Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 5, 2023

Back in 2012 I posted 15 of my favorite interview questions. In this article I’m going to add to those and include questions other camp professionals suggested. If you have a favorite interview question, leave it in the comments. TELL US ABOUT YOU What is your favorite and least favorite thing about yourself? Are you […]. The post Over 100 Interview Questions for Summer Camp Hiring appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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Next City

JANUARY 2, 2023

Our editors selected our top stories of urban innovation to feature in our annual Solutions of the Year roundup.

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Peak Proposals

JANUARY 1, 2023

January 01, 2023 Like many of you, we’ve worked on grant proposals that have not come together easily, and the final product feels mediocre at best. Despite their weaknesses, sometimes the proposals still get funded, but that’s the exception, not the rule. Is there a way to avoid the risk of submitting a weak proposal that has little chance of getting funded?

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 4, 2023

Although a fully immersive, interconnected metaverse remains years away, mobility stakeholders can already capture real business value from the technologies designed to enable it.

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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.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 6, 2023

SHOW NOTES It’s a new year. Curt and Chris talk about life changes (Chris is at a new camp) and what they they are up to as 2023 kicks off. HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL. The post SCP 176: A New Year – 2023 appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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Next City

JANUARY 6, 2023

In the wake of the George Floyd uprisings, a union of Black security workers and long-time community de-escalators in Minneapolis re-envisioned community safety through an apprenticeship. They’re already saving lives.

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Human Transit

JANUARY 5, 2023

Matthew Yglesias thinks more carefully about transit than any other US pundit I’ve encountered at his level of celebrity, so his takes are often useful. Today, he has a very broad one, called “ American transit agencies should prioritize ridership over other goals.” He begins: Why does the United States struggle to create cost-effective rail infrastructure?

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 5, 2023

Here’s a great (edited) idea from Jennifer O. Does your camp have an alumni program? Put out a call to talented and enthusiastic alumni to participate in an “All-Star Alumni Country Club.” During this event alumni will be guest instructors. The day before the event bring campers together to watch short videos submitted by the […].

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State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2023

Artificial intelligence technologies, such as machine learning, speech recognition and computer vision, are becoming common building blocks for applications in the public sector. Here are answers to some common questions. Can AI improve citizen services? AI absolutely is a valuable tool. For example, state and local governments have become enthusiastic about putting as much information as possible online, but this is often siloed based on department or government level.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 5, 2023

Setting up a winning digital and advanced-analytics organization is hard. Decisions about talent and technology will often determine the transformation’s success.

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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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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Could you manage a $10B Disaster Recovery effort?

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 4, 2023

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Kelie and Natalie reconnect with Jonathan and Sami to recount how their first summer as full time Directors went! Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com Links: Jon’s email: jon@campkadesh Sami’s email: seron@mdausa.org HOSTS KELIE COOK NATALIE HAMILTON.

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GCN

JANUARY 6, 2023

The workhorse computing language suffers from a “major image problem” rooted in fundamental misperceptions, researchers say.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 6, 2023

Results from the 2022 McKinsey Global Industrial Robotics Survey reveal that industrial companies are set to spend heavily on robotics and automation. However, many will need help to complete the journey.

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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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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2023

It’s already been more than two years since the pandemic forced a dramatic shift in organizations’ workplace operations, and federal agencies were no exception. The rapid adoption of remote work in 2020 led agencies to permanently change the way they operate, with remote and hybrid working environments now here to stay. Still, private and public organizations continue to try to figure out exactly how to structure their new work environments if some form of remote work is truly permanent.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 3, 2023

Here is a very simple game that you can play with a group of campers. Thanks to Danielle Y. for submitting this idea. STEP 1 Grab a bag and label it “What Am I?” This can be a brown paper bag, a backpack, or anything else that can hide an item. STEP 2 Put an […]. The post What Am I? (Game) appeared first on Summer Camp Programming.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 6, 2023

On the heels of a notable year when it comes to federal investments in communities, there are increasingly more opportunities for city leaders and local governments to prioritize healthy housing for all residents.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 3, 2023

Proof of stake (PoS) is a consensus protocol in blockchains. It is a way to decide which user or users validate new blocks of transactions and earn a reward for doing so correctly.

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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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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2023

DevSecOps is a practice where security is baked into the software and service development of an agency from the beginning. Adopting such a practice takes time and effort, so is it worth it for federal agencies to undertake this task? With common government pain points in my mind, DevSecOps could be the smart way forward. An IBM survey shows that governments identify security as the biggest reason to modernize their IT infrastructures.

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Government Technology Insider

JANUARY 5, 2023

Today, nearly every task can be accomplished instantaneously using a mobile device. Town of Gilbert, Arizona embraced this model of self-service and began modernizing its services by digitizing it’s government forms. By focusing its digital transformation efforts on improving the customer experience , the Town of Gilbert was able to implement innovative solutions that provided constituents and employees with the tools and resources they needed during an unprecedented pandemic. .

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GCN

JANUARY 5, 2023

Rather than solely relying on the typical defensive playbook, state and local government agencies must develop a proactive and risk-based approach to cybersecurity.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 3, 2023

New technologies and regulations have made autonomous driving possible. In this changing landscape, the strategic roles of manufacturers may vary.

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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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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2023

While it has been a mainstay in the private sector for many years, software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) technology is still slowly finding its way into the federal government. However, the benefits of SD-WAN are more critical than ever as agencies look to modernize their older network topologies and bolster cybersecurity. Some agencies have started to adopt SD-WAN in the form of network transitions and modernizations under the General Services Administration’s $50 billion Enterprise In

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Snow is a disaster that can be everywhere at once.

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Google Public Sector

JANUARY 6, 2023

Organizations that cultivate meaningful collaboration can critically impact employee retention and morale. Google Workspace was designed to connect people so they can create, build, and grow together. Workspace allows employees to shift their time and attention to the things that matter most, boosting their productivity by 14%. Just ask Lynn Martin, who recently emphasized that collaboration tools can help government employees retain top talent and drive mission success.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 5, 2023

Growth in the availability and variety of real-world data, including nonhealth sources of data, opens up new opportunities, as well as challenges, in their application to real-world evidence and improving health outcomes.

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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-

Budgeting

Professional Grant Writer

JANUARY 3, 2023

Many people leave the grant budget section for last. They spend time on the narrative, carefully crafting a compelling story, but the budget. The post How do you write a budget for a grant? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 6, 2023

A few tips all of us should follow.

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Super Library Marketing

JANUARY 4, 2023

Watch the video. The Library Marketing​​​​​​​​ Show, Episode 173: What if I told you, there is a calendar that can help you program all of your library emails for 2023? I’ll share this secret resource and more library email tips. Kudos in this episode go to the Milwaukee Public Library. Do you have a suggestion for a topic for a future episode?

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 6, 2023

Underwriters can use granular trend-impact diagnostics on portfolios, recalibrated risk selection, and greater underwriting agility to adapt to the evolving and uncertain insurance market.

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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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