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New AI-powered data analyst designed for public sector

Polco, a civic engagement and analytics company based in Madison, Wis., announced it has built an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered data analyst designed specifically for governments. “Polly,” as the AI tool is called, is designed to answer questions from public sector leaders using real-time performance management data, comparisons and historical trends, according to Polco, which unveiled […]

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Optimizing software quality to help your agency achieve its environmental sustainability goals

Municipal and local governments are increasingly interested in making their operations more environmentally sustainable, and for good reasons. Sustainability initiatives present opportunities to reduce energy, water, and materials use, and along with them the associated costs. They also reflect growing expectations from residents. For instance, two-thirds of Americans support prioritizing the development of alternative energy […]

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Government fleet managers need to offer incentives to recruit and retain vehicle technicians and mechanics

There is a growing need for trained automotive service technicians, says an executive at TechForce Foundation, a nonprofit with the mission to champion students to and through their technical education and into careers as professional transportation technicians. TechForce has issued a report on the vehicle technician workforce. TechForce analyzed government labor statistics and determined there […]

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AI guidelines put in place for administering public benefits programs

As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) spreads to local governments, there is a growing opportunity to streamline processes and increase efficiency in government programs with the use of AI. The budding technology also poses risks, however, including a potential lack of human oversite, misuse, inaccuracies and discriminatory outcomes. After issuing an executive order in […]

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2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Community collaborates to build respite program for caregivers

Being a caregiver can be stressful, around-the-clock work. Recent studies have found that the number of available at-home caregivers in the U.S. is not keeping pace with the rising needs of a rapidly aging generation. Faced with these challenges, one community in New York State came together to help take care of its caretakers—and demonstrated […]

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Gallery: Street pavement artist Jim Bachor creatively fills city potholes

Jim Bachor, a mosaic tile artist, has been filling potholes in Chicago and other locations with works of art. The street artist-pothole patcher has been filling blacktop chuckholes with thought-provoking and whimsical images since May, 2013. His patches display everything from celebrities, art masterpieces, flowers, patterns and more. Bachor explains the starting point for his […]

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2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Ringling Trail Complete Streets project

In 2024, pedestrians, cyclists, scooter operators and public transit users can rely on the Ringling Trail Complete Streets initiative for safe access. The project has helped boost economic activity for surrounding areas and businesses, while elevating the overall quality of life for residents. For all of these reasons, this Sarasota, Fla. project has been selected […]

Overcoming Challenges & Creating Opportunities in Government Grant Management

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2 PM EDT Government entities encounter distinct obstacles in both securing and administering grants, which play a crucial role in promoting sustainable growth, providing essential services, and enhancing the well-being of communities. Despite the abundance of funding opportunities, these come with their own complexities, introducing significant administrative challenges towards grant […]

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‘The sounds of nature’: Cicada noise causes influx of 911 calls in South Carolina town

For the first time in 221 years, two separate broods of cicadas are emerging in the U.S. this spring, and the first wave is already causing confusion and concern in some impacted towns. Newberry, S.C., made national headlines this week after the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement on Facebook that it had received […]

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Study ranks the 15 most walkable U.S. cities for tourists

The days are getting longer and cities across the U.S. are bracing for an influx of tourists. As sightseers break out their tennis shoes to hit the town, a recent analysis by Preply, an online language-learning marketplace, examined data from TripAdvisor and Google Maps to determine which of the country’s most-visited cities are the “most […]

Year: 2021

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New AI-powered data analyst designed for public sector

Article

Optimizing software quality to help your agency achieve its environmental sustainability goals

Article

Government fleet managers need to offer incentives to recruit and retain vehicle technicians and mechanics

News

AI guidelines put in place for administering public benefits programs

Article

2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Community collaborates to build respite program for caregivers

Gallery

Gallery: Street pavement artist Jim Bachor creatively fills city potholes

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2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Ringling Trail Complete Streets project

Overcoming Challenges & Creating Opportunities in Government Grant Management

News

‘The sounds of nature’: Cicada noise causes influx of 911 calls in South Carolina town

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Study ranks the 15 most walkable U.S. cities for tourists

WHITE PAPERS

Industrial AMR infographic

Mechanize the Mop White Paper

3 Ways to Reduce Time-to-Hire in the Public Sector

Webinars

Overcoming Challenges & Creating Opportunities in Government Grant Management

How to Successfully Implement LED Streetlights in Your Hometown with Federal Funds

Grant Preparedness: Unlocking Funding Opportunities for Your Success

Podcast

Podcast: Disaster Management Symposium preview

Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina

Young Leaders Episode 3 – Shannon Hardin – City Council President, Columbus, Ohio

GALLERIES

A new dashboard tracks early voting for the 2024 election. These 10 counties have cast the most votes so far

Here are the 10 most competitive rental markets in the U.S.

Cycling, recycling and green space: these are the top 10 most sustainable cities in the U.S.