Category: Morning Buzz

Where Strategy Meets Fiscal Stewardship: Fort Lauderdale’s Purpose-Driven Budget

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Heaven Schott from Arlington, Va., Customer Success Manager at ClearPoint Strategy, a strategic planning and execution software for local governments. Connect with Heaven on LinkedIn.  What I’m watching: “Ghosts” on CBS — such a heartwarming show! A hobby I enjoy: Reading — working through an extensive summer … Continued

Why Your Organization Needs a North Star — And How to Find It

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Jorge Valens, Innovation Manager for Miami-Dade County’s Information Technology Department in Miami, Florida. Follow Jorge on LinkedIn, BlueSky, and Threads. What I’m watching: “Andor” on Disney+ over and over again.  What I’m listening to: “American Dream” by The Strike What I’m reading: “Abundance” by Ezra Klein and … Continued

Mental Health is a Retention Issue

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Angelica Wedell, Senior Manager of Engagement and Digital Marketing at ICMA and co-host of the “Voices in Local Government” podcast. She writes and speaks to local government leaders on topics including workplace culture, community engagement, professional development, and more. Connect with Angelica on LinkedIn.  What I’m reading … Continued

Who is ‘the Government’?

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Sheila Shockey, Founder, CEO, Futurist, Shock Talk Podcast Host at Shockey Consulting and artist/gallery owner 80 Santa Fe in Downtown Overland Park, Kan. Follow Sheila on LinkedIn and Instagram, and Shockey Consulting. What I’m watching for: The Five Economic Indicators of Coming Doom: 1. Inverted Yield Curve; 2. Rapid Decline in Consumer Confidence; 3. … Continued

One Jurisdiction or Many? Navigating Your Local Government Career Path

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Ariana Adame, Director of Capital Projects for the City of West Sacramento, Calif. Connect with Ariana on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Let Them” by Mel Robbins What I’m watching: “Your Friends and Neighbors” on Apple TV What I’m listening to: “Manana Sera Bonito” by Karol G A … Continued

Why Setting Expectations is the Ultimate Leadership Power Move

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Angela Wilson, Deputy Public Information Officer for the Communications & Engagement team at the Town of Frederick, CO. Connect with Big Ang on LinkedIn or Instagram. What I’m reading: “All the Colors of the Dark” by Chris Whitaker What I’m watching: My Betta, Gordan. What I’m listening … Continued

Economic Development 101: Proactive Business Attraction Strategies

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Alexander Fung, Economic Development Manager from the City of Eastvale, CA. Connect with Alexander on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “You’re in Charge — Now What?” by Thomas J. Neff and James M. Citrin What I’m watching: Season 2 of “Severance”   What I’m working on: Preparing Eastvale for the 2028 … Continued

Starting and Ending Local: What is Your Plan?

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Monica McAlister, Social Media Coordinator for Charter Township of Fenton, MI and the Executive Director for the Michigan Emergency Management Association (MEMA). Connect with Monica on LinkedIn.  What I’m reading: “The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes — and Why” by Amanda Ripley.  What I’m watching: Stanley … Continued

How Agentic AI Will Transform Local Government-Citizen Interactions

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Dr. Bill Brantley, President of Brantley Advanced Social Sciences Applications, a state and local government consultancy. Connect with Bill on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Abundance” by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson What I’m watching: “Ludwig” What I’m listening to: Pantsuit Politics podcast As technology advances, citizens’ expectations rise. Local governments must keep up in an … Continued

Close window