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Low-Speed Zones Save Lives. How Do You Design an Effective One?

The City Fix

As the COVID-19 pandemic has altered urban landscapes and pushed many people toward active mobility, there’s increased urgency to make roads safer for walking and cycling. Many cities are now tasked with protecting more vulnerable users in addition to creating. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Janelle Wong: AAPI and Anti-Asian Violence & Discrimination

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park Janelle Wong talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about anti-Asian violence and discrimination in America. About Janelle Wong : Janelle Wong is Professor of American Studies and a core faculty member in the Asian American Studies Program.

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Community partner spotlight: Friends of Princeton Open Space

Princeton Public Library

To extend our community outreach, the library partners with the many municipal, non-profit, and business organizations that make Princeton such an extraordinary town. This month, we spoke with Wendy Mager, Board President of Friends of Princeton Open Space.

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Personal and Organizational Risk Management

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Michele Wucker is an author, speaker and strategist on the topic of risk. Her most recent book is You Are What You Risk: The New Art and Science of Navigating an Uncertain World This podcast interviews her about her expertise and questions are centered on topics of interest to individuals and emergency managers when it comes to disasters. This would be an excellent text for courses in emergency management to educate people on the topic of risk, so we can manage it ourselves and address progr

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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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3 Lessons from Hong Kong’s Fossil Fuel Vehicle Ban

The City Fix

In densely urbanized Hong Kong, transport is the second largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, at 18%. Vehicle traffic is also a major source of toxic air pollutants like NOx, volatile organic compounds and carbon monoxide, accounting for 18%, 21%. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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AAPI: Anti-Asian Violence & Discrimination (with Janelle Wong)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park Janelle Wong talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about anti-Asian violence and discrimination in America. About Janelle Wong : Janelle Wong is Professor of American Studies and a core faculty member in the Asian American Studies Program.

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Doing Good, Being Kind, and Spreading Love with Terrill Haigler aka YaFavTrashman

Iron Sharpens Iron

On this episode of Iron Sharpens Iron, Leon and De’Wayne talk trash, advocacy, and civic engagement with Terrill Haigler a.k.a. YaFavTrashman. Terrill shares why he launched the YaFavTrashman Instagram account last June, what it’s like to be a new community organizer, and why he’s so passionate about building relationships with people in positions of power.

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3 Reasons Why Smart Charging is Key for Electric Vehicle Fleets

The City Fix

The allure of electric vehicles (EVs) has never been stronger. EVs have zero tailpipe emissions, offer lower operating costs than conventional gasoline-powered vehicles and now come in a range of sleek models. With the tailwind of private sector initiatives such. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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AAPI: Anti-Asian Violence & Discrimination (with Janelle Wong)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park Janelle Wong talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about anti-Asian violence and discrimination in America. About Janelle Wong : Janelle Wong is Professor of American Studies and a core faculty member in the Asian American Studies Program.

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Legacy Modernization with SolarWinds

CarahCast

Listen as industry leaders share ways they have assisted state and local governments address both the direct impacts of the pandemic and the gaps and shortfalls brought to light. Listen as industry leaders share ways they have assisted state and local governments address both the direct impacts of the pandemic and the gaps and shortfalls brought to light.

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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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Doing Good, Being Kind, and Spreading Love with Terrill Haigler aka YaFavTrashman

Iron Sharpens Iron

On this episode of Iron Sharpens Iron, Leon and De’Wayne talk trash, advocacy, and civic engagement with Terrill Haigler a.k.a. YaFavTrashman. Terrill shares why he launched the YaFavTrashman Instagram account last June, what it’s like to be a new community organizer, and why he’s so passionate about building relationships with people in positions of power.

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Caring for the Mental Well-Being of Our Staff and Communities — June Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

The June issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of the podcast, we’ll be diving deeper into one of this month’s feature stories, “ Mental Health Care in a Pandemic.” In the article, Parks & Recreation’s Associate Editor Lindsay Hogeboom explored the ways park and recreation agencies have provided mental health services to their staff and their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ep. 44 - Recruiting the Next Generation of Public Procurement Leaders with Darin Matthews

Decisions That Matter

Thank you for listening to Decisions that Matter, a public Procurement Podcast brought to you by Procurated. On this episode it is our pleasure to be joined by author, director, consultant, podcaster , and all around great procurement mind, Darin Matthews. On this episode we have a great discussion about nurturing and hiring the next generation of procurement leaders, the future of procurement technology, and much more.

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Legacy Modernization with Google Cloud

CarahCast

Listen as industry leaders discuss the use of Big Data in business intelligence and analytics, the impact of collaboration technologies on data proliferation and management, and the emergence of data-driven citizen services in the wake of the pandemic. Listen as industry leaders discuss the use of Big Data in business intelligence and analytics, the impact of collaboration technologies on data proliferation and management, and the emergence of data-driven citizen services in the wake of the pand

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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.

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Episode 156: Driving innovation from her she shed

FedHeads

The FedHeads were proud to host Director of Research and Innovation Cathie McGhee to hear how she is driving research and innovation at Virginia’s Department of Transportation all from her she shed. Enjoy The FedHeads were proud to host Director of Research and Innovation Cathie McGhee to hear how she is driving research and innovation at Virginia’s Department of Transportation all from her she shed.

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It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See Ya Later! — Episode 091

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

Today’s episode is a very bittersweet one, as we are bidding farewell to one-half of the Open Space Radio team. Roxanne Sutton, NRPA Director of Communications and the creative mind behind launching Open Space Radio, will be moving on and pursuing some really cool new adventures soon — but this, unfortunately, means she will no longer be co-hosting the podcast.

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Ep. 44 - Recruiting the Next Generation of Public Procurement Leaders with Darin Matthews

Decisions That Matter

Thank you for listening to Decisions that Matter, a public Procurement Podcast brought to you by Procurated. On this episode it is our pleasure to be joined by author, director, consultant, podcaster , and all around great procurement mind, Darin Matthews. On this episode we have a great discussion about nurturing and hiring the next generation of procurement leaders, the future of procurement technology, and much more.

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Legacy Modernization with FedInsider’s Industry Panel

CarahCast

Listen as industry leaders share their insights and strategies for increasing the accessibility and functionality of the digital government. Listen as industry leaders share their insights and strategies for increasing the accessibility and functionality of the digital government.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

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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Rivers of Data – Inland Electronic Navigation Charts

Data.gov

Nautical charts provide critical information to mariners in support of safe navigation. Historically these charts have been printed and distributed on paper, but modern communications systems allow for electronic charts that are able to be updated as new information becomes … Continued. The post Rivers of Data – Inland Electronic Navigation Charts appeared first on Data.gov.

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What Is The Future Of Wood Skycrapers?

The Market Urbanism Report

An interview with developers building an 8-story timber-frame project in Charlottesville, VA.

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Future-Proof Your Vaccine Management Plan with Salesforce, DocuSign, and OwnBackup

CarahCast

During this panel, the experts discussed what policies should companies have in place for their vaccine rollout, should companies mandate that their employees be vaccinated, and how can Vaccine Cloud be leveraged beyond COVID-19? During this panel, the experts discussed what policies should companies have in place for their vaccine rollout, should companies mandate that their employees be vaccinated, and how can Vaccine Cloud be leveraged beyond COVID-19?

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What Is The Future Of Wood Skycrapers?

The Market Urbanism Report

An interview with developers building an 8-story timber-frame project in Charlottesville, VA.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

Government agencies that rely on tax revenue to fund critical services and infrastructure are finding it more urgent than ever to bridge the gap between under-reported tax revenue and taxpayers’ understanding of the processes. This is especially true as things like short-term rentals (STRs) have grown in popularity and become new sources of income for residents.