NGA Center initiative addresses civic engagement of retirees 1st June 2007 The Washington-based National Governors Association (NGA) Center for Best Practices is hosting a policy academy on ways states can encourage retirees to engage in employment, education and volunteer activities.
Fighting the fight 1st June 2007 Like a huge cloud appearing on the horizon, the aging of the baby boom generation is moving closer to shore, carrying with it a storm of financial consequences.
Ready and waiting 1st June 2007 Job order contracting (JOC) is growing in popularity among city, county and state governments as an alternative contracting method for construction projects.
Two big decisions 1st June 2007 Two April U.S. Supreme Court decisions are being hailed as victories for state and local governments nationwide. In one, the high court decided that local
A how-to on meeting retirees’ needs 1st June 2007 A survey released last year by the Washington-based National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) indicated that most cities and counties are not
Postcards 1st June 2007 Get some. On Feb. 14, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene began handing out lubricated prophylactics as part of a public health
Tracking down debtors 1st June 2007 Each year, billions of dollars worth of fees for local government services go uncollected. According to the National Association of Counties, local governments
Caring for the community 1st June 2007 Dowagiac, Mich., officials began an economic development project three years ago to create a vibrant downtown and help businesses grow in the rural community.
Coming back strong 1st June 2007 In his inevitable moments of weakness, Popeye always consumed a single can of spinach to regain his strength and begin anew. Now, Alma, Ark., home of
Tornado-stricken town plans total rebuild 1st June 2007 On May 4, Greensburg, Kan., was struck by a devastating tornado, leaving more than 90 percent of the town, including city hall, in ruins. Despite the
Solutions for Local Government Communicators Tasked with Facilitating Micro-to-Macro Resident Communications 22nd February 2024
Get in the Driver’s Seat: 7 Ways Your Lack of Control is Blocking Your High-Performance Potential 26th January 2024
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020