GCN
APRIL 29, 2024
COMMENTARY | Extreme heat and new technologies have created less obvious but equally potent new dangers in workplaces. More state and local action can address ongoing and new threats.
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APRIL 30, 2024
COMMENTARY | Spurred by strong local support and successful conservation ballot initiatives, elected leaders are collectively building a menu of policies that could turn the tide of nature loss.
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Summer Camp Programming
MAY 1, 2024
SHOW NOTES Curt and Chris explore engaging activities at camp after the sun sets. They share personal stories, offer practical tips for implementing classic nighttime activities like kitchen raids, night swims, and campfire cooking, and offer some more innovative and memorable ideas. HOSTS CURT JACKSON CHRIS KALLAL The post SCP 205: After Hours Activity Ideas for Camp first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 1, 2024
The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s February release of version 2.0 of its Cybersecurity Framework is a milestone in the evolution of cyber standards, expanding them to encompass all sectors. CSF 2.0 is the first major overhaul of the framework — a published set of guidelines, best practices and standards for reducing organizations’ cyber risk first introduced in 2014 — which widens its scope beyond critical infrastructure entities to all entities.
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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.
GCN
APRIL 30, 2024
From AI “nutrition labels” to keeping an inventory of artificial intelligence tools, Connecticut is embracing sweeping rules that would “talk to people about why we're using it, how we're using it.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
Active users of gen AI are high value and in demand—and in many cases, poised to quit. New research reveals how to attract them, keep them engaged, and motivate them to stay put.
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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
MAY 3, 2024
Happy early Star Wars Day! A not so long time ago (April), in a galaxy nearby (ours), the Jedi Council (GAO) issued a first-of-its-kind estimate of fraud across federal programs and operations. We estimated that the federal government could lose.
GCN
MAY 1, 2024
Ridership on the systems in cities big and small after the pandemic is stronger than ever, and bike-share operators say the electric devices are a big reason why.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
Narcissism. Overconfidence. Low EQ. Why do we persist in selecting for leadership traits that hamper organizational progress—and leave the right potential leaders in the wrong roles?
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
APRIL 30, 2024
Dear experienced grant writer, I want to write a grant proposal for education to prepare to start a business is this ok? Thanks, Eager learner Dear eager learner, Great question! If you are looking for education for yourself to prepare to be a business owner, I would recommend reaching out to your local Small Business Development Center to see what education opportunities they are able to provide at little to no charge.
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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.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
MAY 2, 2024
Historically marginalized and underserved communities often face greater socioeconomic and environmental burdens such as disease, poverty, and pollution. Some communities are exposed to higher levels of air pollution from diesel exhaust, live closer.
GCN
MAY 1, 2024
The Affordable Connectivity Program will pay some households just $14 in May, down from $30. Unless Congress acts on a $7 billion extension bill, it will run out of money at the end of the month, plunging some families, supporters warn, into “digital darkness.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
Hydrogen developers could use digital twins to improve the economic viability of renewable projects and meet increasing demand. Here, we illustrate how, using renewable hydrogen as an example.
NLC (National League of Cities)
APRIL 29, 2024
By: James Crowder, Annie E. Casey Foundation April is Second Chance Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of the unique barriers faced by people with criminal records and the tremendous potential they have to contribute to neighborhoods, cities, and civil society more broadly.
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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.
Homeroom
APRIL 29, 2024
Less intelligent. Less capable. Less likely to succeed. These are just some of the harmful stereotypes commonly associated with students who choose to enroll in a community college. Despite those enrolled comprising over 8.9 million undergraduate students and 1.6 million public high school students, the stigma surrounding community college stubbornly remains.
GCN
APRIL 29, 2024
The no-string-attached cash assistance initiatives have become the target of some state policymakers who claim the programs are a misuse of public funds.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, discusses the impact generative AI will have on software development, the evolution of the developer’s role, and the opportunity to accelerate innovation.
FedTech Magazine
MAY 2, 2024
The government is an attractive target for cybercriminals and nation-state actors employing Kerberoasting attacks due to agencies’ reliance on Microsoft’s Active Directory for user authentication and authorization. Those agencies also manage vast amounts of sensitive data while faced with challenges related to legacy systems, bureaucratic processes and budget constraints, so it can be difficult for them to maintain adequate cybersecurity defenses against identity-based attacks such as Kerberoast
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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.
Homeroom
APRIL 29, 2024
Update about federal student loan servicing The U.S. Department of Education, including its office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), is constantly working to improve the student loan borrower experience. FSA has worked tirelessly to give borrowers the information and support they need to take advantage of all of the benefits of the student loan repayment Continue Reading The post Update for MOHELA student loan borrowers appeared first on ED.gov Blog.
GCN
MAY 2, 2024
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services has reduced hiring times for frontline workers from nine months to just a few weeks. Agency leaders hope a bigger staff will help improve the lives of kids it serves.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
To meet escalating demand for the latest advanced products, companies need a better way to handle the interactions and uncertainties of increasingly complex manufacturing.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 1, 2024
Renaissance Learning is a global leader in the pre-K–12 education technology (EdTech) space. Renaissance delivers its products to 16 million students across the world, and its digital solutions are used in more than one-third of US schools and 100-plus countries. As part of its cloud consolidation strategy, Renaissance decided to migrate DnA , its standards-based assessment creation and administration solution, from Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to Amazon Web Services (AWS).
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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.
Super Library Marketing
APRIL 29, 2024
Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library My maternal grandfather was small (he stood about 5 feet 3 inches tall) but mighty. He returned from World War Two to a wife and four children. He made ends meet by farming, driving a milk delivery truck, and working on a road construction crew. He taught me to build fences, crack walnuts with a vise, and drive a tractor and a car.
GCN
MAY 1, 2024
COMMENTARY | Incidents like the Baltimore bridge collapse should motivate local leaders to think carefully about risk management, prevention and mitigation.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
This playbook for founder CEOs on scaling from start-up to standout and beyond borrows lessons from the global B2B software-as-a-service industry.
AWS Public Sector Blog
APRIL 30, 2024
Emory University is a private research university in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1836, Emory has nine academic divisions and is known for its scholarly engagement across the humanities, social and natural sciences, medical disciplines, and high scientific performance and citation impact. In 2022, Emory launched the AI.Humanity initiative to explore the societal impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) and influence its future development to serve humanity.
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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-
State Tech Magazine
APRIL 29, 2024
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore appointed Katie Savage as the state CIO in January 2023. Previously, Savage served as director of the Defense Digital Service. She began her career as an urban planner, producing an open data portal for the city of Chicago prior to going to lead the City Tech Collaborative, a public-private partnership. Her background gives her deep insights into how to best use data in government as she strives to improve citizen services.
GCN
MAY 3, 2024
The Virginia Memory Project will catalog dementia cases and caregiving needs to inform policy and programming for aging adults.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MAY 3, 2024
The contact center emerged as an early use case for generative AI—with varied success. Organizations can learn from early adopters and think about their adoption strategies across three horizons.
Open Access Government - Technology News
MAY 3, 2024
The recent ransomware attack on Le icester City Council is a stern reminder of how vulnerable UK local councils are to increasing cyber threats. How should local councils defend themselves? The council not only experienced a massive 1.3 terabyte data theft but also saw its support services shut down , including child protection, adult social care safeguarding, and homelessness.
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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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