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Accelerating Recovery for People Through Building Energy Efficiency

The City Fix

This article originally appeared in Energy Efficiency Magazine as part of a series of responses about energy efficiency’s role in global economic recovery from COVID-19. Energy-efficient buildings are an important key to unlocking recovery from the health and economic crises. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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IAP2 2020 Conference – What We Learned

Social Pinpoint

This year, the IAP2 North American Conference was held virtually due to the global pandemic. As sponsors of the event, we loved hearing the insights and advice from engagement experts across a range of industries. The post IAP2 2020 Conference – What We Learned appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Exploring Affordable Housing Finance with Dionna Sargent

First State Insights

Sean O'Neill, Policy Scientist at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA) speaks to Dionna Sargent, Vice President of Community Development at Cinnaire, about affordable housing, community development, and the Black Lives Matter Movement. Dionna shares her personal and professional background as well as her experiences and perspectives from working in the world of affordable housing finance and community development.

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Learn a new language this fall

Princeton Public Library

Life during the pandemic can feel uneven. Some of us are busier than ever, while others have more time on our hands than before, whether it’s because of reduced work hours, nonexistent commutes, or canceled social activities.

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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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As the UN Turns 75, Countries Should Embrace a Shared Vision of a Fairer, Safer and More Sustainable Future

The City Fix

This year is the 75th anniversary of the United Nations – an institution created in the wake of World War II, when the world was looking to emerge from a tragic era filled with conflict and political and economic turmoil. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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When Your Home Burns Down

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Beyond our personal lives, a house, our home is precious to us. When we see the wild land fires burning hundreds and even thousands of houses, these are individual families being impacted. This podcast is an interview with Sean Scott, a disaster recovery expert and author of the book, Red Guide to Recovery—a Resource Handbook for Disaster Survivors.

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Ep. 24 - Judy Smith: Navigating Procurement in Higher Education

Decisions That Matter

On this episode Judy Smith discusses procurement in higher education. Judy has an impressive background in both healthcare and higher education, and she served as the Director of Procurement at the University of Michigan, where she worked for nearly 10 years. We dove into the main differences between purchasing for colleges and universities compared to state and local government procurement, how higher education is handling the pandemic and the warehousing issues that were caused by the PPE shor

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The Great American Outdoors Act is Law, Part II – Episode 074

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

On our previous episode of Open Space Radio, which was part one of our Great American Outdoors Act coverage, we spoke with Happy Haynes, the executive director of Denver Parks and Recreation, about what the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act meant for access to quality parks and recreation opportunities in her city and the country as a whole.

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4 Priorities for Climate Action and Social Equity in the COVID-19 Recovery

The City Fix

The COVID-19 crisis has shown how deep inequalities make society as a whole more vulnerable – providing important lessons for building resilience in an era of climate change. The people most exposed to the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting economic. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Underrated Appalachia

The Market Urbanism Report

Long derided for stagnant activity and subject to stereotypes, Appalachia's historic coal cities offer surprises.

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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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Ep. 24 - Judy Smith: Navigating Procurement in Higher Education

Decisions That Matter

On this episode Judy Smith discusses procurement in higher education. Judy has an impressive background in both healthcare and higher education, and she served as the Director of Procurement at the University of Michigan, where she worked for nearly 10 years. We dove into the main differences between purchasing for colleges and universities compared to state and local government procurement, how higher education is handling the pandemic and the warehousing issues that were caused by the PPE shor

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Why Conversations About Racial Equity Matter for Parks and Recreation — October Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

On this month’s bonus episode of Open Space Radio, we’re diving deeper into the cover story of the October issue of Parks & Recreation magazine, “Glenn Harris: An Advocate for Racial Equity and Social Justice.” In the article, NRPA’s executive editor, Vitisia Paynich, interviewed our keynote speaker for the 2020 NRPA Annual Conference: A Virtual Experience, Glenn Harris.

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Ep. 23 - Creating Procurement Hurdles, Not Roadblocks with Stacy Gregg (Univ. of S. Carolina)

Decisions That Matter

On this episode of Decisions That Matter, brought to you by Procurated , co-hosts Alex Stonehouse and Bernadette Launi are joined by procurement rockstar, Stacy Gregg, from the University of South Carolina. Stacy does a wonderful job of pairing her years of procurement experience with her compelling storytelling ability, to give listeners seemingly endless anecdotes to learn from and act upon.

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Ep. 23 - Creating Procurement Hurdles, Not Roadblocks with Stacy Gregg (Univ. of S. Carolina)

Decisions That Matter

On this episode of Decisions That Matter, brought to you by Procurated , co-hosts Alex Stonehouse and Bernadette Launi are joined by procurement rockstar, Stacy Gregg, from the University of South Carolina. Stacy does a wonderful job of pairing her years of procurement experience with her compelling storytelling ability, to give listeners seemingly endless anecdotes to learn from and act upon.

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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.