Reprogramming the City
OCTOBER 21, 2020
Recovering energy from infrastructure has long been an area of opportunity that has only recently gained wide attention. One of the early proponents of recovering energy from the daily functions of the city is Oregon’s InPipe Energy. Reprogramming the City followers will know we’ve written about them before , and feature them in our book.
Peak Proposals
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
It's always a good idea to look weekly, if not daily, for funding opportunity announcements that might be a good fit for your organization. However, if you are not careful, you can end up putting too much emphasis on finding funding opportunity announcements (FOAs) over other grant-seeking activities. While FOAs are important, many (if not most) organizations would be better served by prioritizing in-depth research of specific funding sources—that is, the foundations, associations, and governmen
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Public Administration Associates
AUGUST 20, 2020
Dave Bretl and Chris Swartz have joined Kevin Brunner as partners in PAA. The trio brings over 90 years of local government management experience to the firm which is now celebrating its 23 rd year of providing high quality, affordable municipal consulting services to Wisconsin communities and beyond. PAA Founders Dr. Steve Hintz, Bill and Denise Frueh are still involved in PAA but now serve as associates.
The City Fix
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Around the world, communities of color and marginalized groups disproportionately feel the effects of pollution and other environmental impacts. Whether it’s residents living along the polluted Cooum River in Chennai, India; Louisiana’s petrochemical-dense Cancer Alley; Thailand’s toxic hot spot Map Ta Phut Industrial. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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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.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 1, 2020
In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic will accelerate industry trends, with shopping shifting to digital channels and consumers continuing to champion fairness and social justice.
Disaster Planning and Emergency Management
DECEMBER 14, 2020
1. What are, and have been, the key challenges in coping with the Covid-19 pandemic? The first challenge is to understand the behaviour of an emerging disease caused by a new variant of a virus. This concerns its infectiousness, mode of transmission, lethality, symptoms and effects, mutation, longevity on various kinds of surface, and so on. Information on these characteristics takes a long time to assemble, as at the start the virus is new and unknown, its relationship with the host population
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The Market Urbanism Report
AUGUST 2, 2020
A movement in the 1970s to make for-profit restrooms illegal means there's now a shortage of public restrooms, period.
Public Purpose - An Independent Advisory Company
DECEMBER 30, 2020
This is a short submission ( copied in full below ) I made to the current rewrite of Australia’s digital strategy being curated by the Digital Transformation Agency. Its main message is that digital transformation needs to think bigger and take itself more seriously. No disrespect to the complex and difficult technical, often transactional work that is being done, often well, to change the nature of our interactions with many aspects of governing.
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Eventually everyone in government or business will likely need to engage a consultant to assist their organization with an element of work that they need help with. This podcast is an interview with Brian Murphy, a Principal with BERK Consulting. We discuss a number of issues related to obtaining a consultant to perform work for you. What should you expect from a consultant?
First State Insights
DECEMBER 18, 2020
Entrepreneurship policy experts and leaders from Delaware's innovation ecosystem join Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), to review the current policy landscape for science and innovation; consider how 2020 election results may impact this landscape; and discuss short- and long-term implications and opportunities for entrepreneurs, innovators, and policymakers in Delaware.
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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.
Reprogramming the City
AUGUST 13, 2020
Covid Parking Garages. It’s unfortunate that it has even become a thing. But the underlying tale of resourcefulness in times of need and utilizing the extra capacity of everyday structures during a pandemic is one worth telling. Parking garages have proven to be more agile than their imposing presence belies. The utilitarian structures have performed many functions beyond their original remit in recent years.
Princeton Public Library
DECEMBER 14, 2020
This year, the library, like many other institutions, has had to reconsider its core values and find new ways to serve the community. One of the biggest lessons many have found is that we go farther when we work together.
ResourceAssociates
DECEMBER 11, 2020
by Resource Associates @ grantwriters.net. Grant Questions? Let’s talk. info@grantwriters.net 505-326-4245. It ha s been a year to remember. What started as a hopeful outlook going into 2020 quickly changed gears in mid- march , motivating many nonprofits to change their focus and work to provide and operate to the best of their capacity due to COVID restrictions.
The City Fix
OCTOBER 13, 2020
In 2015, the City of Oslo, Norway, made a commitment after years of rising transportation injuries to reduce car traffic and prioritize the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and the environment. Unlike in the United States and other countries where transportation. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
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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
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
In a year marked by crisis and uncertainty, corporate America is at a crossroads. The choices companies make today will have consequences on gender equality for decades to come.
Social Pinpoint
DECEMBER 11, 2020
As we await a new and hopefully refreshing year, there is no better time to reflect and learn from the adaptations we have been forced to make throughout 2020. The post 2021 Community Engagement Trends appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.
Grant Training Center
MAY 25, 2020
The focus of this blog is effective grant writing. The reviewers of your proposal will be the ultimate judges of your funding success. To assure that they are enthused, you need to address: Whose story is this? What is this about? How does the material link backward and forward? What material warrants my attention? Let’s begin with Joan Didion, who talked about the “infinite power” of grammar: “To shift the structure of a sentence alters the meaning as definitely and inflexibly as the position o
PubWorks Blog
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Sign Management with PubWorks. Organizations that manage roadways often struggle with how to effectively manage signs and keep compliant with Federal Highway management standards. The maintenance and replacement of road signs is incredibly important but can be a difficult undertaking. . According to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) statistics, approximately 42,000 people die annually on U.S. roads.
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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.
Death and Taxes
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
I have been having a great deal of conversations with folks across the state about what is going on with their sales taxes (and occupancy and food and beverage taxes). What has happened versus what was expected for FY21 and what they are thinking about for FY22 now that local governments are starting to begin their budget processes. I thought it might be useful to share some of the questions I have been getting and my answers to them and some of my broader thoughts about sales taxes and the pa
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
DECEMBER 16, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic forced businesses and governments to close their physical office spaces and have people begin working from their homes, with little or no planning or preparation for this momentous change in how teams function. Betty Lochner, M.Ed., SPHR, CEO of Corner Stone Coaching and Training is the expert guest. In this podcast she shares 7 Tips for Leading Virtual Teams, a great resource for managers and supervisors who were thrust into this virtual role with no training being furn
First State Insights
DECEMBER 18, 2020
Linda Parkowski, Executive Director of the Kent Economic Partnership, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about encouraging economic development in Central Delaware. The Kent Economic Partnership is a public-private organization that aims to spur economic development in Central Delaware.
Reprogramming the City
AUGUST 13, 2020
When the going got tough for live entertainment, parking garage performances became a way to create and connect. Social distancing requirements due to Covid-19 has rattled everyone’s lives and livelihoods. Of the many industries that have faced immense struggles during this time, live entertainment has been one of the hardest hit. Yet performers and performance companies are used to reinvention and innovation during tough times.
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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.
Princeton Public Library
DECEMBER 1, 2020
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 ages birth to five years old and their families. The Gift of Books 2020: Picture Books and Early Readers There isn’t a more perfect gift for a young child (or anyone!) […].
ResourceAssociates
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
by Resource Associates @ grantwriters.net. Grant Questions? Let’s talk. info@grantwriters.net 505-326-4245. Every year between November and December nonprofits all over the U.S. are scrambling to attract donors with one last push to make a donation before the year ends. What can make your appeal stand out to potential donors and motivate your current donors to stay loyal to your initiatives?
The City Fix
OCTOBER 5, 2020
As coronavirus restrictions ease around the world, many consider a walk around their neighborhood for some fresh air to be a welcome break from confinement. However, socioeconomic status could greatly affect the landscapes people find on these strolls, particularly in how much. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
DECEMBER 9, 2020
Updated annually, our Global Banking Annual Review offers the best of our research and insights into the global banking industry. Explore the findings from our most recent report and scroll for past years’ reports.
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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.
Social Pinpoint
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Social Pinpoint creates a safe and engaging place that stakeholders can contribute their feedback on projects and initiatives that affect them, especially with the introduction of our custom profanity filter. The post New Feature: Custom Profanity Filter appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.
Policy Chats
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
In this episode, UCR Assistant Professor of Public Policy and Political Science Francisco Pedraza talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the 2020 election results. About Francisco Pedraza : Dr. Pedraza is a political scientist at the University of California, Riverside with appointments in the School of Public Policy and the Department of Political Science.
iGrantWriters
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
Join us on this special event with veteran grant expert Rodney Walker, as he takes you by the hand and leads you step-by-step through his journey as a grant writer and as he shares the top things he would do differently in writing his first grant proposal. Here's What You Will Learn: Common misconceptions beginners have about what it takes to do grant writing successfully.
The Future Is Community podcast
NOVEMBER 8, 2020
In this episode, Carrie Staton highlights the value of rural community perspectives through her enhancement of physical capital by developing abandoned buildings and vacant lots in West Virginia. With the current COVID reality of remote work and community life, some rural communities have capitalized on remote worker programs, while serious issues of broadband accessibility have been exacerbated in others.
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Many business license applications still can't be completed online, creating a frustrating user experience and lowering compliance. Shifting to a digital process makes it easier for staff and businesses alike. This guide covers: How to build a licensing and registration experience that works for your staff and local businesses. Why technology is your best partner for improving licensing and registration compliance.
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