Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Each month, we receive a significant number of emails with questions about how to get grant funding and where to look for funding, as well as more specific questions related to securing grants for particular types of projects. While there are always a few questions that require tailored answers, most of the questions we receive fall into a handful of categories.

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The City Fix

DECEMBER 23, 2020

In 2020, cities found themselves on the frontlines of the battle against a new and fast-spreading virus that soon became a global pandemic. Even as some places reacted with smart and swift responses that allowed for a partial return to normalcy, Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Princeton Public Library

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The end of every year usually brings all sorts of wrap-up lists: “best of” collections of everything from cookware and electronics to music and YouTube makeup artists. At the library, we see an almost endless array of “best of” book lists, some organized by reviewer or review site, others by genre or format, and still […].

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Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast

DECEMBER 21, 2020

T he State of Colorado under the previous Governor, John Hickenlooper, had a multifaceted performance-improvement strategy that included performance management, operational improvements and talent development, among other elements. That work continues today under current Governor Jared Polis. We look back at the previous administration to draw lessons for other states.

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FedHeads

DECEMBER 21, 2020

With a whirlwind ending to 2020, Francis Rose and Robert Shea swiftly kiss 2020 good-bye and look forward to seeing each other and our loyal listeners on the other side. Happy New Year, everyone! With a whirlwind ending to 2020, Francis Rose and Robert Shea swiftly kiss 2020 good-bye and look forward to seeing each other and our loyal listeners on the other side.

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NLRG (National Legal Research Group)

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Jason Holder —Senior Attorney, National Legal Research Group. With the spread of COVID-19, most jurisdictions have declared a state of emergency and/or issued executive orders curtailing daily life. See, e.g., Cal. Exec. Order N-33-20 (Californians must "stay home or at their place of residence except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of the federal critical infrastructure sectors"); D.C.

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NLRG (National Legal Research Group)

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Jim Witt —Senior Attorney, National Legal Research Group. While the as yet unexplained hoarding of toilet paper may be thought of as the light side of the coronavirus pandemic, on the not-so-light side is the hoarding of medical supplies, notably drugs and medical equipment such as masks and ventilators. The federal government has taken two steps in this regard—first, an Executive Order from the President, and, second, a warning from the Department of Justice.

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