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Building the public health workforce of tomorrow

Since the first case of COVID-19 hit the United States, public health units across the country have been working non-stop to contain this deadly disease. In the two years since the first lockdowns, we’ve all seen these professionals work diligently to help educate the public about the risks, give tips on how to prevent getting […]

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Expert: Government tech buyers should acquire systems that offer continuous improvements

The rapid pace of change makes it difficult to outline best practices for government tech-buying teams, says Chris Dixon, senior manager of state, local and education (SLED) industry analysis at Deltek, a global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses and governments. It also issues reports that identify current government contracting trends and market […]

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Reno launches first-ever municipal blockchain app to track public transactions

Much has been said in the last week about the ongoing meltdown of cryptocurrency, driven by an uncertain economic outlook and rapidly increasing inflation. Over the last seven months, Bitcoin, for example, has dropped to $21,000 from its $64,000 high. But while crypto markets might be in retreat at least for the moment, the underlying technology […]

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Take the American City & County government budgeting survey

A local government can’t operate without a budget. Managing and prioritizing budget spending affects the lives of everyone in the community. How are city and county governments creating their annual budget and setting long-term spending goals, while making sure the process is transparent and equitable to residents? Take our brief survey—Developing and Allocating Local Budgets—and […]

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Report: City and county administrators are prioritizing their cyber defenses

Given the high profile digital attacks against government organizations that have captured public attention in recent years, it’s no surprise that bolstering cyber defenses is a high priority for local internet technology managers. In a recent survey of city and county administrators by the CompTIA Public Technology Institute, a research firm, respondents overwhelmingly cited cybersecurity as […]

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Local leaders, experts, speak to effectiveness of American Rescue Plan at congressional hearing

While there’s a deep partisan chasm running through Washington, D.C., the nation’s local leaders and mayors are unified in their appreciation of the effectiveness of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). In a little more than a year’s time since it was signed into law, not one colleague has reached out to say “the American […]

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Partnership to provide mental health first aid training for county employees

The last two years and its many challenges have caused a deterioration in employees’ mental health throughout government, impacting job dissatisfaction and increasing turnover. A recent study by Mission Square Research Institute found public service employees are increasingly feeling stressed (44 percent), burned out (42 percent) and anxious (39 percent). The findings mirror a broader […]

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Historic infrastructure investment presents opportunity to improve roadway safety

Two years ago, the pandemic changed everything—remote work became normalized; the popularity of delivery services went through the roof; roadway deaths spiked with fewer commuters and wide-open highways. They haven’t come down. “The reality in America right now is that no matter the size of your community or whether it is urban, suburban or rural, […]

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In the early days of hurricane season, experts predict a busy year—communities should prepare

From the Capitol riot in January to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine a few months later, and the recent series mass shootings, it’s been a busy news year to say the least—so much is happening in the present that it takes effort to consider what the future will hold. But while the 24-hour news cycle continues […]

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Local governments need flexible procurement policies as they work to acquire up-to-date technology

Streamlining procurement processes is a top 10 priority among local government IT officials. That’s one of the findings in the new “2022 CompTIA Public Technology Institute (PTI) State of City and County IT National Survey” from CompTIA. “Our latest 2022 local government survey has procurement as one of its top priorities for the first time—ranked […]

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Building the public health workforce of tomorrow

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Expert: Government tech buyers should acquire systems that offer continuous improvements

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Reno launches first-ever municipal blockchain app to track public transactions

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Take the American City & County government budgeting survey

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Report: City and county administrators are prioritizing their cyber defenses

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Local leaders, experts, speak to effectiveness of American Rescue Plan at congressional hearing

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Partnership to provide mental health first aid training for county employees

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Historic infrastructure investment presents opportunity to improve roadway safety

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In the early days of hurricane season, experts predict a busy year—communities should prepare

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Local governments need flexible procurement policies as they work to acquire up-to-date technology

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