 29, 2022
The following are articles and reports on the web that the Community and Economic Development Program at the UNC School of Government shared through social media over the past month. Follow us on twitter or facebook to receive regular updates. Items of interest related to CED in North Carolina : Wall Street Journal article about homeowners associations changing rules to prevent investors from buying homes and converting them to rentals.
Decisions That Matter
APRIL 28, 2022
Throughout his career, Dr. Gordon has worked to increase the contribution of public procurement and contract management to the strategic management of public enterprises at every level of government. He served as CPO to multiple local governments, led NIGP as the National President, received the Institute's two highest individual awards, and has made a huge impact in education and research.
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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.
Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast
APRIL 28, 2022
When we think about what skills leaders need to be successful — such as making good decisions, regulating their emotions and stress, and forming strong and healthy relationships with others — an important foundation for those skills is mindfulness. Our guest today has deep expertise in helping people cultivate self-awareness and mindfulness in order to (to paraphrase his own words) help them become the person they’re meant to be in the world, hopefully growing towards that day
A Library Writer's Blog
APRIL 28, 2022
Michigan OER Network Website: [link] Proposal Form: [link] 2022 MI OER Virtual Summit ! Call for Proposals NOW OPEN! September 29-30, 2022 Call for proposals for the 2022 MI OER Virtual Summit, to be held virtually on September 29 & 30, 2022, is now open. This year's theme is "Looking Back, Looking Forward" , so please submit proposals that speak to how your work in open education has been changed and transformed during the past two years and your plans for a re-imagined future.
FedHeads
APRIL 25, 2022
The FedHeads celebrate the 200th episode with guest host Kelly Morrison and their "favorite" guest Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Federal Student Aid Katie Malague. Katie shares with us her role at FSA and what she is excited about! Tune in on how Robert challenges Katie on her many roles and see how she rebuts. The FedHeads celebrate the 200th episode with guest host Kelly Morrison and their "favorite" guest Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Federal Student Aid Katie Malague.
Decisions That Matter
APRIL 28, 2022
Throughout his career, Dr. Gordon has worked to increase the contribution of public procurement and contract management to the strategic management of public enterprises at every level of government. He served as CPO to multiple local governments, led NIGP as the National President, received the Institute's two highest individual awards, and has made a huge impact in education and research.
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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.
A Library Writer's Blog
APRIL 27, 2022
Proposals for the 2022 Core Forum are now being accepted CFP URL: [link] About Core The Core Forum will be the inaugural conference for ALA’s newest division, Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures, and ALA’s first in-person event since the pandemic began. It will bring together decision-makers and practitioners from the ALA division that focuses on: Access & Equity Assessment Buildings & Operations Leadership & Management Metadata & Collections Technology Our program tracks,
A Library Writer's Blog
APRIL 27, 2022
The NASIG Program Planning Committee is still seeking volunteers to facilitate a discussion about serials cataloging for the Information Discussion Groups. If you are planning to attend the NASIG 37 th Annual Conference in person and have experience with serials cataloging please consider submitting your name before May 1 st. Original Message: The NASIG Program Planning Committee (PPC) invites ideas for topics and for volunteer discussion facilitators for Informal Discussion Groups and User Grou
A Library Writer's Blog
APRIL 26, 2022
Submit your proposals for the 2022 Charleston Library Conference! October 31 - November 4 "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" CFP URL: [link] The 2022 Charleston Library Conference will be a hybrid event. We strongly encourage in-person attendance for presenters, but will offer a chance for virtual speakers to participate via a pre-recorded presentation and live Q&A.
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