Let's Talk Parks

MAY 6, 2021

The value of local parks has never been higher. Trails, open spaces, and parks are safe spaces to practice social distancing while still honoring our mental and physical health. To support professionals and agencies, we need to understand how to utilize technology for good. In this article, I want to talk about how technology CAN work for parks and recreation professionals, even though the learning curve may seem challenging.

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Policy Chats

MAY 7, 2021

In this episode, Director of the Center of Science to Policy at the University of California, Riverside Susan Hackwood talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about bridging the gap between science and public policy. About Susan Hackwood : Susan Hackwood is Professor of the Graduate Division and Edward A. Dickson Emeritus Professor at the University of California Riverside.

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Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

MAY 4, 2021

If you are going to invest time, energy and money into becoming more disaster resilient, what type of effort are you putting into the social capital of your community or organization? Daniel Aldrich, Director of the Resilience and Security Studies Program at Northeastern University shares in this podcast the importance of investing in social capital and how it can pay huge dividends.

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Princeton Public Library

MAY 4, 2021

We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to 5 years old and their families. One Year Anniversary of Storytime Shorts Last spring, when it became clear that we would not be able to safely offer our in-person storytimes, […].

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The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe

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Let's Talk Parks

MAY 6, 2021

As summer approaches, agencies are preparing to open their pools, recreation centers, and facilities to the public in 2021. In this article, we dive into strategies and ideas to recruit seasonal employees. Prioritizing the safety of your employees and guests while also creating a memorable experience continues to be a challenge for recreation professionals.

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Policy Chats

MAY 7, 2021

In this episode, Director of the Center of Science to Policy at the University of California, Riverside Susan Hackwood talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about bridging the gap between science and public policy. About Susan Hackwood : Susan Hackwood is Professor of the Graduate Division and Edward A. Dickson Emeritus Professor at the University of California Riverside.

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Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast

MAY 4, 2021

A logic model is a detailed visual representation of an organization or program that expresses the organization’s theory of change. It’s useful for getting a clear and shared understanding of how an office, division, program or initiative works. But what important questions should an organization ask once its created a logic model? To find out, we’re joined by Dr.

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GovCast

MAY 4, 2021

Coming from an established career in the private cybersecurity sector across various startups, Rob Wood felt a calling to public service last year when he joined the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid as CISO. He is working to make security more accessible for all end users, who include more than just the security professional — lawyers and clinicians, too.

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Policy Chats

MAY 7, 2021

In this episode, Director of the Center of Science to Policy at the University of California, Riverside Susan Hackwood talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about bridging the gap between science and public policy. About Susan Hackwood : Susan Hackwood is Professor of the Graduate Division and Edward A. Dickson Emeritus Professor at the University of California Riverside.

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Decisions That Matter

MAY 6, 2021

On this episode, Procurated's founder and CEO, David Yarkin , sits down with Lourdes Coss , the former Chief Procurement Officer of the City of Houston and Cook County, IL. Both David and Lourdes have dedicated their careers to public procurement, and this great conversation shines a light on how you can learn from their journeys and make lasting change in state and local government.

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CarahCast

MAY 4, 2021

In this podcast, BlackBerry discusses how the AtHoc solution provides secure and reliable communications to protect and reach the public community from a centralized and common operating picture. In this podcast, BlackBerry discusses how the AtHoc solution provides secure and reliable communications to protect and reach the public community from a centralized and common operating picture.

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Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

MAY 4, 2021

On today’s episode of Open Space Radio, we’re re-releasing?one of our Coffee Talks from last year’s NRPA Virtual,?where we discussed the importance of park and recreation professionals being prepared for disasters due to a changing climate. We were joined by?Kenny Weigandt?from?Willamalane?Park and Recreation District in Oregon?and?John?DiSpaldo, a regional preparedness liaison for FEMA to talk specifically about the wildfires that were impacting much of the western part of the country last year

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FedHeads

MAY 3, 2021

Americans, even @FedHeads, are emerging from quarantine. Lots to catch up on and more in person dinners to enjoy. Americans, even @FedHeads, are emerging from quarantine. Lots to catch up on and more in person dinners to enjoy.

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