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Local governments rely on taxes for revenue, but is that the best system for a modern society?
Over the last 30 years, the American economy has evolved quite a bit. Financial assets have historically been held primarily in physical objects like gold, silver and real estate. But these days, with the rise of cryptocurrency, non-fungible tokens and trading apps that make stocks available to everyone, it’s become a little more abstract. From 1989 to 2019, for example, the top five […]
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Sustainability takes center stage in Milwaukee city operations
It’s crucial for government entities to have a stand-alone sustainability office, says Erick Shambarger, director of environmental sustainability for Milwaukee, where he leads the Environmental Collaboration Office (ECO). He adds that it’s important to have champions for sustainability spread throughout city government that administrators can collaborate with on key issues. “The reason it’s important to […]
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How local governments can better utilize text messages
For many people, text messaging is still thought of as a way to communicate with family and friends. But more and more, businesses are getting in on the short message service (SMS) action, using these quick messages to reach customers and prospects with meaningful marketing messages. There is no reason government agencies shouldn’t also be […]
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Is Your Equipment Fleet Ready For Winter?
Check these winterizing tips off your list as you head into the colder months to make sure your equipment is ready to perform at peak efficiency when the temperatures plummet. CHECK YOUR OIL: You need to ensure oil is flowing freely in colder temperatures. Check the viscosity of the oil you’re using to assure that […]
