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3 Ways to Reimagine Public Transport for People and the Climate

The City Fix

The coronavirus pandemic hit public transport hard. Global ridership tanked initially by as much as 80%, and transit was still at around just 20% of pre-pandemic ridership at the end of 2020. There is serious concern that people will increasingly opt for private vehicles, should public. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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The Soup Ladies Helping in Disasters

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Volunteer organizations who support disasters come in many different types and sizes. One such organization is The Soup Ladies who feed first responders when they are deployed on missions. These can be search and rescue missions, evidence processing of crime scenes or any other disaster response where first responders are present. The guest for this podcast is Ginger Passarelli, the Executive Director for The Soup Ladies.

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Ep. 57 - Job Order Contracting (JOC) as an Alternative Project Delivery Method

Decisions That Matter

This episode of Procurated 's Decisions That Matter podcast is brought to you by Gordian. Gordian is revolutionizing the construction industry with data software, and expertise. On this episode, we are joined by: Andrea S. Patrucco , Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Department of Marketing and Logistics at the Florida International University College of Business.

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February top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

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 five years old and their families. Black History Month Books for Little Kids February is Black History Month. Check out this Youth Services staff-curated list of picture books for […].

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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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How Gender Impacts Transportation and Accessibility in Fort Portal, Uganda

The City Fix

For men, women, and children, movement around and across Ugandan cities is dominated by minibuses, motorcycle taxis and walking. However, gender roles and differences in priorities and values mean women’s and men’s travel needs can differ widely. Recently, interviews conducted. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Navigating the Job Reckoning

First State Insights

Dr. Rick Cotton, Associate Professor of Talent Management and Sustainable Innovation at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about employees and employers navigating the disruption of the pandemic and finding their way toward models of work that breed successful careers and productive organizations.

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S27 - Episode 01 - Introduction to the 2022 State of the Naperville Park District Address

ParkTalk podcast

In this episode, we kick off the podcast’s theme of “Rebuilding and Renewing” in addition to providing a high-level overview of the aspects to be covered in the various 2022 State of the Naperville Park District episodes. Guests: Marie Todd, Park Board President and Mary Gibson, Park Board Vice President In this episode, we kick off the podcast’s theme of “Rebuilding and Renewing” in addition to providing a high-level overview of the aspects to be covered in the various 2022 State of the Napervi

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Season 5 Episode 2 - EPA CIO's Six 'Wildly Important' Goals Driving Tech Strategy

GovCast

When Air Force veteran Vaughn Noga started as CIO at the Environmental Protection Agency in 2018, he set out six "wildly important" goals. From building a cybersecurity-aware culture to going paperless, Noga breaks down each of those and explains how they are now more important than ever for EPA's environmental protection mission.

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Coffee Talk Replay: Breaking Down Barriers to Outdoor Recreation — Episode 108

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

If you’ve been listening to the show for a while now, or if you joined us at the 2021 NRPA Annual Conference, you may be familiar with today’s guests. On today’s episode, we’re replaying my Coffee Talk from the conference with Dr. Kim and Claude Walker, the founders of Abundant Life Adventure Club. Abundant Life Adventure Club is an outdoor adventure company whose membership and adventures help Black people who want to live an active lifestyle by providing a variety of organized, curated outdoor

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Ep. 57 - Job Order Contracting (JOC) as an Alternative Project Delivery Method

Decisions That Matter

This episode of Procurated 's Decisions That Matter podcast is brought to you by Gordian. Gordian is revolutionizing the construction industry with data software, and expertise. On this episode, we are joined by: Andrea S. Patrucco , Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Department of Marketing and Logistics at the Florida International University College of Business Ana-Maria Dimand, Ph.D. , Assistant Professor of Public Policy and Administration in the School of Public S

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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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S27 - Episode 02 - Learning more about new commissioners Mary Gibson and Alison Thompson

ParkTalk podcast

In this episode we introduce two of the four new commissioners elected in April 2021 and learn more about them. Guests: Mary Gibson, Park Board Vice President and Alison Thompson, Park Board Commissioner In this episode we introduce two of the four new commissioners elected in April 2021 and learn more about them.

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Episode 189: Government funding and a friendly wager

FedHeads

A little bureaucracy banter and a friendly wager to start off your week on this week’s episode of #FedHeads with @FRoseDC and @robertjshea. A little bureaucracy banter and a friendly wager to start off your week on this week’s episode of #FedHeads with @FRoseDC and @robertjshea.

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New paper on technology adoption in public agencies

Andy Whitford

Anna Whitford and I have a new paper on the general and specific use of advanced or emerging technologies in public agencies. The paper is available on SSRN. Here is the abstract: The promise of delegating important decisions to machines has long been discussed in public administration, yet actual use has often lagged. Given the rapid approach of artificial intelligence in governance settings, we test hypotheses about the use of expert systems.

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The Case Against Using Public Money To Demo Blight

The Market Urbanism Report

Why not take the money used to tear buildings down and fund rehabs instead?

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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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S27 - Episode 03 - Learning more about new commissioners Leslie Ruffing and Rhonda Ansier

ParkTalk podcast

In this episode we introduce two of the four new commissioners elected in April 2021 and learn more about them. Guests: Commissioners Leslie Ruffing and Rhonda Ansier In this episode we introduce two of the four new commissioners elected in April 2021 and learn more about them.

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S27 - Episode 04 - A look back at 2021 accomplishments and previews key 2022 initiatives

ParkTalk podcast

Park District staff looks back at 2021 accomplishments and previews key 2022 initiatives. Guests: Brad Wilson, Executive Director; Eric Shutes, Director of Planning Park District staff looks back at 2021 accomplishments and previews key 2022 initiatives.

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S27 - Episode 05 - Successes and challenges of operating in a state of flux due to the pandemic

ParkTalk podcast

In this episode we gain insights regarding the successes and continuing challenges of operating in a state of flux due to the pandemic. Guests: Brad Wilson, Executive Director; Andrea Coates, Superintendent of Recreation, Kevin Carlson, Director of Golf and Sue Stanish, Director of Finance In this episode we gain insights regarding the successes and continuing challenges of operating in a state of flux due to the pandemic.

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S27 - Episode 06 - Fostering a “Greener” Park District

ParkTalk podcast

In this episode we highlight key environmental initiatives at the District and key recognitions received. Guests: Tim Quigley, Director of Parks and Sue Omanson, Community Development Manager In this episode we highlight key environmental initiatives at the District and key recognitions received.

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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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S27 - Episode 07 - All Eyes on Recruitment and Retention

ParkTalk podcast

In this episode we look at how the Park District continues to put a lot of emphasis behind its recruiting and retention efforts to ensure its continued excellence in operations. Guests: Katie Sepe, Director of Human Resources and Lisette Zuniga, HR Administrator In this episode we look at how the Park District continues to put a lot of emphasis behind its recruiting and retention efforts to ensure its continued excellence in operations.

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The Case Against Using Public Money To Demo Blight

The Market Urbanism Report

Why not take the money used to tear buildings down and fund rehabs instead?

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