Let's Talk Parks
JUNE 22, 2020
One blessing the COVID-19 pandemic has given the field of Parks and Recreation is opening the door to new ideas and ways of thinking. COVID-19 has allowed us to the ability to be more honest than we ever have been with ourselves, our communities, and our agencies. COVID-19 has not only made us re-create the way that we work, but it has impacted our work culture.
Peak Proposals
JUNE 20, 2020
One aspect of grant writing that frequently trips people up is that most grant opportunities have fixed or “hard” deadlines. To be considered for a grant, you need to submit your proposal by a specific date and time, no exceptions. Adding to the pressure, the time between when the funding opportunity announcement (FOA) comes out and when the application is due can often be very short.
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The City Fix
JUNE 24, 2020
By 2030, more than 145 million people across the world will be impacted by flooding each year – many of whom live in coastal areas of the United States. Wildfires are growing rapidly in areas of the U.S. where they once were. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 25, 2020
For the last three months, we’ve lived through adjusting to confinement and social distancing. In the new normal brought by New Jersey’s COVID-19 restrictions, sharing music has brought some light and relief to many of our days.
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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.
Policy Chats
JUNE 23, 2020
In this episode, former California Insurance Commissioner, Dave Jones talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the implications and challenges the American system of employer-based insurance is currently facing due to COVID-19. About Dave Jones: Mr. Jones is a member of the UCR’s School of Public Policy Advisory Board.
First State Insights
JUNE 23, 2020
Joseph Kane, Senior Research Associate and Associate Fellow at the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about his research on the nation's infrastructure workforce and IPA's ongoing study of workforce development needs and opportunities associated with infrastructure in Delaware.
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NLRG (National Legal Research Group)
JUNE 25, 2020
Steve Friedman , Senior Attorney, National Legal Research Group. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many aspects of our lives have been severely altered and restricted in the name of public health. The extent of the states' police power is currently being tested amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and one such legal battleground involves the freedom of religious practice.
Policy Chats
JUNE 23, 2020
In this episode, former California Insurance Commissioner, Dave Jones talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the implications and challenges the American system of employer-based insurance is currently facing due to COVID-19. About Dave Jones: Mr. Jones is a member of the UCR’s School of Public Policy Advisory Board.
Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends
JUNE 25, 2020
The July issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of Open Space Radio we’re diving deeper into the cover story, “ Celebrating YOU This July.” As you know, we usually interview the author or the subjects of the magazine article for our bonus episode each month, but in today’s case, the author is already with us!
The Market Urbanism Report
JUNE 21, 2020
Friends of the L.A. River is using anti-development rhetoric - even though the project would give Los Angeles much-needed housing.
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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.
Decisions That Matter
JUNE 21, 2020
On this episode, The Buying Bunch, with over 150 years of combined procurement experience, discusses the immense importance of eProcurement in the modern environment with the rapid shift away from paper records and a renewed emphasis on speed and remote capabilities. This episode is brought to you by Procurated. Citizens depend on government. Governments depend on suppliers.
Policy Chats
JUNE 23, 2020
In this episode, former California Insurance Commissioner, Dave Jones talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the implications and challenges the American system of employer-based insurance is currently facing due to COVID-19. About Dave Jones: Mr. Jones is a member of the UCR’s School of Public Policy Advisory Board.
FedHeads
JUNE 22, 2020
The FedHeads Francis Rose and Robert Shea speak with Stacie Alboum, Deputy Director for the Center for Information Technology (CIT) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), who shares her experiences and NIH’s successes during the pandemic. The FedHeads Francis Rose and Robert Shea speak with Stacie Alboum, Deputy Director for the Center for Information Technology (CIT) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), who shares her experiences and NIH’s successes during the pandemic.
Princeton Public Library
JUNE 22, 2020
To the Princeton Community: As outrage grew over the police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and the murder of Ahmaud Arbery, Princeton Public Library issued a pledge: we would redouble our efforts around racial literacy. Now that we’ve had additional time to mourn and reflect, and witness the police killing of Rayshard Brooks, we […].
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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.
Decisions That Matter
JUNE 21, 2020
On this episode, The Buying Bunch, with over 150 years of combined procurement experience, discusses the immense importance of eProcurement in the modern environment with the rapid shift away from paper records and a renewed emphasis on speed and remote capabilities. This episode is brought to you by Procurated. Citizens depend on government. Governments depend on suppliers.
Policy Chats
JUNE 22, 2020
In this episode, Executive Director of Responsible Battery Coalition, Steve Christensen talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the important contribution of batteries in daily life, but specifically during a pandemic. About Steve Christensen: Steve Christensen is the Executive Director of Responsible Battery Coalition, a nonprofit coalition of companies, academics and organizations committed to the responsible management of the batteries of today and tomorrow.
The City Fix
JUNE 22, 2020
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been told to stay at home, stay close to our neighborhoods and try to enjoy being outside. But what if there is no park nearby? What if your home is tiny with no outdoor. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
Disaster Planning and Emergency Management
JUNE 20, 2020
Image: US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases In terms of its scope, Covid-19 is like no other disaster that has occurred in the last 100 years, since, in fact, the influenza pandemic of 1918-1920 killed more people than both world wars combined, and contributed to the end of the First World War. Despite this, the 2020 pandemic has obvious similarities with previous outbreaks of viral diseases and with many other kinds of disaster.
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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.
Policy Chats
JUNE 22, 2020
In this episode, Executive Director of Responsible Battery Coalition, Steve Christensen talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the important contribution of batteries in daily life, but specifically during a pandemic. About Steve Christensen: Steve Christensen is the Executive Director of Responsible Battery Coalition, a nonprofit coalition of companies, academics and organizations committed to the responsible management of the batteries of today and tomorrow.
Policy Chats
JUNE 22, 2020
In this episode, Executive Director of Responsible Battery Coalition, Steve Christensen talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the important contribution of batteries in daily life, but specifically during a pandemic. About Steve Christensen: Steve Christensen is the Executive Director of Responsible Battery Coalition, a nonprofit coalition of companies, academics and organizations committed to the responsible management of the batteries of today and tomorrow.
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