Next City
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As the first effort by a large U.S. city to strategize equitable internet access is tabled, the community-based providers that New York City had tapped to build infrastructure have been left high and dry.
Summer Camp Programming
NOVEMBER 6, 2022
SHOW NOTES After hearing Chris mention TikTok in pretty much every episode, they finally decided to dedicate an entire episode for TikTok ideas! Check out this week for some fun and unique camp ideas that Chris found on the app! Be sure to watch the videos by clicking on the link in these show notes […]. The post SCP 175: I Saw It on TikTok appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.
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Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Professor Jon Crowcroft FRS FREng, co-founder of iKVA , Researcher at Large, at The Alan Turing Institute and Professor of Communication Systems at Cambridge University’s Computer Laboratory, provides his view on Artificial Intelligence in the UK. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the fastest-growing deep technologies in the world with the potential to transform multiple industries, drive substantial economic growth and irrevocably revolutionise our daily lives.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
For many start-ups, the challenge is no longer about securing capital—it’s about learning how to restructure themselves as fast as their products or organizations can evolve.
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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.
NLC (National League of Cities)
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Every city has its unique challenges (that’s not news to you!). As your city is figuring out how to achieve sustainability goals, city leaders might start to look into electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Lots of cities around the globe are doing it, but how will your municipality tackle it? What aspects should you consider […] Source.
Summer Camp Programming
NOVEMBER 6, 2022
SHOW NOTES Magazine Style #6 They like doing them so hopefully, you like listening to them! Another Magazine Style episode this week! The guys “fast discuss” 10 topics that range from programming ideas to staff to crafts and more! Link for the Week: Fun Noodle Lizard: [link] HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL. The post SCP 174: Magazine Style #6 appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.
Public Administration Today brings together the best content for professionals in the public administration field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
A strategy to both increase the number of start-ups and facilitate their ability to scale can elevate the Netherlands to a global leader in the world of entrepreneurship ecosystems.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Diagnostic errors are some of the most common, catastrophic, and costly of medical errors, according to the Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine. It also estimates that errors affect the more than 12 million Americans each year, with associated.
Barrett & Greene
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
A couple of weeks ago, we made a request in the B&G Report for recommendations of books that would provide worthy reading for people who are interested in state and local government. We were gratified to get a number of responses (many of them having to do with cities, specifically). So, now it’s time for us to return the favor and publish nine of the titles that came in.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Code Enigma discusses how a worldwide recession would affect IT spending, the tech industry, and macroeconomic trends. Businesses are encountering increasing challenges, and several reputable sources of information on economic issues are adjusting their predictions and calling for a worldwide recession. As a result, markets and financial institutions are becoming more cautious.
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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
As many individuals live well past retirement age, stakeholders are examining how interventions, data, and innovation can transform aging.
GovLoop
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
As another year comes to an end, it’s a great opportunity to take some time for self-reflection. There’s no doubt these last few years have been challenging for many of us. As we look back on the year, what are some of the highlights we want to carry forward? Have we accomplished the goals we set for ourselves? What else do we want to tackle in the remaining days?
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Which do you like first, the good news or the bad news? But before you answer, what if I told you that the good news is also the bad news? How you or your clients handle this good, bad news or this bad, good news will affect the sustainability of your nonprofit agency. Baby Boomer wealth transfer forms the glass half-empty or half-full scenario for sustainability.
GCN
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Ensuring votes have a paper trail is a far better solution than relying on emerging, unproven technologies, election security experts say.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Public discourse is often wary of automation, AI, and data collection, but along with the risks of digital technology comes its power to address climate change and prevent discrimination.
Citizen Lab
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Executive Summary: Looking to create a more official and consolidated platform that allowed for additional oversight and increased transparency in government operations, such as the redesign of public spaces, the Carlisle team began looking at community engagement platforms. In mid-2021, they launched a CitizenLab platform and set out to generate ideas about how to use their new public spaces and what they… The post Carlisle develops a vibrant engagement platform to revamp public spaces fo
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Roughly two years after Nathaniel Ford became Jacksonville Transportation Authority CEO in 2012, JTA launched what Ford refers to as “a very aggressive approach related to technology.” The effort, part of a widespread route optimization initiative, corresponded to a separate challenge Ford was facing — encouraging ridership in a city where, unlike some of the other municipalities he’d worked in, public transit wasn’t always residents’ top choice.
Open Access Government - Technology News
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Display devices based on quantum dots have promised greater power efficiency, brightness and colour purity than previous generations of displays. Quantum dots are nanoscale crystals capable of emitting light of different colours. Of the three colours typically used and required for full-colour image displays – red, green and blue – blue has proven difficult to produce.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
In the face of new fraud methods and increasing incidence of fraud, companies must continually identify and address vulnerabilities. Success will require core capabilities in four areas.
GCN
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
After sitting unused for decades, the 300,000-square-foot, mostly underground building will be converted to a secure data center whose excess C02 and heat will support an indoor greenhouse.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Forty-eight percent of states say at least half of their applications need to be modernized, yet only 36 percent have detailed, current information about their application portfolio to make that happen, according to a recent survey conducted by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers and cloud service provider VMware.
Careers in Government
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Stay safe and remember the fundamental principle of business your employees and teams are your greatest resource, so treat them well. The post The Growing Issue of Workplace Violence appeared first on Careers in Government.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Although agtech investment has fallen from last year’s peak, the surge in capital for start-ups over the past decade has created opportunities for smaller companies.
Social Pinpoint
NOVEMBER 6, 2022
When we ask citizens to share their feedback with us, it’s vital that we report back to them as to how their input has been used. Closing the loop with a comprehensive community engagement report shows respect and encourages further participation. The post How to Create a Community Engagement Report [with Examples] appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
It’s a precarious time for state and local governments. Bad actors have grown more sophisticated and discovered new ways to attack agencies, resulting in several notable incursions. Meanwhile, identity fraud has become a serious problem for local agencies. Many states have turned to digital solutions such as identity and access management (IAM) to vet applicants and combat threats.
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Photo courtesy Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. This past week, I spent three-plus hours in a room with 38 library marketers. We worked together on all those pieces of library marketing that we don’t normally have time for. We identified our libraries’ strengths and weaknesses. ( My weakness: spelling ). We named our libraries opportunities and threats.
Speaker: Noratek
Join this insightful webinar on how local governments can reduce costs and optimize resources. Discover how municipalities like yours are leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, reduce operational costs, and generate lasting ROI. Key Takeaways: Learn actionable steps to reduce operational costs and increase community engagement Explore how digital tools can streamline inspections and reporting Understand the financial and operational benefits of digital management solutions Hear real-
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
When faced with an unfamiliar crisis, most leaders spring into action. But wait—here’s why it’s better for those in charge to pause instead of pounce.
GCN
NOVEMBER 5, 2022
Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Lowell are piloting a handheld, cloud-connected electrochemical sensor that quickly tests tap water for contaminants.
State Tech Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
A number of local governments have been the target of cybersecurity attacks in recent years. In 2020, for instance, 45 percent of ransomware attacks centered on municipalities, according to Barracuda Networks research. New data from the Institute for Security and Technology’s Ransomware Task Force, however, seems to suggest fewer incidents have arisen in 2022.
Super Library Marketing
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Click to watch the episode. The Library Marketing???????? Show, Episode 166: This episode is all about click-thru rates for digital promotions! This topic was suggested by a viewer named Lily who says, “We have a super high open rate and super low click-through rate. Could you talk CTRs?” I sure can! Kudos in this episode go to the Oxford University Libraries in New York.
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PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.
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