The City Fix

JULY 8, 2021

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the ongoing epidemic of air pollution continues around the world. The problem is particularly neglected in Brazil, where air pollution kills about 51,000 people every year, yet the country lacks strong policy for reducing pollutant emissions. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Localgov

JULY 9, 2021

What local governments need to know. Short-term rentals are popping up in communities across America as more employees work from home, local economies reopen, and we’re able to vacation again. These types of accommodation offer flexibility and fun for travelers and bring additional revenue to local communities through taxes (hotel occupancy tax, transient occupancy tax, short-term rental tax, etc., plus incremental food and beverage taxes).

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First State Insights

JULY 7, 2021

Dr. Amanda Bullough, Associate Professor of Management and Global Leadership at the University of Delaware’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about challenges and opportunities for women in entrepreneurship, the disparate impacts of the pandemic on women in the workforce, and research and education needed to advance women’s entrepreneurship in the future.

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Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

JULY 6, 2021

T-Mobile is now the second largest wireless carrier in the United States. Their recent merger with Sprint has given them some significant advantages in coverage and emergency and disaster capabilities. This interview is with Craig Martinez, a public safety advisor to T-Mobile with a long background in law enforcement. In the interview we discuss the many strong attributes that T-Mobile now has to support first responder agencies, police and fire—including being able to provide free cellular serv

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The City Fix

JULY 7, 2021

As countries are raising their ambitions in advance of COP26 in Glasgow, more and more attention is turning to the role cities can play in addressing climate change. For urban residents, this is not an academic discussion. As the planet. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Public Purpose - An Independent Advisory Company

JULY 5, 2021

I am reading Atlas of AI by Kate Crawford, partly because of an interest in all things digital (and the AI ‘thing’ is hot and hotter) and partly because I am a member of the NSW Government’s AI Advisory Committee. The book is a powerful thesis from a significant thinker and practitioner that suggests a frame for thinking about AI that is profound, intelligent and disturbing.

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Andy Whitford

JULY 8, 2021

Jason Anastasopoulos and I are pleased to learn that our paper on machine learning has been included in an open access archive from the Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory with other “highly cited” articles.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility This opportunity is restricted to non-federal partners of the North Atlantic Coast, Chesapeake Watershed, Piedmont-South Atlantic Coast, South Florida-Caribbean, and Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystems Studies Units (CESUs). Description This work represents an opportunity to develop case studies highlighting the performance/impact to natural features or natural and nature based features (NNBF) during recent natural disaster events such as hurricanes, and flooding.

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CarahCast

JULY 6, 2021

Listen to Rob Efrus, Founder and CEO of Efrus Federal Advisors and Morey Haber, CTO and CISO at BeyondTrust discuss Biden’s Executive Order on Cybersecurity and what that means for “Zero Trust.” They will break down the ARP and Biden’s 2022 Fiscal Budget to explain how your agency can use funds now, and analyze how and why Privilege Management plays an increasingly crucial role in mitigating cyber-attacks and protecting CI.

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Public Sector Future

JULY 8, 2021

In this episode we discuss Jacky Wright’s experience as the Chief Digital and Information Officer of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the UK’s tax and customs department. She shares how to build a digital organization at scale and how to create an inclusive culture to deliver the best outcomes. Wright has held leadership roles in both the public and private sector and rejoined Microsoft in 2019 as the Chief Digital Officer and Corporate Vice President.

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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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Andy Whitford

JULY 8, 2021

Gary Miller and I just learned that our book Above Politics will receive the 2021 Herbert A. Simon Book Award from the American Political Science Association. Definitely one of the highlights of my career! Also, the book is now available in paperback and ebook editions.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility NIC invites applications from nonprofit organizations (including faith-based, community, and tribal organizations), for-profit organizations (including tribal for-profit organizations), and institutions of higher education (including tribal institutions of higher education). Recipients, including for-profit organizations, must agree to waive any profit or fee for services.

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CarahCast

JULY 6, 2021

In this week’s episode, Ben Slavin, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Design, and Vincent Sharps, Chief Business Officer and Executive Vice President at Mindgrub, will discuss the pros and cons of custom application development vs. off-the-shelf software solutions. In this week’s episode, Ben Slavin, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Design, and Vincent Sharps, Chief Business Officer and Executive Vice President at Mindgrub, will discuss the pros and cons of custom application developmen

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FedHeads

JULY 5, 2021

Happy INDEPENDENCE Day! Seriously, it’s a great year and day to celebrate our hard fought freedoms. Enjoy everyone. Happy INDEPENDENCE Day! Seriously, it’s a great year and day to celebrate our hard fought freedoms. Enjoy everyone.

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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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Princeton Public Library

JULY 5, 2021

As easily as a song can get stuck in your head, so can a story. Whether it’s a book, series, film, or something else, you’ll find yourself continuously thinking about it, mentally replaying your favorite parts, or the parts that challenged you, and wondering what comes next. The stories that stick with you can change […].

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility NIC invites applications from nonprofit organizations (including faith-based, community, and tribal organizations), for-profit organizations (including tribal for-profit organizations), and institutions of higher education (including tribal institutions of higher education). Recipients, including for-profit organizations, must agree to waive any profit or fee for services.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility NIC invites applications from nonprofit organizations (including faith-based, community, and tribal organizations), for-profit organizations (including tribal for-profit organizations), and institutions of higher education (including tribal institutions of higher education). Recipients, including for-profit organizations, must agree to waive any profit or fee for services.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility State governments Eligible applicants under this RFA include all State agencies that administer the School Breakfast Program in the 50 U.S. States and the District of Columbia. In this instance, the term State agency means 1) the State educational agency; and 2) any other agency of the State which has been designated by the Governor or other appropriate executive or legislative authority of the State and approved by USDA to administer the above-mentioned program.

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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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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility Eligible applicants include all U.S. Territories that administer the School Breakfast Program or provide any other school breakfast to students and have been designated by the Governor or other appropriate executive or legislative authority of the State and approved by USDA to administer such program. In this instance, the following U.S.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility This opportunity is restricted to non-federal partners of the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystems Studies Unit (CESU). Description Background: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been released into the environment primarily through the use of aqueous film-forming foams that have been used to fight flammable liquid pool fires, but also through the ubiquitous use and disposal of a multitude of industrial and consumer-based products that contain PFAS.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 7, 2021

Eligibility Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Special district governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institution

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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.

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