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.

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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.

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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. .

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

AUGUST 11, 2020

On this episode of Open Space Radio, we are talking about BioBlitzes. And the only thing more fun than saying “BioBlitz” may be actually participating in one. A BioBlitz is an event where your community can visit your park and identify the different wildlife species in that area. It provides an opportunity for people to understand and learn about the various species in that area, and also provides critical data and information to the staff who manage those lands.

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FedHeads

AUGUST 10, 2020

Robert Shea and Francis Rose discuss how agencies are preparing for the presidential transition - regardless of who wins the election - and what strategies are more effective. Robert Shea and Francis Rose discuss how agencies are preparing for the presidential transition - regardless of who wins the election - and what strategies are more effective.

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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.

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The Market Urbanism Report

AUGUST 9, 2020

Auctioning curbs will improve use of scarce urban space, especially for private transit.

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The Market Urbanism Report

AUGUST 9, 2020

Auctioning curbs will improve use of scarce urban space, especially for private transit.

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