Knight Cities Challenge Announces $5 Million in Funding for 37 Innovative Projects
Two themes—community revitalization and economic development—comprise more than 50 percent of the second-round winners list.
This Workforce Development Board Bolsters Its Youth Re-Engagement Efforts With Technology
“Starting with social media is a good way to break in.”
Wisconsin Awaits Implementation of Scott Walker’s Civil Service Reform Law
Supporters say it will help the state government be more effective in hiring and firing but opponents fear weakened worker protections.
Is Your State Prepared for a Cyberattack on Top of a Natural Disaster?
NASCIO doesn’t think so, so it’s developed a government response planning guide for cyber disruptions.
Why States Want Skills-Based Job Markets Amid Globalization and Digitalization
During a panel discussion in D.C., Colorado’s governor and Indiana’s former governor show why states are often better than the feds at adapting policies to fit the changing digital economy.
Virginia’s New IT Procurement Vehicle Paves the Way for the ‘Internet of Things’
Agency flexibility from the state to local levels is key to adopting new technologies and attracting a younger workforce, says Verizon’s Maggie Hallbach.
State and Local Daily Digest: Boston Mayor’s Adele Parody Video; W.Va. Mayor Is a Texas Fugitive
Also in our news roundup: S.C. public shooting club; California beer import tax; and Hawaii’s failed Uber, Lyft measure
L.A. Launches Advisory Council That Will Focus on Transgender Policy Issues
“We all have a fundamental right to be exactly who we are, regardless of gender identity or expression,” says Mayor Eric Garcetti.
Emergency Management Lessons Learned From the San Bernardino Attack
Social media helped spread misinformation during the crisis, necessitating the establishment of points of contact.
Many Americans Are Rising Out of the 'Middle Class'—But Are They Better Off?
In 42 states, more people have risen above the middle class than have fallen below it since 2000. But the story is complicated by a drop in incomes.
Some Fear Vote Could Make North Carolina ‘First in Flight, Last in Health’
State Health Plan board members may vote to ax a very popular insurance plan for Tar Heel state employees on Friday. And down the road, spousal benefits might be at risk, too.
Check Out Route Fifty’s State and Local Government Management Challenges Survey Results
Our new survey of government leaders finds hiring difficulties, funding red tape and cash-strapped technology budgets among the top 2016 management challenges for agencies.
The Human Capital Challenge Facing State and Local Governments
Workforce issues are a top concern, according a new survey from Route Fifty and the Government Business Council.
New Survey: 2016 Top State & Local Management Challenges
A new nationwide survey by Route Fifty and Government Business Council reveals human capital and budget issues to be the year's top state and local management challenges.
New Work Requirements Put Food Stamps at Risk
More than 500,000 people could lose food stamps in 22 states reinstating work requirements. Few states have employment programs ready to help them get back on their feet.
Should Municipal Employees Be Required to Live Inside City Limits?
Residency requirements for Pittsburgh police officers prompted a legal dispute.
Oops! Kansas State Workers Mistakenly Receive Emails Implying They’d Lost Their Jobs
The state’s Department of Administration blamed the error on a computer problem.
Survey: Local Government Can Compete With Private Sector at Hiring Younger Workers
Incoming workers’ desire to do good makes county and city employment a perfect fit—if jurisdictions can make the often-smaller pay palatable.
The Dallas CPE: Planning, Management and Continuous Improvement Enhance Service Delivery
The City of Dallas integrates proven management systems and performance improvement tools under a single umbrella to provide better, more efficient services to residents.
These States Will Have the Highest Minimum Wages to Start 2016
A look at how state pay floors will compare to cost of living in each U.S. state next year.
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