An ELGL member is seeking responses on two separate topics: If your organization has a policy on the inclusion of community events (e.g. festivals, bazaars, etc.) in city/county/district communications materials (e.g. web, email newsletter, paper newsletter, social media, etc.), can you please send it to me? Does your organization include any “community grant” funding in … Continue reading »
From ELGL member and Beaverton staff member Stephen Albaugh: The City of Beaverton is in the process of implementing a new urban renewal plan. I am working with the City to identify potential grants that might be applicable to the City. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to look for these opportunities? Contact: Stephen Albaugh – salbaugh@gmail.com Continue reading »
Lynn Kelly-Lehner, senior management analyst for Temecula, CA, is requesting feedback or experiences you have had with business incubator programs. Her contact information is lynn.lehner@cityoftemecula.org. Good morning, First, many kudos to you and ELGL! Even though I live in Southern California, I am a devout reader of your blog and have learned so much from your … Continue reading »
Veneta is seeking examples of RFPs for waste removal service. If you have a recent example (within ten years) please send them to Chris Workman, City of Veneta. Continue reading »
My organization is researching approaches taken by other cities to regulate “social gaming.” I am focusing on options for licensing, regulating and enforcing an ordinance. Please send along any documents that may aid in framing the issue. I can be reached at kentw@tigard-or.gov. Continue reading »
ELGL debuts a new blog feature today “The Lightning Round.” The weekly feature will introduce you to a ELGL member via ten short questions. We hope you enjoy the new feature. Continue reading »
In the day and age of technology and social media, many cities are developing policies for their councils with respect to eliminating the use of electronic devices and communications while in public meetings (no texting, emailing, internet surfing, etc.) We’re looking for some good examples to use as a base to set guidelines and would … Continue reading »
