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10 American cities where inflation is still on the rise

Slowed by the Federal Reserve’s rate hikes, the rise of inflation is softening after hitting a 40-year high last year. Even so, the year-over-year inflation rate was still at 4% in May, according to a recent ranking from WalletHub. And while Americans across the United States have borne the weight of inflation through rising costs […]

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Agencies need to transform recruiting to replace retirees and replenish government workforces

No question, government workforces continue to grow. Government employment in the United States increased by 56,000 in May, compared with the average monthly gain of 42,000 over the prior 12 months, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ “The Employment Situation-May 2023” report. As government workers retire, there are a number of steps government […]

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One month after ransomware attack, Dallas reports 90% of its network has been restored

More than a month after a crippling ransomware attack on May 3, administrators from Dallas, Texas say they’ve restored more than 90% of the city’s network. “Our staff has worked tirelessly to restore and rebuild systems and return all systems to full functionality as quickly and securely as possible,” reads a statement issued last week […]

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How decentralized identity technology can make access to government services more equitable

Governments debate how much they should spend on public services, as witnessed by the recent debt-ceiling standoff, and by the annual budget process that plays out in every city and county. But everyone can probably agree that access to public services should be simple and equitable. Too often, though, services are difficult to consume. As […]

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program: Where local governments must allocate funds to support the future of cybersecurity

This past February, the Department of Homeland Security’s State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program began to distribute funds to states with approved cybersecurity plans. For budget and resource strapped state, local and territorial governments (STLGs), these grants enable crucial cybersecurity investments to protect our nation from unprecedented cybersecurity risks and help bridge the gap between […]

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Boston’s commuter rail system is outdated and needs an overhaul, according to advocacy report

Boston, Mass. has the second-worst commuter traffic congestion in the nation, according to the analytics firm Inrix. It’s only getting worse, given the region’s outdated and failing commuter rail system, locally known as the T. And while addressing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s failing transit system is an immediate crisis, it’s also an opportunity to […]

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Keeping reusable stuff out of landfills: Organization redistributes office furniture and more to nonprofits, other groups

Tons of office furniture ends up in landfills, and it could get worse as office workers continue to work from home rather than return to the office. Green Standards, a specialized environmental firm that works with corporations and government organizations to redistribute surplus office furniture, equipment and supplies, is working to make a difference. The […]

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How to move to a citizen-focused engagement model

We know that engaged citizens play a critical role in helping make government agencies more transparent, more effective and more accountable. In fact, putting increased attention on digital government services and the citizen experience was ranked as one of the biggest changes that state chief information officers expected to continue post-pandemic. But too often, many […]

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10 best suburbs for city-like living

As more people are moving out to the suburbs, they still crave those city-living amenities like restaurants, shopping and engagement. So, suburban areas are adopting more urban aesthetics and principals, creating vibrant and connected communities. StorageCafe recently looked at the best U.S. suburbs with that urban flair, to see where people can find the right […]

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Navigating crises with confidence: Five ways strategic plans support crisis response

Some crises are short-lived, barging through our lives and routines, and before we can get a sense of what’s happened, we’re left dealing with the aftermath. But many crises build slowly, with many early warning signs, and once they’vehit their breaking point, panic and uncertainty overwhelm the ability of leaders to think clearly and mitigate […]

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10 American cities where inflation is still on the rise

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Agencies need to transform recruiting to replace retirees and replenish government workforces

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One month after ransomware attack, Dallas reports 90% of its network has been restored

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How decentralized identity technology can make access to government services more equitable

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program: Where local governments must allocate funds to support the future of cybersecurity

News

Boston’s commuter rail system is outdated and needs an overhaul, according to advocacy report

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Keeping reusable stuff out of landfills: Organization redistributes office furniture and more to nonprofits, other groups

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How to move to a citizen-focused engagement model

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10 best suburbs for city-like living

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Navigating crises with confidence: Five ways strategic plans support crisis response

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