Do Your Employees Fit Like a Glove or a Mitten?

Posted on December 18, 2024

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Jackie Wehmeyer, Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Parkland, Fla., and proud new member of ELGL’s Board of Directors. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: High on Arrival by Mackenzie Phillips What I’m working on: Our new City Commissioner orientation presentation What I’m anticipating:...

It’s Time Everyone Knew About Your All-America ‘Sustainable’ City

Posted on December 16, 2024

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Anthony Santiago, Principal for Outside N Strategies, and a proud National Civic League board member. Anthony currently lives in Central New Jersey, but his heart is always with Newark. Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper...

From Service Desk to Strategic Partner: The Power of Listening in Government

Posted on December 9, 2024

Today's Morning Buzz is brought to you by Jorge Valens, Innovation Manager for Miami-Dade County's Information Technology Department in Miami, Fla. Follow Jorge on LinkedIn, BlueSky, and Threads. What I'm watching: The Great British Baking Show on Netflix What I'm listening to: The Kids Bop version of Chappell Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe” that my daughter...

Making the Case: Why the Equity Conversation Should Continue

Posted on December 4, 2024

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Ariana Adame, Director of Capital Projects for the City of West Sacramento. Connect with Ariana on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday What I’m watching: A Man on the Inside on Netflix What I’m listening to: Pronoia by Carly Pearl Why Local Governments Should Apply...

Steal This Book: Unorthodox Lessons from Abbie Hoffman for Modern Local Government

Posted on November 27, 2024

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 at 80 Santa Fe in Downtown Overland Park, Kansas. Follow Sheila on LinkedIn, and on Instagram here, and here. What I’m watching: Celebrity Apprentice - Presidential Cabinet Remix  - Oh, I mean...

Unlocking the Joy in Public Service through Social Media Engagement

Posted on November 20, 2024

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Michael T. Paulhus, Town Manager for the Town of Plainville, Conn. Connect with Mike on LinkedIn.  What I'm watching: The Diplomat on Netflix What I’m reading: Day Trading Attention by Gary Vaynerchuk What I’m listening to: Classic Vinyl, Channel 26 on Sirius/XM To all the dedicated local...

Leaders Can’t Make Everyone Happy, but They Can…

Posted on November 15, 2024

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Hannah Brown, Traffic Operations Manager for the City of Huntsville, AL. Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn. What I’m watching: "Dancing with The Stars" What I’m reading: Recently returned from a trip to Scotland and can’t get enough Scottish history/historical fiction.  Who my pets are: Eliza (Siamese Cat), Bonnie...

The Power of Local Governments in Mobilizing Communities During Times of Crisis

Posted on November 13, 2024

Today's Morning Buzz is brought to you by Mary King, a writer with Envisio, a public sector-focused strategic planning and performance management software. Connect with Mary or Envisio on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "No Shortcuts" by Jane McAlevey What I’m watching: "The Sopranos" What I’m eating: This really yummy baked oatmeal breakfast with carrots and apples...

Clear Communication: Don’t Add Sawdust to the Recipe

Posted on November 11, 2024

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Greg LeBlanc, Assistant Town Manager, Town of Snowmass Village, CO. Connect with Greg on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "What if We Get it Right" A hobby I enjoy: Birding How many times has it snowed already? 8 In the world of communication, clarity is key. Much like...