Cohort applications are now open for programs that begin in January and February of 2021. You can learn more at elgl.org/cohorts and apply here! As part of our mission to help our members find joy in public service, ELGL offers high-quality, accessible, affordable learning opportunities in a variety of formats. Our diverse membership base, expert … Continued
This research paper was shared with ELGL by our friends at the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). A local government’s revenue system needs to treat people fairly to maintain the public’s trust. GFOA’s Code of Ethics requires that finance officers support equitable provision of services and call out unfair discrimination. But some local governments use and rely on … Continued
Do you work in your sustainability office? Are you a leader in waste or recycling? Are you a transportation planner focused on active forms of transportation? Are you working to make your community a more livable, walkable, and cleaner place for all people? Is your community centering environmental justice work? Or, do you just have … Continued
Here’s your chance to win an autographed copy of the book “Greedy Bastards” by Sheryl Sculley! Complete the form below to enter this giveaway and we’ll draw names and mail books in early December. We just ask that you affirm you’ll write a reflection on the book to share on ELGL.org, and will try your … Continued
This is the final part in a three-part series about designing successful local government internships. This series is authored by Pat Madej (LinkedIn | Twitter) and Molly Gaskin (Email | Twitter). We spoke briefly in our GovLove episode about Molly’s evaluation of our budget request forms which served as her flagship summer internship project. This post dives … Continued
This article was written by Maya Cough-Schulze, Triangle J Council of Governments, Water Resources Planner. Maya wrote this article as part of the Water Resources Cohort. Read all the articles from the cohort here. Connect with Maya on LinkedIn. The US Water Alliance defines “water equity” as the condition where all communities: Have access to safe, clean, … Continued
Hello ELGL! I am Sophie McGinley, an Assistant Planner on the Community Planning and Design Team for the City of Eugene. I’m in my second year with the City and have worked on the Urban Reserves Project and now the Middle Housing/House Bill 2001 project. When I’m not at work, I can often be found … Continued
Hey y’all. It has been a wild year, hasn’t it? You’ll have seen the Program Director position posted on ELGL and many of you have reached out to ask – yes, it’s true! I’ll be leaving ELGL at the end of this year. After a medical scare over the summer, I’ve decided it’s time to step … Continued
During the many years I spent in city government, there were hundreds of conversations that revolved around one central frustration: the lack of attendance at public engagement events and the lack of responsiveness from the community. Trust me, many of the staff doing the work of putting together plans and ordinances are not excited to … Continued
Hello ELGL! I’m Meredith Reynolds, Park Planning and Partnerships Manager for the City of Long Beach. I’ve very excited for my turn at #ELGLTakeoverTuesday because I get to show you why #ilovelongbeach. But first, a little Long Beach getting-to-know-you. Long Beach is the most southern City in Los Angeles County and encompasses 52 square miles. … Continued
