We recently switched the Morning Buzz from a news roundup format, to an original content format. This was a big change for us, because for a long time, sharing the morning’s local government news headlines was something that ELGL took a lot of pride in. And, after we made the switch, we heard from some … Continued
It’s Mount Rushmore season for ELGL members. We’re asking for your top four list on a variety of topics. Courtney Kashima Principal, Muse Community + Design Connect: LinkedIn City Departments (Real and Imagined) Planning Department Doing Department Mayor’s Office of Special Events Department of Cultural Affairs Movies Lawrence of Arabia What Have I Done to … Continued
Chris Floore follows up John Lisle’s article, “We Want Our Own Logo!” with Macon-Bibb County’s experience with logos. By Chris Floore, LinkedIn | Twitter Oops…did I say one? I meant several. If you want your own logo, we’re going to make you work for it. It will be aligned with our county’s approved graphic identity and it will be … Continued
By Rebecca Woodbury and Andrew Hening, City of San Rafael In my last Morning Buzz, Judi Brown and I wrote about the beginnings of an innovation and engagement initiative called Together San Rafael. Today, my co-author is Treager List Top Influencer, Andrew Hening, San Rafael’s Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach. Andrew is shepherding our guiding principles process for this initiative. After … Continued
ELGL co-founder Kent Wyatt is bloggin’ about those things that make you Laugh, Cry, and Think. He is also dishing out the #BigLocalGovBaller designation. Here’s what you missed in July. Sunday, August 13 It’s #CityHallSelfie Day week! It’s #CityHallSelfie Day week! It’s #CityHallSelfie Day week! Hype for #CityHallSelfie Day has far surpassed last year. Local governments … Continued
Here are the best City Hall Selfie Day promos from 2017. If you haven’t already, we hope you’ll consider becoming an ELGL member. City of El Paso, Texas Scottsdale Police Department City of University Park, Texas City of Bryan, Texas City of Columbia, Missouri Tomorrow is City Hall Selfie Day! Take a selfie at any … Continued
In this series, guest columnists respond to one of three topics selected by ELGL co-founder Kent Wyatt. This week Derek Prall, Editor, American City and County, highlights three issues that deserve more attention. Three topics we’re not paying enough attention to in local government By Derek Prall Editor, American City & County Local government leaders … Continued
Inn at Northrup Station ELGL Group Rate Information Dates: Thursday, September 21st, 2017 – Sunday, September 24th, 2017 The Inn at Northrup Station is pleased to offer ELGL 15% off the best available rate at the time of booking. Rooms are available on a first come first-served basis. The earlier the reservation is placed, the … Continued
In this series, guest columnists respond to one of three topics selected by ELGL co-founder Kent Wyatt. This week David Clyne, City of Independence, OR City Manager, writes about managing difficult personnel matters. Question: What is the most complicated or unusual personnel matter that you have addressed in your career? Over a career spanning nearly … Continued
By Hannah Lebovits (ELGL Profile, LinkedIn and Twitter) With the fall semester coming up, I took some time to reflect on my grad school experience as an MPA graduate and current PhD student. I am definitely not a grad school pro but with two little kids, various community projects and a city council run, I’ve learned a thing … Continued
