Peak Proposals

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Nonprofits are always told to diversify their revenue streams. On its face, this advice makes sense. There’s no question that several sources of income provide better financial security than having a single source. The question is, can all nonprofits successfully pursue diversification? Some diversification is going to be required if your organization depends on grant funding because funders typically cap the amount of money that can go toward general operating expenses.

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, cycling has become an even more popular, resilient and reliable travel option, and pop-up bike lanes have been increasingly common in major cities around the globe. Between March and July 2020, 394 cities, Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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First State Insights

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Eric Johnson, Senior Editor of Technology at the Journal of Commerce, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about how businesses, consumers, and freight operators interact with logistics technology as goods move from factories to living rooms. Eric also provides insights on the severity and causes of the ongoing supply chain crisis.

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Social Pinpoint

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Governments and institutions need people to trust that they will make good decisions. Without trust, they don’t have the power to make productive changes for the community. Here are three ways you can build trust through community engagement. The post How to Build Trust Through Community Engagement appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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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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Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Pets are part of the family. They come in a variety of types of animals, birds, reptiles, and they sometimes get more attention than other two-legged members of the family. When disasters strike, they are just as easily impacted as humans. In this podcast we explore what people can do before a disaster to protect their pets and then what to do when a disaster does strike.

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

While negotiations rage on, many world leaders have already left COP26 in Glasgow having said their piece about a low-carbon future for their country. No one can accuse them of being short on vision. But one thing is increasingly clear. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The Lowe Down

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Article by Anya Syed. The COVID-19 pandemic has made global inequalities woefully apparent. However, the disparity in vaccination rate has been the most startling. How exactly have developing countries been disadvantaged? In particular, has the race to vaccinate left developing countries behind? Analysis conducted by the Lowe Institute considers these questions. .

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Meeting of the Minds

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

One of the most visceral manifestations of the combined problems of urbanization and climate change are the enormous wildfires that engulf areas of the American West. Fire behavior itself is now changing. Over 120 years of well-intentioned fire suppression have created huge reserves of fuel which, when combined with warmer temperatures and drought-dried landscapes, create unstoppable fires that spread with extreme speed, jump fire-breaks, level entire towns, take lives and destroy hundreds of t

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Electric vehicles may own the headlines, but our feet remain the most environmentally friendly means of travel, closely followed by bicycles, skateboards, scooters, tricycles and other active, non-motorized modes. Not only does zero-emission active mobility help protect the climate and. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Princeton Public Library

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

November marks National Native American Heritage Month, also called American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. This month offers an opportunity to explore the history and culture of Indigenous peoples with ties to the land now occupied by the United States. The library aims to integrate topics related to Indigenous peoples into programming throughout the […].

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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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GovCast

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Federal employees have until Nov. 16 to apply for funding on new tech ideas as part of a new investment round with GSA's 10x. Administrator Robin Carnahan has had a prominent career in public service, one that has honed in on modernized technology and digital services to improve how government delivers. Early in her legal career, Carnahan worked to automate manual processes and overhaul citizen-facing services online.

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The CIO Council

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Federal agencies did it again! CIOs, CISOs, and their staff pulled together for another successful Cybersecurity Awareness Month. With this year’s overarching theme of “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart,” agency CIOs and CISOs did a great job educating, bringing awareness, and emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity. Here are just a few of the highlights from this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month: The CISO Council featured four blogs on CIO.gov ; a video message from National Cyber Director Ch

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

A central piece of the conversation about how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transport sector has been around the need to electrify vehicles. This sentiment has been fueled by manufacturers and governments pledging to stop selling fossil-fueled powered. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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ParkTalk podcast

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Ben Mjolsness, the City of Naperville’s first Sustainability Coordinator, discusses the City’s opportunities for working with local partners to make progress in saving energy, reducing waste and conserving our natural environment on a local level. Ben Mjolsness, the City of Naperville’s first Sustainability Coordinator, discusses the City’s opportunities for working with local partners to make progress in saving energy, reducing waste and conserving our natural environment on a local level.

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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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GovCast

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

The Department of Veterans Affairs' Deputy Secretary Donald Remy discusses his path in the military and to the agency, one he cherishes because of the role it has had in his own family. With the agency's key role in serving veterans after service through benefits and support, Remy updates GovCast on the achievements VA has made in electronic health records, vaccinations, pandemic support, overall tech modernization, claims processing and more.

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

It’s hard to believe, but it is already November. One of my favorite things to do this time of year is get outside and take in all the beautiful fall foliage and crisp air here in Virginia, and I’m fortunate to have some great trails close to my home, which has really benefitted my physical and mental health. So, I’m thrilled that NRPA is once again partnering with Merrell for the Hike Your Turf campaign this month, which focuses on encouraging everyone to get outside and explore their local par

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FedHeads

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

New start up Ibility's co-founder and CEO Danielle Krakora schooled the FedHeads on challenges in government, a tool for innovation and impact. New start up Ibility's co-founder and CEO Danielle Krakora schooled the FedHeads on challenges in government, a tool for innovation and impact.

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Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Ohio’s Department of Education is one of the leading state agencies in the U.S. in terms of its focus on helping and encouraging school leaders to use evidence-based educational strategies and supports. For the past almost four years, Dr. Heather Boughton ( @hrosemaryb ) helped lead those efforts. She’s the former director of the Office of Research, Evaluation & Advanced Analytics within the Department.

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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.

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Several countries made climate commitments at COP26 with the goal of achieving net-zero emissions and reducing climate impacts. These goals will be impossible to achieve without making transportation sustainable, as the sector creates almost a quarter of global greenhouse gas. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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