Census Bureau reports slight drop in state, local employment 23rd August 2012 The Census Bureau’s latest (2011) survey of government employment and payroll shows public sector employment dropped 1.4 percent from 2010 levels.
Government still lags in earning trust among citizenry 23rd August 2012 The 2012 Edelman Trust Barometer, a global survey, has measured a nine-point global decline in trust in government.
Atlanta police will pack Taser non-lethal weapons (with related video) 21st August 2012 The Atlanta Police Department is buying 400 Tasers for use on patrol. The non-lethal weapons will cost a total of $799,000.
Tactics for buyers and sellers as the federal fiscal year draws to a close 20th August 2012 David Sonde of Winvale discusses tactics for buyers and sellers as the federal fiscal year draws to a close.
Cities, counties need to get up to speed on transportation bill 16th August 2012 Pete Ruane, president and chief executive officer of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association, discusses the new federal transportation bill.
Need for innovation is great in the public sector 16th August 2012 Brett Strouss, past president of the American Society of Inventors, discusses the need for innovative products for the public sector.
APWA Congress heads to sunny California 15th August 2012 The APWA International Public Works Congress and Exposition takes place Aug. 26-29 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif.
More Republicans are leading counties, says poll 15th August 2012 The gap between Republicans and Democrats has widened significantly among the ranks of county elected officials since 2004.
When disaster strikes, civil support teams can help 15th August 2012 When disaster strikes, agencies quickly can become overwhelmed. National Guard resources can help.
Cities’ bad credit is a concern to investors 15th August 2012 The biggest financial challenge facing most cities is not bankruptcy, but bad credit, according to a new report.
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020