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‘Safety’ campaigns pre-blame pedestrians for getting hit by cars

GCN

Advocates are tired of “tone deaf” messaging that puts the onus for safety on walkers and not on vehicles.

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Ep 24: The Rising Cost of Childcare with Riel Peerbooms

Summer Camp Programming

SHOW NOTES In this episode, Shauna and Kelie talk with Frost Valley CEO, Riel Peerbooms, about the rising childcare cost and how it affects camps. Links: Riel Contact: ceo@frostvalley.org Want to add to our conversation? Have a question you want us to discuss? Email Us: exploringcampsides@gmail.com HOSTS KELIE COOK SHAUNA GUGLIELMO The post Ep 24: The Rising Cost of Childcare with Riel Peerbooms first appeared on Summer Camp Programming.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: Gaming Cybersecurity Training

Disaster Zone blog

A different approach to training teams on cybersecurity.

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Microsoft Security Copilot and NIST 800-171

Microsoft Public Sector

Microsoft Security Copilot and NIST 800-171 It is with bated breath that we await the publication of a Proposed Rule and final draft of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0. Simultaneously, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) just released the final draft of NIST Special Publication 800-171 Revision 3 ( NIST 800-171r3 ) and initial draft of NIST 800-171Ar3 , the assessment requirements for NIST 800-171r3.

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Holiday Safety Tips for Municipal Operations

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe

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HPE and Department of Energy Prepare for the Second Phase of Newest Supercomputer

FedTech Magazine

Kestrel, the Department of Energy’s newest supercomputer, has taken flight. The impressive machine would have never left the nest without Hewlett Packard Enterprise, the prime contractor responsible for bringing it to life. DOE tapped HPE in late 2021 to build the new platform to tackle ongoing renewable energy and energy-efficiency research. Kestrel will deliver more than five times faster performance, with 44 petaflops of computing power.

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Municipal Water Projects Advance with State Revolving Fund Financing and Funding

NLC (National League of Cities)

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), officially known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, provides significant funding for improving the nation’s drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure. The law delivers $50 billion to the U.S.

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Preparing for Security Copilot in US Government Clouds

Microsoft Public Sector

With the announcement of Security Copilot back in March, there has been a growing demand to understand and expand the role of machine learning (ML) in security. This demand is especially apparent in the US government space, where these advancements have a direct impact on national security. Security Copilot is the first generative AI security product to help defend organizations at machine speed and scale.

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Tackling Alert Fatigue: How Local Agencies Can Defend Against Cyberthreats

State Tech Magazine

Cybersecurity alerts help state and local governments to fend off attacks. But nobody can stay vigilant amid a daily onslaught of alarms requiring a constant sifting of legitimate threats from worthless noise. Alert fatigue is an age-old human problem. From the boy who cried wolf to medical professionals facing crucial health decisions, our brains shut down when presented with too many flashing lights and blaring horns.

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FedRAMP Must Scale to Keep Pace with Federal SaaS Adoption

FedTech Magazine

The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program must scale to keep pace with growth in the as-a-service offerings agencies are using, according to Eric Mill, senior advisor to the federal CIO. Agencies increasingly avoid having to develop or operate software themselves by connecting to cloud-based apps for everything from hiring to healthcare.

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GAO’s Scorecard—How We Saved the Federal Government $70.4 Billion This Year

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

GAO audits federal programs and spending to ensure that taxpayer dollars are protected and that programs operate effectively and efficiently. While we share our findings with Congress and the public through hundreds of reports and testimonies issued.

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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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AI could ease the ‘administrative muck’ delaying SNAP and other benefits

GCN

President Biden’s recent executive order specifically called for guidance in the emerging technology’s use in assistance programs. But experts warn that AI isn’t a silver bullet.

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Cracking the code on enhanced digital and cyber risk maturity

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A recent digital and cyber self-assessment of organizations in Australia and New Zealand revealed a mix of strengths and areas for improvement needed to address ever-evolving digital-related risks.

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Housing for Older Adults

NLC (National League of Cities)

By 2030, one-fifth of the American population will be aged 65 or over, which will only make worse a critical deficit in suitable housing that caters to their specific requirements. As individuals grow older, their housing needs change, including increased accommodations for those with disabilities.

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Housing Shortage? Here’s How to Get Federal Dollars to Transform Office Spaces into Homes in Your Community

OpenGov

Almost 1 in 4 office spaces across the country sit empty. At the same time, communities are growing faster than ever. The combination has led the federal government to release […] The post Housing Shortage? Here’s How to Get Federal Dollars to Transform Office Spaces into Homes in Your Community appeared first on OpenGov.

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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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How one city funds climate resilience, a dollar at a time

GCN

With $1 collected from every electric and gas bills each month, Minneapolis plans to weatherize residents’ homes, install rooftop solar on commercial buildings and build electric vehicle charging stations.

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Forward Thinking on how geeks are changing the world with Andrew McAfee

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

One of the world’s tech scholars talks geeks, two-pizza teams, the 90 percent syndrome and a whole lot more.

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Supreme Court 2023-24 Preview: Cases for Local Governments to Watch

NLC (National League of Cities)

The 2023-24 United States Supreme Court Term officially kicked off on Monday, October 2. During this term, the court will hear several cases that could impact local governments and their operations.

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Innovations in Data: Put Digital Twins to Work

GovLoop

The concept of digital twins, which has been around for years, is gaining traction as agencies gather better data and vendors develop better tools. The U.S. Government Accountability Office defines a digital twin as a virtual representation of a physical object, process or system. The idea is to use this simulated environment to test potential changes to the real-world environment.

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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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The best and worst states for green, equitable transportation

GCN

A new ranking looks at how well states are directing money from the infrastructure law to improve equity and climate outcomes in their transportation networks.

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Nominate for the GSV Cup 50 - celebrating innovative EdTech companies

Google Public Sector

Over the past few years, as the education sector has gone through transformative change, EdTech startups rose to meet new learner demands and helped address some of the biggest challenges in education. Today we’re experiencing another shift that’s just as transformational: the AI Revolution. Artificial intelligence is already changing how we work, live and learn, and it’s only just beginning.

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How Local Governments can Respond to Challenges with Digitization

GovPilot

Local governments across the U.S. have been on the front lines of response to the public health and economic crisis over the past few years, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic that shed a whole new light on prospective governmental challenges. Demand on local governments to provide continued efficient operations and new community services from trash removal to rental assistance, to code enforcement and business loan applications, is extremely high.

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Help Us Deliver A Digital-First Government

The CIO Council

In September 2023, the Office of Management and Budget published the Delivering a Digital-First Public Experience guidance. The guidance provides agencies with tangible actions and timelines to deliver a digital experience that meets the public’s expectation now and in the future. Digital Experience Pillars Overview The Delivering a Digital-First Public Experience guidance establishes the foundation for an improved digital experience when the public interacts with the government’s products and 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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With a shutdown looming, states and localities ready plans

GCN

Officials say they could see an uptick in unemployment insurance claims, have trouble feeding low-income families and experience disruptions to air travel, among other things.

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The software market: 4 trends in custom enterprise software development

Open Access Government - Technology News

The enterprise segment dominates the global software market, according to Statista, and is expected to reach almost $376 billion by 2028. Here we dive into emerging technologies that custom enterprise software developers use to keep solutions up-to-date and efficient The continuous growth of the enterprise application market, even in recession periods, is the main evidence that software solutions have become essential for companies’ operational efficiency and profitability.

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As Holiday Travel Season Starts, We Look At Changes Being Made to Air Traffic Control

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

If you’re traveling this Thanksgiving, you may notice that airports are once again busy. In fact, air travel has largely returned to pre-pandemic levels and demand is expected to rise. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working to meet this.

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Generative AI can change real estate, but the industry must change to reap the benefits

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Real estate can use generative AI to turn the industry’s data into treasure in seven steps.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

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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FCC adopts rules prohibiting ‘digital redlining’

GCN

Deploying broadband in a way that discriminates against low-income communities is barred under the new rules, but observers worry that loopholes will make the rules less effective.

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Develop a grants calendar to stay on top of deadlines

Professional Grant Writer

If you’ve written grants for a while, you’ve probably experienced it: that sinking feeling when you realize — or your employer tells you. The post Develop a grants calendar to stay on top of deadlines appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Design Your Services with Citizens at the Center

GovLoop

With constituent and employee expectations rising, state and local governments are under pressure to create easier, more intuitive interactions. To make this goal a reality for citizens, it’s time for your agency to consider human-centered design, which puts power in the hands of end users, enabling government to offer the kind of self-service capabilities people already are used to in their daily lives.

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Accountability Fosters Better Results and More Respect

Careers in Government

Accountability Fosters Better Results and More Respect The post Accountability Fosters Better Results and More Respect appeared first on Careers in Government.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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.