State Tech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2023

How to improve citizen engagement,” says Matthew Kaiser, communications and marketing director for Fairfax, Va. What can a local government do to help its citizens become more involved?” It’s a challenge cities everywhere deal with all the time.

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Communications Engagement Local Government Government 245

Social Pinpoint

JANUARY 12, 2025

In 2015, I was inspired by the conversations happening at the ELGL (Engaging Local Government Leaders) Annual Conference, specifically the discussions around making local government more accessible. Fast forward to 2025, and the need to make meetings more accessible is as critical as ever.

Engagement 98

Engagement Translation Community Engagement Local Government 98

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This is due to younger generation voters engaging on platforms like X, Instagram and TikTok, and with half of all U.S. However, social media also can be used to spread misinformation, which can lead to distrust between a government and its residents. So, how do local governments activate on this?

Social Media 58

Social Media Local Government Government Laws 58

OpenGov

MAY 25, 2022

There is one thing we can say for certain: The role of local government leaders continues to change rapidly. The post 5 Trends in Local Government Leadership appeared first on OpenGov.

Local Government 130

Local Government Leadership Government Community Development 130

GovPilot

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Modern Engagement Strategies Traditional Engagement Strategies Modern Engagement Strategies How To Get the Most Out of Citizen Engagement Initiatives Who Is Citizen Engagement For? How Much Time Does It Take to Build Effective Citizen Engagement? What Else Is Trending in Citizen Engagement?

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Engagement Government Community Engagement Local Government 52

AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

In this post, we highlight the key takeaways from AWS re:Invent 2024 for government agencies. So if youre a government leader and you want to get up to speed on all the essential information and insights from AWS re:Invent 2024, weve compiled what youre looking for here.

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Government Agency Government Public Sector Security 130

AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Citizens expect governments to continue to operate despite floods or heat waves endangering data centers, malicious actions taken against IT infrastructure, or power grid failures. This means they can focus on the operational aspects of maintaining key government services using the range of continuity options AWS provides.

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Government Public Sector Engagement Security 263

NLC (National League of Cities)

MAY 28, 2024

Local leaders should consult with their general counsel when implementing local policies or engaging in litigation. Over the past decade, affirmative litigation by local governments has emerged on various […] Source This article and information is meant for educational purposes only.

Local Government 90

Local Government Government Implementation Education 90

GovLoop

OCTOBER 27, 2022

As the complexity and volume of cyberattacks continue to increase, there’s an urgent need for state and local governments to work together to manage their risk. In this approach, state government works closely with city and county governments to prevent and prepare for incidents, and to provide support when incidents occur. “At

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JUNE 7, 2023

To help government technology (GovTech) startups build solutions that enable government agencies to better serve their communities, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching its first AWS GovTech Accelerator. Learn more about the AWS GovTech Accelerator and apply now.

Public Safety 246

Public Safety Public Sector Government Disaster Response 246

AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 10, 2024

The initiative brings together a coalition of Fortune 500 companies and other employers, government agencies, workforce development organizations, and education leaders to better prepare learners for entry-level tech careers. West Virginia’s partnership with the AWS Skills to Jobs Tech Alliance represents a strategic investment in our future.

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Education Development Public Sector Engagement 352

Citizen Lab

MARCH 13, 2023

From costly expenses to loss of control, several misconceptions about community engagement can hinder local governments from unlocking the full potential of participatory democracy to this day. In this blog post, we’ll explore five of the most-heard myths and why they’re not true.

Community Engagement 111

Community Engagement Engagement Local Government Government 111

GovLoop

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The local partners do play a really important role [in data], both behind the scenes and then once it comes out, she said. Transparent data collection and dissemination through federal/local collaborations help constituents trust in and engage with the data. But what about the people who prefer an in-person experience?

Elected Officials 99

Elected Officials Constituents Engagement Communications 99

GovLoop

JANUARY 31, 2023

Neurodivergent individuals could be part of the untapped talent pool that meets the demand for cyber, machine learning, artificial intelligence and other skills that government leaders agree are hard to find — and even harder to retain. Federal, state and local government agencies concur that recruiting talent has changed with the pandemic.

Engagement 111

Engagement Government Cultivation Public Sector 111

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

the Accelerator supports government technology (GovTech) startups as they develop innovative solutions enabling justice and public safety agencies to better serve their communities. The company’s innovative career readiness platform features the Whole Learner Framework, which focuses on engagement and personalized learning.

Public Safety 338

Public Safety Public Sector Laws Supervision 338

Social Pinpoint

APRIL 11, 2023

An effective community engagement strategy helps local governments to make more informed decisions. We’ve uncovered 10 effective community engagement tips to help you elevate your strategy today. Community engagement brings together diverse perspectives to improve the impact of policies and projects on people.

Community Engagement 52

Community Engagement Local Government Engagement Government 52

AWS Public Sector Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The generative AI TTM, as a part of the AWS Partner Transformation Program , is a one-on-one, consultative engagement to help partners identify and prioritize generative AI use cases based on industries and growth strategies. This year, we had a record-breaking number of nominations with more than 800 submissions across various categories.

Public Sector 342

Public Sector Security Leadership Education 342

AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 8, 2024

Its new assessment with AWS offers a curated list of questions designed to provide visibility into factors related to the institution’s readiness for identification and adoption of generative AI solutions across three core focus areas: strategy and governance, capacity and expertise, and infrastructure.

Education 305

Education Implementation Nonprofit Local Government 305

AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 11, 2024

Leaders in education and state and local government know that technology is changing at a rapid pace. That’s the central theme of this year’s AWS IMAGINE conference for education, state, and local leaders presented by Amazon Web Services (AWS). There is no cost to attend; register now to secure your spot.

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Education Local Government Public Sector Public Safety 204

zencity

JULY 12, 2023

Social media has significantly changed the communication landscape, bringing government leaders closer to the people they serve and building trust between them. Here are four things every state and local government leader needs to know about Threads to be a successful early mover: Register your username(s) right away.

Local Government 98

Local Government Social Media Government Accountability 98

AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Webinar participant, Rogerick Green, director of community engagement for Pasco County Sheriff’s Office, said, “Some of the biggest challenges that we face today are understanding what the gaps are within the community, within the areas that we serve, and how we address those gaps in real time.”. How the City of Fort St.

Constituents 246

Constituents Laws Public Safety Public Sector 246

Citizen Lab

AUGUST 24, 2023

Every local government and organization that has ever launched a community engagement project knows the challenge: How do you reach underheard groups? The post Inclusive community engagement: 10 good practices to mobilize underheard audiences appeared first on CitizenLab's Blog.

Community Engagement 98

Community Engagement Engagement Local Government Government 98

GovPilot

OCTOBER 13, 2023

When local governments actively involve residents in local decision-making processes, they gain invaluable new knowledge and perspectives from community members. This inclusivity ensures that policies are tailored to the real needs of the community and address any concerns the public may have regarding their community.

Community Engagement 52

Community Engagement Local Government Engagement Government 52

GovLoop

AUGUST 18, 2023

Constituents depend on digital engagements to connect with state and local government — they’re going online to pay utility bills, apply for permits and renew vehicle registrations. Everyone expects to be able to interact with government online, yet more digital interfaces mean a wider attack surface.

Constituents 97

Constituents Engagement Security Local Government 97

AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

According to multiple state and local government surveys conducted by the Center for Digital Government (CDG), only a small minority of US states, counties, and cities have migrated more than 50 percent of their systems/applications to the cloud. Interested in attending an upcoming AWS State, Local, and Education Learning Days?

Education 189

Education Public Sector Local Government Elected Officials 189

AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

In government, AI solutions are expected to grow at a compound annual rate of more than 33% through 2024. A state government optimized operations with Quantiphi Quantiphi is a technology company that solves problems using AI and data science, and a state government’s department recently had one such problem.

Public Sector 246

Public Sector Nonprofit Operations Local Government 246

AWS Public Sector Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Digital transformation of back-office operations Modernizing at any level of government requires vision and a long-term strategy. Increase transparency – Modernizing will illuminate government operations and expenses by providing a single source of truth for citizens and government leaders. Have you identified your stakeholders?

Operations 189

Operations Local Government Security Public Sector 189

State Tech Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Cisco recently published the results of a hybrid work survey that found 88 percent of federal, state and local government employees are very or somewhat satisfied with hybrid work arrangements. As Lucid notes, “Meeting equity means that every participant has the opportunity to participate and engage in a meeting.

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Government Employee Local Government Engagement Government 152

Center for Community Progress

MARCH 3, 2025

(Photo: Community Progress) Neighborhood-Led Vacant Lot Maintenance Programs like the Genesee County Land Bank Authoritys (GCLBA) Clean & Green initiative show how resident engagement can combat illegal dumping. Their contributions supplement local government capacity and fosters neighborhood pride.

Outreach 98

Outreach Engagement Stewardship Public Health 98

GovPilot

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Local government challenges have grown ever more complicated in recent years. We’re coming out the other side of a years-long pandemic and witnessing increasingly extreme weather events, all while faith in public institutions is at an all-time low.

Local Government 69

Local Government Government Constituents Engagement 69

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Because of the urgent need for decarbonization and reducing climate change, local government fleet managers are facing several major trends. Many local governments across the country have set ambitious climate targets, recognizing the substantial contribution of their vehicle fleets to their overall carbon footprint.

Management 118

Management Government Local Government Operations 118

American City & Country

AUGUST 21, 2024

“It’s important to note that local governments have developed a reputation over the years for having lackluster cybersecurity; and not without good reason. Boateng lists the following IT weaknesses that are sometimes found in local government technology departments: Weak authentication. “And Insider threats.

Local Government 64

Local Government Security Government Operations 64

AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Our partnership with Kiip is changing the way people in Los Angeles engage with the homeless response system by empowering individuals with a resource to store their most vital documents securely,” said Ben Kay, Associate Director of HOPICS for Access and Triage. From that start, HOPICS has helped thousands of individuals.

Public Sector 298

Public Sector Housing Outreach Security 298

zencity

APRIL 21, 2025

As climate change intensifies, local governments are under growing pressure to adapt infrastructure for extreme weather and long-term sustainability. But resilience isnt just about roads and leveesits about people. In 2025, the communities that are Source

Local Government 52

Local Government Government Sustainability Engagement 52

GovPilot

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Local governments provide essential services like public safety , infrastructure, and civic engagement , but many still use outdated software that falls short in today’s digital world.

Local Government 52

Local Government Public Safety Government Engagement 52