April 30, 1996
- Written by American City & County Administrator
- 30th April 1996
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When they search for new staffers, cities and counties should cast a wide net and recruit globallyState and local governments employed 20.5 million as of October 2024, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Among those workers, there was an increase in the number who quit (about 22,000) in September, the BLS reported. Job openings in September 2024 in state and local governments in the U.S. totaled 703,000, says […]
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‘Building a technology-friendly environment’: Detroit to accept cryptocurrency payments in 2025Detroit announced it is on track to become the largest city in the U.S. to accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment for taxes and other fees. The city said it is using a secure platform managed by PayPal for the new crypto payment option, which city residents will be able to begin using by […]
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Ransomware presents a growing threat to vulnerable local governmentsIn the past, cities and counties were not a prime target for ransomware attacks, says Rahul Mahna, a partner who leads the Outsourced IT Services team at Eisner Advisory Group LLC. The company is a licensed independent CPA firm providing tax and business consulting services to their clients, which includes governments. Mahna has more than […]
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Community trust is a firefighter’s greatest assetFirefighters are society’s first line of defense against natural disasters. When catastrophes like wildfires, floods or earthquakes ensue, these professionals aren’t just tasked with preventing the disaster from spreading; they’re also responsible for keeping community members safe from harm and maintaining order under high-stress situations. As climate change wreaks havoc on the planet, both the […]